310692 v.2 Master of Medical Sonography

Introduction

The modality of medical ultrasound within the field of medical imaging has seen rapid development over the past decade. Applications of ultrasound include obstetrics, musculoskeletal, vascular, abdominal and small part imaging. Medical ultrasound examinations are becoming a more requested medical test and sonographers, who perform these examinations, are in high demand. Sonographers produce ultrasound images and provide an informed opinion on each examination.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

Entry to the Master program requires a recognised bachelor degree in medical imaging science or a related area. Those applicants without a medical imaging science background will need to demonstrate evidence of tertiary level human biology and psychology as well as provide referees for patient based clinical experience. A supplementary application form is also required.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis. Specific RPL information Student has completed: Diploma of medical ultrasonography Part 1 from the Australian Society for Ultrasound in Medicine - RPL granted 310700 Ultrasound Physics and Instrumentation 511 (25 credits) and 310701 Sectional Anatomy, Embryology and Pathophysiology 511 (25 credits). Student has completed: Diploma of Medical Ultrasonography Part 2 from the Australian Society for Ultrasound in Medicine and are registered as an Accredited Medical Sonographer through the Australian Sonographer Accreditation Registry. - RPL granted 310700 Ultrasound Physics and Instrumentation 511 (25 credits) and 310701 Sectional Anatomy, Embryology and Pathophysiology 511 (25 credits) and up to an additional three units at departments discretion (75 credits). Student has completed Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Sonography (ASAR Accredited) - RPL granted 200 credits.

Duration and Availability

This fee paying course is only offered on a part-time external study basis only.

Intermediate Awards 1

A student who has successfully completed the requirements of an approved intermediate award may apply for graduation in that award subject to approval of Head of School/Department. Fees apply. Intermediate award(s) approved for this course are:

Intermediate Awards II

Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Sonography. Graduate Certificate in Ultrasound.

Course Organisation

The course will be offered on an external basis with entry into the course in either semester one or semester two. A limited selection of units will be offered if students commence in semester two. A requirement of five of the units is that the student be employed and participating in clinical ultrasound examinations at least three days per week.

Professsional Recognition

The Master of Medical Sonography course is fully accredited by the Australasian Sonographer Accreditation Registry (ASAR)

Career Opportunities

A sonographer conducts dynamic diagnostic examinations with the use of high definition ultrasound imaging equipment covering a wide range of clinical areas. These include obstetrics and gynaecology, abdominal, vascular, musculo-skeletal, paediatrics, breast, and the superficial glands.

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other essential study materials.

Course Structure Disclaimer

Curtin University reserves the right to alter the internal composition of any course to ensure learning outcomes retain maximum relevance. Any changes to the internal composition of a course will protect the right of students to complete the course within the normal timeframe and will not result in additional cost to students through a requirement to undertake additional units.

The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.

* The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.

^ Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.

# Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.