The University of Newcastle
Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Honours) (Nuclear Medicine)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationNuclear medicine graduates from the University of Newcastle are sought after worldwide. In this rewarding and challenging degree, you’ll learn to diagnose, treat, and help prevent diseases using radioactive substances – giving patients the best chance of living a full and healthy life.
Learn how to conduct nuclear medicine scans of a person’s body using radiopharmaceuticals. You’ll be using specialised equipment to track radiopharmaceuticals as they move through the body. These techniques help identify disease or injury at a very early stage.
You’ll have access to the latest technologies through placement opportunities and on campus in our world-class, purpose-built, health sciences precinct. This includes a radiopharmacy laboratory, CT laboratory, and nuclear medicine image processing software.
You’ll graduate with the confidence and competence to undertake professional practice as a nuclear medicine technologist/scientist.
Delivery mode
The University of Newcastle offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- Auckland St & King St, Newcastle
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Assumed knowledge: Any 2 units of English plus Mathematics Advanced or Physics.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
Career opportunities
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About The University of Newcastle
A university of and for our regions, the University of Newcastle has delivered superior education and world-class research since 1965.
By working with our industry, community and government partners, we translate new knowledge into innovations that make a real difference – to our communities, our economy and our planet.
Dedicated to our core values of equity, excellence, engagement and sustainability, the University of Newcastle is a globally recognised education institution committed to solving the world's greatest problems.