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City, University of London: Medical Ultrasound
| Institution | City, University of London View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Department of Midwifery and Radiography View department profile |
| Web | https://www.city.ac.uk/ |
| health@city.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 020 7040 5000 |
| Study type | Taught |
MSc
Summary
If you are a healthcare professional with a qualification in radiography, nursing, midwifery or other related disciplines, this programme will provide the academic qualifications and clinical skills you need to specialise in medical ultrasound.
You will combine detailed theoretical study with practical clinical experience and work-based learning to gain a qualification that is highly regarded both professionally and academically. You will learn with expert clinicians and researchers, developing your understanding of clinical ultrasound practice within the wider professional, social, legal and political contexts.
- A combination of core and elective modules will allow you to build your professional knowledge while also pursuing your own areas of interest.
- Our innovative mix of blended learning activities is designed to enable you to drive your own study and develop as an independent learner.
- The flexible modular structure allows you to work to postgraduate certificate, postgraduate diploma or full master’s level.
If you continue to MSc, a core module in Research Methods and Applied Data Analysis will equip you with essential critical, research and analytical skills to plan and complete your dissertation and develop essential skills for life-long independent learning and career development.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Applicants should hold a minimum of a lower second class honours degree, or the equivalent from an international institution, in radiography, nursing, midwifery, or another relevant subject. An appropriate professional qualification, such as a Diploma from the College of Radiographers, a Diploma in Nursing, or a Diploma in Midwifery may be accepted, subject to successfully demonstrating the required academic level by completing a pre-course assignment (early application is recommended). Applicants should also have a clinical placement in a recognised ultrasound department for an average of three days per week. This placement must be arranged prior to applying for the course, as the institution is unable to assist with arranging placements. In addition to the listed entry requirements, if your first language is not English you will also need IELTS: 7.0 with at least 6:5 in all components. |
| Location | Northampton Square Finsbury Islington EC1V 0HB |
Fees
| England | 5900 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Scotland | 5900 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 5900 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 5900 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 7375 GBP for Whole course |
| International | 7375 GBP for Whole course |
Summary
This course is suitable for a range of health care professionals who have experience in radiography, nursing, midwifery or other related professions.
The course enables students to achieve the academic qualifications and clinical skills needed to pursue a career in ultrasound or to develop current skills further.
Students need a clinical placement in a recognised department, to engage in a wide range of ultrasound examinations for the duration of the course.
City’s Medical Ultrasound course offers flexible study options for healthcare professionals undertaking obstetrics, gynaecology and / or abdominal ultrasound training and for those wishing to develop their skills further using work based learning options.
Our expert staff provide a supportive environment, encouraging students to develop their academic abilities and clinical skills in preparation for working as a sonographer. Students learn a range of subjects to enable them to explore the underpinning knowledge of safe, effective and evidence-based ultrasound practice, with which to help them develop clinical skills in their own department. Teaching is also supported by specialist guest speakers who provide current, relevant course material.
Students can achieve competency to practice if they successfully complete both academic and clinical components of the programme to PgC level or above.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Applicants will normally hold a BSc (hons) degree (2:1 or above) from a recognised higher education institution e.g. Radiography, Nursing, Midwifery. Non-standard entrants will be considered on a case by case basis, subject to availability of places on the programme (early application is recommended). A clinical placement for an average of 3 days per week in a clinical department is required. The department will need to provide a range of clinical examinations, appropriate clinical support and a named mentor who can attend mentor and assessor training at the university. A clinical experience (CE1) form will need to be signed by the ultrasound department manager, before your application can be considered. English Requirements: A first degree from a UK university |
| Location | Northampton Square Finsbury Islington EC1V 0HB |
Fees
| England | 5620 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Scotland | 5620 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 5620 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 5620 GBP for Year 1 |
Postgraduate Certificate - PgCert
Summary
If you are a healthcare professional with a qualification in radiography, nursing, midwifery or other related disciplines, this programme will provide the academic qualifications and clinical skills you need to specialise in medical ultrasound.
You will combine detailed theoretical study with practical clinical experience and work-based learning to gain a qualification that is highly regarded both professionally and academically. You will learn with expert clinicians and researchers, developing your understanding of clinical ultrasound practice within the wider professional, social, legal and political contexts.
- A combination of core and elective modules will allow you to build your professional knowledge while also pursuing your own areas of interest.
- Our innovative mix of blended learning activities is designed to enable you to drive your own study and develop as an independent learner.
- The flexible modular structure allows you to work to postgraduate certificate, postgraduate diploma or full master’s level.
If you continue to MSc, a core module in Research Methods and Applied Data Analysis will equip you with essential critical, research and analytical skills to plan and complete your dissertation and develop essential skills for life-long independent learning and career development.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Applicants should hold a minimum of a lower second class honours degree, or the equivalent from an international institution, in radiography, nursing, midwifery, or another relevant subject. An appropriate professional qualification, such as a Diploma from the College of Radiographers, a Diploma in Nursing, or a Diploma in Midwifery may be accepted, subject to successfully demonstrating the required academic level by completing a pre-course assignment (early application is recommended). Applicants should also have a clinical placement in a recognised ultrasound department for an average of three days per week. This placement must be arranged prior to applying for the course, as the institution is unable to assist with arranging placements. In addition to the listed entry requirements, if your first language is not English you will also need IELTS: 7.0 with at least 6:5 in all components. |
| Location | Northampton Square Finsbury Islington EC1V 0HB |
Fees
| England | 4500 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Scotland | 4500 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 4500 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 4500 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 5400 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 5400 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
This course is suitable for a range of health care professionals who have experience in radiography, nursing, midwifery or other related professions.
