南澳大學

This is the only degree of its kind in South Australia, preparing you for a rewarding career in the highly specialised field of nuclear medicine.

Nuclear medicine technologists are responsible for preparing and administering radioactive substances, called radiopharmaceuticals, to evaluate the function of an organ or body system to diagnose and/or treat disease.

As a nuclear medicine student, you will learn from award-winning teachers. Further practical experience is gained during 1,400 hours of clinical placement, complemented by an in-depth theoretical component.

With specialised equipment and computer systems to analyse data, it’s easy to see why this degree is so highly regarded both nationally and internationally.

High achieving students may be considered for the Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Honours) (Nuclear Medicine) program in the third year.

What you'll learn

During your first year you will focus on basic sciences at the core of the study and practice of medical radiation science. You will cover a range of topics, including anatomy, physiology, pathology and radiation physics. These core subjects offer an introduction to medical radiation and the scientific principles surrounding it.

Applying these concepts to professional practice occurs through clinical placements, which begin in your second year and continue through third and fourth year.

Throughout your studies you will also take part in regular pre-clinical preparation workshops to further extend your skills as you move into advanced areas of practice.

Your career

In Australia, growth for medical radiation science professionals has been on the rise with career prospects continuing to look very strong, with an expected 11,000 job openings over the next five years.1 You should enjoy working with people, with technology, helping sick or injured people, working a variety of hours, be interested in the human body, being challenged by new ideas and being part of a team.

Nuclear medicine professionals work in a variety of settings, including:

hospitals
private practice
medical equipment companies
research and development.

You may also gain employment in specialist areas such as:

ultrasound
computed tomography
magnetic resonance imaging.