Bachelor of Medical Imaging - CG92

CQUniversity's Bachelor of Medical Imaging is designed to prepare you to work as a Radiographer and enables you to provide safe and accurate imaging examinations in a wide range of clinical environments.

You will be trained in a new state-of-the-art, purpose-built environment based at CQUniversity Mackay and use the latest technology to ensure you graduate work-ready.

Your education and training will focus on developing key competencies so you become confident in digital technology, community engagement and remote and rural innovation.

By completing extensive work placements, you will gain practical experience and be able to apply your skills and knowledge in a real-world setting. This is the only medical imaging course in Australia that offers you the option of studying the first year of the course by online study, providing you with the flexibility to balance your study, work and life commitments.

Core Units	24	Major Units	None
Electives	None	Minor Units	None

Course structure

You are required to complete 24 core units. The units within this course are scheduled over Term 1, 2 and 3 so you will be required to study in all three terms. 

Unit information

For information on the units, you could study as part of this course, visit the Handbook and select the "Course Structure" tab.

Credit transfer information

If you have already completed study relevant to the course you have enrolled in, you may be eligible for credit transfer.

Your course

The Bachelor of Medical Imaging equips you with the skills, knowledge and experience to perform radiographic and computed tomography imaging procedures and tailor the procedure to the individual patient in a safe, caring and effective manner.

Through this course, you will develop high-level communication skills so that you can interact positively with patients and other health professionals in the clinical work environment. You will be exposed to simulation-based learning and real clients in authentic scenarios during clinical placements to enhance your work readiness and career outcomes.

Real-world opportunities

Throughout your studies, you will have opportunities to learn in a safe and simulated environment in purpose-built labs using the latest imaging equipment.

You will complete four block clinical placements throughout your course, where you will have the opportunity to train with real patients in authentic scenarios. This exposure to real clients and scenarios allows you to apply your discipline knowledge and graduate work-ready with valuable industry connections and networks.

Your placements commence in your second year, where you will complete an eight-week placement that commences two weeks prior to the start of Term 3. In your third year, you will complete two 12-week placements; one will take place over Terms 2 and 3, and another will start partway through Term 3 and end during Term 1 of your fourth year. Your final placement is a 16-week placement held in Terms 1 and 2 of your final year. Some block placements may start and/or end outside CQU’s standard term dates.  

You will be required to attend placements at a range of locations and facility types, allowing you to gain experience in a variety of settings. Placements are located throughout Queensland, and while we aim to keep you close to home, your placements may require you to travel, and any travel required is at your own cost. Your placements will be organised for you by CQUniversity and are generally unpaid.

Your career

The Bachelor of Medical Imaging is accredited by the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia, allowing you to apply for registration as a health practitioner with AHPRA and then practise as a qualified diagnostic radiographer.

As a radiographer, you will find many employment opportunities in public and private hospitals, clinics and community healthcare services.

What does a diagnostic radiographer do?

As a diagnostic radiographer, you will be responsible for providing safe and accurate imaging examinations in a wide range of clinical environments using a variety of imaging modalities and techniques so that appropriate management and treatment of patients and clients can proceed.

Radiographers require professional judgement to determine how to achieve the best diagnostic outcome while providing optimal patient care. You will be involved with non-invasive and interventional procedures, health surveillance screening and research.

As this is a rapidly changing technological field, radiographers need to be adaptable and committed to life-long learning.

On-Campus Availability

Term 1 - 2024

Mackay

Application Closing Dates for Term 1, 2024

If you are applying for Term 1, 2024, this course has early closing dates as follows:

• Direct applications (STEPS) close on Friday, 8 December 2023.
• QTAC applications close on Friday, 8 December 2023.

Majors and minors are not applicable to this course.

Unit Name	Code	Description
Medical Imaging Clinical Experience 1	MEDI12011	Students complete eight weeks of clinical experience as block placement in one or more diagnostic imaging facilities. Students perform general radiography under the direct supervision of a qualified radiographer. Students are supported on-site by a clinical supervisor and by the academic unit coordinator at CQUniversity.
Medical Imaging Clinical Placement 3	MEDI13005	Students complete eleven weeks of clinical experience as block placement in one or more diagnostic imaging facilities. Students perform general radiography, mobile and adaptation imaging and computed tomography (CT) under the direct supervision of a qualified radiographer. Students are supported on-site by a clinical supervisor and by the academic unit coordinator at CQUniversity.
Medical Imaging Clinical Practicum	MEDI14005	Students complete sixteen weeks of clinical experience as a block placement in one or more diagnostic imaging facilities. Students perform a wide range of radiographic procedures, progressing to independent practice in preparation for entry to professional practice. Students also consolidate their skills in two other areas of radiographic practice. Students are supported on-site by a clinical supervisor and by the academic unit coordinator at CQUniversity.
Medical Imaging Clinical Placement 4	MEDI14006	Students complete eleven weeks of clinical experience as block placement in one or two diagnostic imaging facilities. Students perform general radiography, mobile and adaptation imaging and computed tomography (CT) under the direct supervision of a qualified radiographer. Students are supported on-site by a clinical supervisor and by the academic unit coordinator at CQUniversity.

Students who select to study some units via distance education may be required to attend compulsory residential schools.

Rank Threshold	The rank threshold is the minimum, competitive rank required for your application to be considered for entry to this course. SR 75 | ATAR 75.0
Lowest Ranks	The lowest selection rank refers to the lowest rank to which an offer was made for an intake or term and includes adjustment factors applied to an applicant's ATAR, such as the Regional Adjustment Scheme and Educational Access Scheme. An ATAR with adjustment factors applied is referred to as a selection rank. The lowest selection rank (including adjustment factors) for Term 1, 2022 was: SR 76.2

Student Profile

If you would like to know more about entry scores for applicants with recent secondary education and the student profile for this course, view our Course and Entry Score Profile for Term 1, 2022.

