Bachelor of Medical Imaging (Honours)
Allied Health
A course by
University of Auckland
A four-year honours degree providing extensive clinical experience and academic study in medical imaging, preparing graduates for registration as Medical Imaging Technologists.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Grafton, Auckland
It will take a total of 4 years
Core skills this course teaches
Develop clinical competence in medical imaging
Undertake hands-on clinical experience in radiology departments and private radiology facilities, preparing for practice as a Medical Imaging Technologist (MIT).
Understand principles and technology of medical imaging
Gain in-depth theoretical knowledge of image acquisition, radiographic techniques, and technology used in medical imaging.
Apply image optimisation and evaluation skills
What You're Signing Up For
The Bachelor of Medical Imaging (Honours) at the University of Auckland is New Zealand’s first undergraduate programme of its kind, offering a unique honours pathway for aspiring Medical Imaging Technologists (MITs). The programme provides hands-on clinical experiences in hospitals and private radiology, delivered by experienced medical imaging staff. Graduates are eligible to register with the New Zealand Medical Radiation Technologists Board (MRTB) and have strong prospects in public and private healthcare sectors. Coursework includes image acquisition, clinical placements, anatomy, pathology, patient care, and research methods leading to a final-year dissertation.
Course Content
- Radiographic positioning and image acquisition
- Physical principles and technology of medical imaging
- Image optimisation and evaluation
- Patient care and safety
- Sectional imaging anatomy and pathology
- Professional and evidence-based practice
- Specialised imaging (including CT, MRI, ultrasound, nuclear medicine)
- Clinical experience in simulation labs, hospitals, and private radiology
- Final-year dissertation / research skills
- Core health sciences (biology, chemistry, physics, population health, biochemistry, behavioural sciences)
What you need to know first
Completion of first year of BSc at University of Auckland (prescribed courses in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, plus General Education)
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Healthcare
Diagnostic Radiology
Medical Imaging
Future employment opportunities might be
Medical imaging technologist (MIT)
Clinical applications training specialist
Manager in a medical imaging department