Graduate Diploma in Magnetic Resonance Technology

Why study the Graduate Diploma in Magnetic Resonance Technology

This program builds on the fundamental knowledge gained in the first four core courses of the Graduate Certificate in Magnetic Resonance Technology. Elective courses enable the student to study application of magnetic resonance fundamentals into the clinical environment as well as their development into advanced imaging techniques. This program also requires the completion of a minor research project on a topic selected by the student of relevance to Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI).

Access is to an MRI scanner is NOT required for this award.

Summary

Program code

5096
Faculty

Science
Duration

1 Year full-time
Commencing

Semester 1 (25 Feb, 2019)
Semester 2 (22 Jul, 2019)
Program level

Postgraduate Coursework
Units

16
Delivery location

St Lucia
AQF

Level 8
CRICOS code

034046E

Admissions criteria

Prerequisites

Bachelor degree in mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology, medical imaging, medical radiation, radiography, allied health, biomedical engineering, engineering, computer science or an approved discipline.

Applications on the basis of post-secondary study and two years work experience in a related field will be individually assessed.

English Proficiency

IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ, view the English proficiency policy.

Visa requirements

International students who are accepted into full-time study in the Graduate Diploma in Magnetic Resonance Technology are eligible to apply for an Australian student visa.

The Australian Government has simplified the visa application process. Now, all international students apply for the Student Visa (subclass 500).

There are a number of requirements you must satisfy before a visa is granted. Find out more about the visa application process.

Program structure

Courses

The courses offered in the Graduate Diploma in Magnetic Resonance Technology are set out in the course list. Each course is allocated a certain number of units (#).

Courses Program Rules

The Program Rules explain what is required to complete the Graduate Diploma in Magnetic Resonance Technology. These requirements include the total number of units you need to complete in order to graduate.

Program Rules

To have your degree conferred, you also need to comply with UQ’s policies and rules.

Early exit points

Depending on your choice of courses, it might be possible to withdraw from the Graduate Diploma in Magnetic Resonance Technology at an early exit point and graduate with one of the following awards:

Graduate Certificate in Magnetic Resonance Technology (#8)

Further study options

Graduates of the Graduate Diploma in Magnetic Resonance Technology have the opportunity to progress into the following programs:

Master of Magnetic Resonance Technology

Programs and Courses

If you're a current student who has already commenced study at UQ, refer to Programs and Courses in my.UQ for full information about your program structure, rules and requirements.

Financial aid

As an international student, you might be eligible for financial aid – either from your home country, or from the Australian Government.

Find out more about financial aid, including scholarships and financial aid programs.

Indicative annual fee

AUD $38,896

Indicative fee 2019

The "indicative annual fee" is the cost of enrolling in the Graduate Diploma in Magnetic Resonance Technology for the 2019 academic year. It is calculated based on a standard full-time study load.

A standard full-time study load is 16 units per academic year.

If you enrol in a larger or smaller study load, your fees will be calculated on a proportionate basis.

All fees are reviewed annually.

Visit Tuition fees for more information.

Additional costs

Students who undertake vacation work, fieldwork or work experience will be required to fund their own travel and living expenses.

Scholarships

International students are eligible to apply for a number of scholarships and prizes. These may be offered by the University, the Australian Government, foreign governments, or private organisations.

Many scholarships have specific eligibility criteria and are very competitive. More information, including information about how to apply, is available on the Scholarships website.

Applying online

Apply now

All international student applications for the Graduate Diploma in Magnetic Resonance Technology can be lodged directly to UQ using our online application form or through an approved UQ agent in your country.

The program code for the Graduate Diploma in Magnetic Resonance Technology is 5096. You'll need this when applying.

Find out more about applying for postgraduate coursework study.

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Additional application information

International students can study this program from overseas by flexible delivery mode via the internet. For more information, please visit Magnetic Resonance Technology Postgraduate Coursework and contact mrtadmin@cai.uq.edu.au.