Institute Profile

View our Institute Profile to learn about CQUniversity's Undergraduate Profile for Term 1, 2022.

When applying, you must demonstrate that you have met the listed Entry Requirements and English Language Proficiency requirements.

After you have applied and enrolled in this course, you will need to be able to meet the Security and Health Requirements as these generally relate to work-integrated learning activities that form part of your course. You will be provided with more information about security and health requirements after enrolling in the relevant units that these relate to. 

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement

The COVID-19 vaccination is mandatory to be eligible to attend a WIL placement for this course. Students will be required to provide evidence of having completed a COVID-19 vaccination schedule by the closing date prior to a WIL placement. The vaccine received must be a vaccine approved by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) of Australia.

Entry Requirements

English Language Profiency Requirements:

If you were not born in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Ireland, South Africa or United States of America, you are required to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements set by the University. Applicants are required to provide evidence of completion within the last 5 years of:

• a secondary qualification (Year 11 and 12, or equivalent), or
• Bachelor level qualification study for a period of at least 2 years fulltime with a minimum overall GPA of 4.0

Completed within Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, South Africa, Ireland, or United states of America, which will meet the English proficiency.

If you do not satisfy any of the above you will need to undertake an English language proficiency test and achieve the following scores as below:

• an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic) overall band score of at least 7.0 overall with a minimum 7.0 in each subset; or
• an Occupational English Test with Grades A or B only in each of the four components; or
• a Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE - Academic) - Requires an overall score of 65 with no sub-score less than 65; or
• a Test of English as a Foreign Language internet-based test (TOEFL) iBT - 94 or better overall and no score less than 24 for listening and reading, 27 for writing and 23 for speaking.

English test results remain valid for no more than two years between final examination date and the date of commencement of study, and must appear on a single result certificate.

Each student will be assessed individually.

Medical Imaging students’ English language skills are directly aligned with the requirements of the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

Security Requirements

Students attending clinical placements in Queensland must obtain a Blue Card (Working with Children Check).

Health Requirements

Students must provide evidence of completion of vaccinations as stipulated prior to placement attendance, in accordance with the state Department of Health requirements for clinical students. Students must also maintain a current CPR certificate and complete an annual occupational health and safety induction. Students must also complete a fitness to practice declaration prior to each clinical placement.

Assumed Knowledge

English, Physics, Maths

The Bachelor of Medical Imaging prepares you to pursue a career as a Diagnostic Radiographer. Employment opportunities may exist in areas such as:

• public and private hospitals
• clinics
• community health care services.

Professional Practice: Core Medical Radiation Practice Accreditation Committee
This course is approved and accredited by the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia.

2023 Indicative Fees
Fee Type	Fees
Commonwealth Supported Place – Indicative First Year Fee	$9,172.00

Indicative first-year fee

The fees listed are indicative only and based on enrolling in a full-time study load for one academic year (generally, this is eight units over two terms). Your fees may vary depending on the units you select and the number you study per term. Fees are reviewed annually and are subject to change. Understanding your fees.

Commonwealth support and government assistance loans

Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) are subsidised by the Australian Government, meaning you are only required to pay the student contribution rather than full tuition fees if you meet eligibility requirements. If offered a CSP, you may be eligible for a HECS-HELP government loan. HECS-HELP is an Australian Government loan scheme that assists you in paying your student contributions. Provided you meet the HECS-HELP eligibility criteria, you may use HECS-HELP to defer part or all of your student contribution fees. Learn more about paying for university.

Other study costs

Part of your course costs includes Student Services and Amenities Fees (SSAF). There may also be additional costs as part of your studies, such as textbooks, technology expenses, travel expenses, professional certifications, uniforms, or vaccinations. Explore other study costs.

At CQUniversity, we believe higher education should be for everyone. No matter your situation, we know that everyone needs a helping hand from time to time, and we are proud to offer a wide range of scholarships, bursaries and stipends.
Our scholarships could help you pay for things like relocation, living on campus, laptops and technology, childcare, study and living expenses, travel and more. 

Queensland

MKY: 841681

If you apply via a Tertiary Admissions Centre (TAC) listed under 'How to Apply', please use the relevant TAC code listed above to complete your application.

If you have decided what you would like to study and are ready to apply, we’re here to help you along the way. Before you apply, you will need to have a Unique Student Identifier (USI). If you do not have a USI, creating one is quick and easy. Simply visit usi.gov.au to create one.

Want to know more about application dates and other admission information?View our important dates information and read about other admission considerations such as information for domestic students with overseas qualifications, indigenous support, and elite athlete, coach and performer support.

What’s the best way to apply?

• Option 1: Ideal for most situations, whether you have completed high school recently or some time ago.
• Option 2: Ideal if you have studied our Skills for Tertiary Entrance Preparatory Studies (STEPS) program or Tertiary Entrance Program (TEP).

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OPTION 1: IN MOST SITUATIONS, YOU WILL NEED TO APPLY VIA THE QUEENSLAND TERTIARY ADMISSION CENTRE
To apply for this course you will need to submit your application for this course via the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC).

Apply via QTAC

Please note that you may be required to pay a fee when applying via QTAC.

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OPTION 2: ARE YOU A CQUNI STEPS OR TEP GRADUATE? APPLY DIRECTLY TO CQUNIVERSITY
You may be eligible to apply directly to CQUniversity provided you meet one of the following criteria:

• You have successfully completed or are completing CQUniversity's Skills for Tertiary Entrance Preparatory Studies (STEPS) program.
• You have successfully completed CQUniversity's Tertiary Entrance Program (TEP).

Apply direct