Duration

1 Year full-time (or part-time equivalent)

Commencing 2013

Semester 1
Semester 2

Program level

Postgraduate Coursework

Units

16

Faculty

Science

Location

St Lucia

Delivery mode

External, Internal

View the course list View the Course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Diploma in Magnetic Resonance Technology.

Entry requirements

Prerequisites

The equivalent of an Australian undergraduate degree in a scientific field OR GCMagResonTech. Applications on the basis of post-secondary study and work experience in a related field will be individually assessed. For more information, please visit Magnetic Resonance Technology Postgraduate Coursework and contact mrtadmin@cai.uq.edu.au.

Fees for Australian students

Domestic full-fee place 2013:

Indicative annual fee 2013: AUD$ 18000

Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students' actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.

Apply online

Closing Date

To commence study in semester 1 - February 28 of the year of commencement.

To commence study in semester 2 - July 20 of the year of commencement.

Apply Online

Enquiries for Australian students

Sandrine Kingston-Ducrot, Centre for Advanced Imaging

Email: mrtadmin@cai.uq.edu.au

Phone: 07 3365 8263

Duration

1 Year full-time

Commencing 2013

Semester 1
Semester 2

Program level

Postgraduate Coursework

Units

16

Faculty

Science

Location

St Lucia

Delivery mode

External, Internal

View the course list View the Course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Diploma in Magnetic Resonance Technology.

Entry requirements

Prerequisites

The equivalent of an Australian undergraduate degree in a scientific field OR GCMagResonTech. Applications on the basis of post-secondary study and work experience in a related field will be individually assessed. For more information, please visit Magnetic Resonance Technology Postgraduate Coursework and contact mrtadmin@cai.uq.edu.au.

CRICOS Code: 034046E

English Proficiency

IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6, reading 6, speaking 6, and listening 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy) View the English proficiency policy.

Fees for International students

Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 30800

Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Actual annual fees may vary in accordance with your choices of majors and electives and whether you study in Summer Semester. Tuition fees are indexed each year. The indexation rate is fixed 18 months in advance of a particular academic year thereby allowing you to plan your finances ahead of time. The University's intent is that fee rate increases will be kept to a minimum and that indexation rates will remain stable wherever possible. Since 2007 the indexation rate has remained at or less than 4%.

How to apply

Applications must be lodged through UQ International.

Closing Date

To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.

To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.

This program is not eligible for Streamlined Visa Processing. View program eligibility.

How to apply

Enquiries for International students

Sandrine Kingston-Ducrot, Centre for Advanced Imaging

Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 3365 8263
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980

Online Enquiries (fast response): www.uq.edu.au/international/enquiry

Email: mrtadmin@cai.uq.edu.au

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

What you can study

Courses

See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Diploma in Magnetic Resonance Technology.

Study options

Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:

How to apply

Entry requirements for Australian students

Prerequisites

The equivalent of an Australian undergraduate degree in a scientific field OR GCMagResonTech. Applications on the basis of post-secondary study and work experience in a related field will be individually assessed. For more information, please visit Magnetic Resonance Technology Postgraduate Coursework and contact mrtadmin@cai.uq.edu.au.

Additional application information

  • Courses are offered internally (on campus at St Lucia) or in flexible delivery mode via the internet.

Apply online

Apply online to the Graduate Diploma in Magnetic Resonance Technology.

Closing date

To commence study in semester 1 - February 28 of the year of commencement.

To commence study in semester 2 - July 20 of the year of commencement.

Entry requirements for International students

Prerequisites

The equivalent of an Australian undergraduate degree in a scientific field OR GCMagResonTech. Applications on the basis of post-secondary study and work experience in a related field will be individually assessed. For more information, please visit Magnetic Resonance Technology Postgraduate Coursework and contact mrtadmin@cai.uq.edu.au.

Additional application requirements

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.

Visa requirements

CRICOS Code: 034046E

International students must undertake this program on campus at UQ on a full time basis to be eligible to apply for an Australian student visa. Please contact UQ International.

Click here for more information on applying for a visa.

English proficiency

IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6, reading 6, speaking 6, and listening 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy) View the English proficiency policy.

How to apply

Applications must be lodged through UQ International.

Click here for application procedures for International students.

Closing date

To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.

To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.

This program is not eligible for Streamlined Visa Processing. View program eligibility.

Please check your country's category with the Department of Immigration and Citizenship.

What it costs

Fees for Australian students

Domestic full-fee place 2013:

Indicative annual fee 2013: AUD$ 18000

Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students' actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.

Fees for International students

Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 30800

Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Actual annual fees may vary in accordance with your choices of majors and electives and whether you study in Summer Semester. Tuition fees are indexed each year. The indexation rate is fixed 18 months in advance of a particular academic year thereby allowing you to plan your finances ahead of time. The University's intent is that fee rate increases will be kept to a minimum and that indexation rates will remain stable wherever possible. Since 2007 the indexation rate has remained at or less than 4%.

To calculate the fees for any program, you will first need to choose the courses you wish to complete. To see all courses available please refer to the course list.

Fees calculator

Select the Fees Calculator to guide you through a series of options allowing you to select details of courses you are interested in studying to estimate your fees for a semester.

Additional costs

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

Fee rules

View the 2013 Fee Rules.

What you can do with a Graduate Diploma in Magnetic Resonance Technology

Careers

There is currently a demand for MRI physicists, MR Technologists, image processors, engineers, and biomedical engineers within Australia and internationally. Graduates have found employment in leadership positions in hospitals, private practice and research facilities.

  • For a sample of the job opportunities in magnetic resonance, visit the International Society for Magnetic Resonance in Medicine (ISMRM), Australian Institute of Radiography (AIR), or visit an Allied Health locum agency website.

  • While this degree may be accredited by an official industry accreditation body in Australia, completion of the degree may not result in graduates receiving automatic accreditation. Please contact the relevant registration body for details of any conditions for accreditation.

    Program Rules and Requirements

    To complete the Graduate Diploma in Magnetic Resonance Technology

    To complete the Graduate Diploma in Magnetic Resonance Technology, a student must complete a requisite number of courses chosen from the course list and according to the Rules for the program.

    Students should be aware of the University of Queensland rules, particularly the General Award Rules, which govern the conduct of UQ programs. Students will find a link to the General Award Rules, and other University rules, on the University Rules page.

    A student is required to obtain #16 from the MMagResonTech List including

    • #8 from Part A and
    • #8 from Part B including MRES7010 and at least #4 from other courses coded MRES.
    Refer to GDipMagResonTech rules for further information.

    See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Diploma in Magnetic Resonance Technology.

    Program Rules for the Graduate Diploma in Magnetic Resonance Technology

    Early exit points

    Based upon course selection, students may be able to exit this award with the: