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MSc Medical Imaging Part-time

MSc (NFQ Level 9)

This course is available through the following application route(s)

Duration:
2 Years
Attendance:
Part-Time
Delivery:
On Campus
NFQ Level:
9 (90 credits)
Level:
Graduate Taught
Award:
Master of Science
Next Intake:
January
Country Specific Entry Requirements:
Visit the UCD Global Undergraduate Entry Requirements webpage.
Other School Leaving Requirements:
See www.ucd.ie/admissions
Curricular information is subject to change.

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This programme allows students to acquire knowledge and advanced practical skills in relevant fields of medical imaging. Graduates will be equipped with analytical, research and critical reflection skills, in order to drive improvements in medical imaging healthcare services or in industry.

  • Students can tailor the course content to meet their own professional needs or interests.
  • Educates and trains students using innovative and multidisciplinary approaches, combining research and advanced practice in medical imaging.

About This Course

Students can tailor the course to their own research interests and individual needs by selecting modules offered by the University.

  • Apply knowledge and understanding through problem solving abilities in new or unfamiliar environments within broader contexts.
  • Communicate conclusions and the underpinning knowledge and rationale to specialist and non-specialist audiences.
  • Demonstrate increased knowledge and understanding as a basis and opportunity for originality in developing or applying ideas in a research context.
  • Demonstrate increased knowledge and understanding as a basis and opportunity for originality in developing or applying ideas to clinical practice.
  • Learn to study in a manner that may be largely self-directed or autonomous.
  • Make judgments which demonstrate the ability to integrate knowledge, handle complexity, formulate judgments with incomplete data and being capable of critical analysis

As part of this course, students will undertake a combination of modules including:

  • Research Methods & Statistics
  • Research Dissertation

Students can tailor the course to their own research interests and individual needs by selecting modules offered by the University. 

The programme educates and trains students using innovative and multidisciplinary approaches, combining research and advanced practice in medical imaging. It is also possible to conduct  research using other options such as a scoping review 

This joint Masters is targeted towards:

  • Practicing radiographers
  • Radiation therapists
  • Professionals working in the field of medical imaging

The programme provides an alternative to the modality specific Masters programmes and allows students to tailor a programme to their specific needs and interests

Below is a list of all modules offered for this degree in the current academic year. Click on the module to discover what you will learn in the module, how you will learn and assessment feedback profile amongst other information.

Incoming Stage 1 undergraduates can usually select an Elective in the Spring Trimester. Most continuing undergraduate students can select up to two Elective modules (10 Credits) per stage. There is also the possibility to take up to 10 extra Elective credits.

Module Type Module   Trimester Credits
Stage 1 Options - B) Min 1 of:
Students must register for this module in Year 2
RDGY41130 Dissertation (Medical Imaging) Year-long (12 months)  30

MSc Medical Imaging Part-time (X675) Part Time
EU          fee per year - € 10040 th
nonEU    fee per year - € 14550 th

thDiagnostic Imaging Programmes where Year Fee is Full Programme Fee charged to First Year 2025/26 Entry students only.
***Fees are subject to change

This joint Masters is targeted towards:

  • Practicing radiographers
  • Radiation therapists
  • Professionals working in the field of medical imaging

 

 

The programme provides an alternative to the modality specific Masters programmes and allows students to tailor a programme to their specific needs and interests.

Eligibility:

Undergraduate Degree Transcript and Certificate: A high GPA (at least second class honours) is a prerequisite.  English Language Test: To provide evidence Degree taught in English OR An overall score of 7.0 in IELTS equivalent (with no element below 6.5) is required. All test results must be less than 2 years old. This is a compulsory requirement. This is for international applicants whose English is not their first language. Reference Form

You may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), as UCD recognises formal, informal, and/or experiential learning. RPL may be awarded to gain Admission and/or credit exemptions on a programme. Please visit the UCD Registry RPL web page for further information. Any exceptions are also listed on this webpage.

Part Time option suitable for:

Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
International (Non EEA) applicants: No


This joint Masters is targeted towards:




  • Practicing radiographers

  • Radiation therapists

  • Professionals working in the field of medical imaging



The programme provides an alternative to the modality specific Masters programmes and allows students to tailor a programme to their specific needs and interests.



Eligibility:




  • Undergraduate Degree Transcript and Certificate:  a high GPA (at least second class honours) is a prerequisite. 

  • English Language Test: To provide evidence Degree taught in English OR An overall score of 7.0 in IELTS equivalent (with no element below 6.5) is required. All test results must be less than 2 years old. This is a compulsory requirement. This is for international applicants whose English is not their first language.

  • Reference Form



Application Deadline for January intake (PT): 12th January 2026 



All applicants are required to complete the pre-course requirement form and the Proposal Form below:



MSc Medical Imaging Proposal 



MSc Medical Imaging Pre-course Form



Please ensure that all necessary forms are downloaded, filled out by typing, and uploaded through the application portal.



Successful candidates will be provided with a list of suitable modules, which will be discussed on an individual basis.


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