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In response to COVID-19, the University of Sydney has reviewed the availability of courses to be delivered remotely for students commencing their studies in Semester 1, 2021.
Some units of study and/or placements relating to this course cannot be delivered remotely or online for students commencing their study in Semester 1, 2021. You will be required to attend in-person on campus from Semester 2, 2021.
Note: The University intends to offer as many units of study as possible in a remote as well as face-to-face learning method of delivery in Semester 1, 2021 and subject to ongoing border closures and public health orders impacting attendance on campus, in Semester 2, 2021. However, some units of study and courses require students to study in-person at the relevant University of Sydney campus/es and host locations for placements and will not be available remotely.
International students
For detailed information on remote study options for international students in 2021 please read the section below titled 'Options for international students commencing remotely in 2021.'
About this course
Work on the frontline of 21st century healthcare. You will learn how to work with a range of innovative imaging technologies including small mobile X-ray machines and larger units such as MRI and CT scanners, as well as sophisticated cardiac units to enable accurate patient diagnosis and treatment.
Learn from expert academics to work closely with radiologists and use a range of modalities to provide images and data for the diagnosis and treatment of injury or disease. You will develop the skills and knowledge to produce and analyse the images and data generated to determine whether diagnostically adequate and appropriate for radiological interpretation.
Why study this course?
How will you learn?
The information on this page applies to prospective students. Current students should refer to their faculty handbooks for course information.
Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) are available for this course for eligible domestic students. This means that your course fees are subsidised by the Australian Government and you pay a student contribution amount (SCA). CSP places are limited in number and are allocated based on academic merit.
There are no specialisations for this course.
For academic requirements check the ‘Admission requirements’ section on this page.
You can apply online via the application portal. When you are ready to apply, select the ‘Apply’ button on this course page. Visit the How to apply page for other important information.
Application dates
Applications open - 1 July of the preceding year
Applications close - 31 October of the preceding year
Early offers: A small number of rolling offers released to applicants with high academic merit
Offers released: December - January
We strongly encourage applicants to apply as early as possible, offers are made on a rolling basis and places are limited. Separate scholarship deadlines apply - check the scholarships website for details.
Semester 1 (March)
You can apply online via the application portal. When you are ready to apply, select the ‘Apply’ button on this course page. Visit the How to apply page for other important information.
Application dates
Applications open - 15 March of the preceding year
Applications close - 31 October of the preceding year
Offers released: Offers are made throughout the year based on academic merit and subject to availability in the program
We strongly encourage international applicants to apply as early as possible to allow time for visa and travel arrangements. Separate scholarship deadlines may apply - check the scholarships website for details.
Semester 1 (March)
During this two-year degree, you will complete a number of clinical research and professional placement opportunities, allowing you to combine your theoretical study with the practical capabilities required of the diagnostic radiography profession. Clinical placements are undertaken across both the public and private sectors, providing the opportunity to practically apply your knowledge and develop invaluable industry experience.
Explore the Medicine and Health Postgraduate Handbook to learn more about what you will study as part of this degree:
Mandatory work component = 770 hours.
This translates to 35 hours per week.
This mandatory work component must be completed as part of the award requirements for the course.
Key course details for 2021
In the first year of your candidature, the units of study BIOS5092, MRSC5045 and MRSC5003 can be completed remotely in Semester 1, 2021.
All other units of study in the first year of your candidature include practical components that require you to undertake face to face learning either on campus in Sydney or at placement locations in Australia. Under the course rules, you must complete these units before you can start your second year of candidature.
Detailed information about your options for studying in 2021
If you wish to commence your course remotely, you can enrol and commence the above units of study in Semester 1, 2021 and complete them remotely.
If you commence remotely in Semester 1, 2021 but are unable to travel to Sydney for Semester 2, 2021, you will need to suspend your studies during Semester 2, 2021 and complete the remaining first year units of study in 2022 before you are able to progress to your second year of candidature in 2023. This means that your total course duration will be extended from two years to three years.
As noted above, if you decide to commence your studies remotely on a part-time basis in Semester 1, 2021, and you are unable to enter Australia for Semester 2, 2021, you will need to suspend your studies during Semester 2, 2021 and return to complete your remaining first year units in 2022.
The Master of Diagnostic Radiography requires the completion of 96 credit points (cp) of core of units of study. Please refer to the faculty handbook for further information.
The capstone experience provides an opportunity to critically explore specific advanced medical imaging practices including diagnostic ultrasound and radiographic image interpretation.
It builds upon previous units of study to consolidate professional competencies, learning abilities and the generic attributes of graduates of the university, to culminate in evidence of research-led professional practice through a personalised portfolio of achievement.
To be eligible to apply you will need to fulfill the following criteria:
The academic criteria that are displayed are applicable to currently available courses only, and are updated annually in October and may be changed without notice. The Handbooks Online and the University of Sydney Calendar are the official legal source of information relating to study at the University of Sydney, and you are referred to those documents.
Prospective students must ensure that they understand the MRPBA’s registration requirements for graduates of this program prior to enrolment. The relevant information is provided below in the Professional registration section.
Download the graduate entry masters admissions guide (pdf, 180KB) for more information on the admissions process for domestic and international applicants.
Inherent requirements are the essential tasks and activities necessary to be able to achieve the core learning outcomes of a course. They are specific to a particular course or discipline. To assist students to make informed choices about their study, we have identified and set out the Inherent Requirements for this course.
The University of Sydney welcomes and encourages applications from students with disabilities, and from diverse social and cultural backgrounds. Where there are physical, intellectual, cultural, religious or other factors that impact on a student's ability to meet the Inherent Requirements, the University will make reasonable adjustments to assist the student to meet the requirements. Please read the Inherent Requirements carefully as you consider your course choices.
For more information about the University’s credit policy, please see the Credit for Previous Studies page.
The Master of Diagnostic Radiography is accredited by the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia and is an approved program of study, with conditions, for general registration.
"Diagnostic Radiographer" is a protected title in Australia. Graduates of diagnostic radiography programs are required to register with the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia.
Members of the public may make a notification to the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) about the conduct, health or performance of a practitioner or the health of a student enrolled in this degree program.
Practitioners, employers and education providers are all mandated by law to report notifiable conduct relating to a registered practitioner or student.
More information can be obtained from the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia.
Diagnostic radiographers are at the cutting-edge of medicine, working with innovative imaging technologies to provide accurate diagnosis and treatment options for patients.
As an accredited diagnostic radiographer, you will have the opportunity to work in a range of settings, such as small regional clinics, large metro imaging departments, and emergency wards. The diagnostic radiographer is an integral part of the clinical team, and can work in a wide range of areas, including with:
They can also work in a wide range of research areas from forensics to innovative technology development.
Eligible graduates may consider an additional three years of study with us as a research candidate in the Master of Applied Science - Research or the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).
Higher degree research provides you with the opportunity to do in-depth study in a specialised area, under the supervision of academic experts in your chosen field of research.
A research degree in health sciences will enhance your profile as a genuine researcher and expert in your field, as may afford opportunities including:
