Develop clinical expertise through practice and research
This Nuclear Medicine (PgCert / PgDip) course at University of the West of England (UWE Bristol) provides the educational and research foundations required to evaluate current working practice and understand the opportunities currently available in nuclear medicine and molecular imaging environments. As a result, peer learning is a big part of this course's value to individuals and employers. In addition to developing skills directly linked to clinical practice, you will also have the opportunity to contribute to the nuclear medicine knowledge base through research and publication.
This course is designed in conjunction with a number of clinical experts, and our partnership with clinical software provider Hermes Medical Solutions. This means it produces competent and professional practitioners with the skills needed to optimise and promote this imaging modality in current models of patient care.
Careers / Further study
You must be currently practising nuclear medicine the routes available on this course are designed to help you complement existing skills and knowledge with a view to career progression.
Our links with software providers, and nuclear medicine practitioners and employers, are excellent, and this course is designed to benefit you and your employer by enhancing your ability to contribute to current thinking and practice.
This course is accredited by the Society and College of Radiographers (SoR).
Courses include:
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Certificate - 9 months, Diploma - 20 months, MSc - 36 months. There is flexibility to study over a longer period.
The full Master's course comprises 180 credits divided into three 60 credits stages: Postgraduate Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma, and Masters.
Minimum required score:
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Applicants would normally possess either:
You should also have at least six months of clinical experience in Nuclear Medicine and spend at least 40% of your clinical time working within the modality. This should be maintained for the duration of the programme
Applicants who do not meet these criteria will be considered on an individual basis in accordance with the University's Accreditation of (Experiential) Learning procedure.
Pathway Courses
Some international students may need additional education in order to qualify for a degree. In conjunction with its partner organisation, Kaplan International Pathways, the University of West England, Bristol offers a number of entry route options for students, including undergraduate and postgraduate pathway courses.
A pathway course offers complete preparation for university-level study, and is taken at the UWE Bristol’s International College. Upon successful completion of their course at the required level, students planning to progress are guaranteed a place on their chosen degree.
This is an online programme. You can attend from the comfort of your chair! So you don't need a student visa!
13,000 - 14,500 GBP
UWE Bristol offers a range of scholarships for international postgraduate students.
Please note: In order to apply for any UWE Bristol scholarships, you must have received an offer to study at UWE Bristol. Remember to apply for the course early to ensure your scholarship application can be considered.
Non-programme specific scholarships
Programme-specific scholarships
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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