The course enables students to achieve the academic qualifications and clinical skills needed to pursue a career in ultrasound or to develop current skills further.
Students need a clinical placement in a recognised department, to engage in a wide range of ultrasound examinations for the duration of the course.
City’s Medical Ultrasound course offers flexible study options for healthcare professionals undertaking obstetrics, gynaecology and / or abdominal ultrasound training and for those wishing to develop their skills further using work based learning options.
Our expert staff provide a supportive environment, encouraging students to develop their academic abilities and clinical skills in preparation for working as a sonographer. Students learn a range of subjects to enable them to explore the underpinning knowledge of safe, effective and evidence-based ultrasound practice, with which to help them develop clinical skills in their own department. Teaching is also supported by specialist guest speakers who provide current, relevant course material.
Students can achieve competency to practice if they successfully complete both academic and clinical components of the programme to PgC level or above.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Applicants will normally hold a BSc (hons) degree (2:1 or above) from a recognised higher education institution e.g. Radiography, Nursing, Midwifery. Non-standard entrants will be considered on a case by case basis, subject to availability of places on the programme (early application is recommended). A clinical placement for an average of 3 days per week in a clinical department is required. The department will need to provide a range of clinical examinations, appropriate clinical support and a named mentor who can attend mentor and assessor training at the university. A clinical experience (CE1) form will need to be signed by the ultrasound department manager, before your application can be considered. English Requirements: A first degree from a UK university |
| Location | Northampton Square Finsbury Islington EC1V 0HB |
Fees
| England | 2120 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Scotland | 2120 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 2120 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 2120 GBP for Year 1 |
Postgraduate Diploma - PgDip
Summary
If you are a healthcare professional with a qualification in radiography, nursing, midwifery or other related disciplines, this programme will provide the academic qualifications and clinical skills you need to specialise in medical ultrasound.
You will combine detailed theoretical study with practical clinical experience and work-based learning to gain a qualification that is highly regarded both professionally and academically. You will learn with expert clinicians and researchers, developing your understanding of clinical ultrasound practice within the wider professional, social, legal and political contexts.
- A combination of core and elective modules will allow you to build your professional knowledge while also pursuing your own areas of interest.
- Our innovative mix of blended learning activities is designed to enable you to drive your own study and develop as an independent learner.
- The flexible modular structure allows you to work to postgraduate certificate, postgraduate diploma or full master’s level.
If you continue to MSc, a core module in Research Methods and Applied Data Analysis will equip you with essential critical, research and analytical skills to plan and complete your dissertation and develop essential skills for life-long independent learning and career development.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Applicants should hold a minimum of a lower second class honours degree, or the equivalent from an international institution, in radiography, nursing, midwifery, or another relevant subject. An appropriate professional qualification, such as a Diploma from the College of Radiographers, a Diploma in Nursing, or a Diploma in Midwifery may be accepted, subject to successfully demonstrating the required academic level by completing a pre-course assignment (early application is recommended). Applicants should also have a clinical placement in a recognised ultrasound department for an average of three days per week. This placement must be arranged prior to applying for the course, as the institution is unable to assist with arranging placements. In addition to the listed entry requirements, if your first language is not English you will also need IELTS: 7.0 with at least 6:5 in all components. |
| Location | Northampton Square Finsbury Islington EC1V 0HB |
Fees
| England | 4500 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Scotland | 4500 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 4500 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 4500 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 5350 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 5350 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
This course is suitable for a range of health care professionals who have experience in radiography, nursing, midwifery or other related professions.
The course enables students to achieve the academic qualifications and clinical skills needed to pursue a career in ultrasound or to develop current skills further.
Students need a clinical placement in a recognised department, to engage in a wide range of ultrasound examinations for the duration of the course.
City’s Medical Ultrasound course offers flexible study options for healthcare professionals undertaking obstetrics, gynaecology and / or abdominal ultrasound training and for those wishing to develop their skills further using work based learning options.
Our expert staff provide a supportive environment, encouraging students to develop their academic abilities and clinical skills in preparation for working as a sonographer. Students learn a range of subjects to enable them to explore the underpinning knowledge of safe, effective and evidence-based ultrasound practice, with which to help them develop clinical skills in their own department. Teaching is also supported by specialist guest speakers who provide current, relevant course material.
Students can achieve competency to practice if they successfully complete both academic and clinical components of the programme to PgC level or above.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Applicants will normally hold a BSc (hons) degree (2:1 or above) from a recognised higher education institution e.g. Radiography, Nursing, Midwifery. Non-standard entrants will be considered on a case by case basis, subject to availability of places on the programme (early application is recommended). A clinical placement for an average of 3 days per week in a clinical department is required. The department will need to provide a range of clinical examinations, appropriate clinical support and a named mentor who can attend mentor and assessor training at the university. A clinical experience (CE1) form will need to be signed by the ultrasound department manager, before your application can be considered. English Requirements: A first degree from a UK university |
| Location | Northampton Square Finsbury Islington EC1V 0HB |
Fees
| England | 4245 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Scotland | 4245 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 4245 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 4245 GBP for Year 1 |
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