Bachelor of Medical Sonography / Graduate Diploma of Medical Sonography
Entry Requirements:
Year 12 or equivalent.
Structure:
27 units (192 credit points).
Subjects you can Study:
Human Body Systems 1; Study and Research Skills for Health Science; Physics for Health Sciences; Fundamentals of Ultrasound Practice; Professional Practice; Human Body Systems 2; plus more
Further information:
Some units have compulsory residential schools. Many second and third year units include compulsory laboratory sessions. Students must undertake a minimum of 55 weeks of clinical study in the workplace. Clinical placements will be undertaken at a range of locations throughout QLD, NSW and VIC in both metropolitan and rural areas. Not all years of the course are available at all locations. Some units within the course are only available to study online. Due to the number of clinical placements, entry numbers are limited. Recommended Study: Biology, English, Maths, Physics and Science
Recognition:
The Bachelor of Medical Sonography and Graduate Diploma of Medical Sonography is accredited by the Australasian Sonographer Accreditation Registry (ASAR). Students must complete both parts of the program to gain accreditation. The external accreditation body Australian Sonographer Accreditation Registry sets the maximum time that individuals may be on the ASAR Registry as a Student Sonographer. This has been set at five years from the date of initial entry onto the registry, meaning students must complete the program of study within five years of student registration date in order to qualify as an accredited Sonographer.
Accepts International Students:
Yes
Provider CRICOS: 00219C
Related Careers:
Medical Imaging Technologist,| Campus | ATAR/OP | Mid Year Intake | Study Mode | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CQUniversity Brisbane | No info | No | Full time | 4 years |
| CQUniversity Sydney | 85.7 | No | Full time | 4 years |
| CQUniversity Melbourne | No info | No | Full time | 4 years |
| CQUniversity Perth | No info | No | Full time | 4 years |
| CQUniversity Mackay Ooralea | No info | No | Full time | 4 years |
CQUniversity Australia has one of the largest national footprints of any university in Australia, proudly offering a wide variety of TAFE and university qualifications with seamless pathways between short courses, certificates and diplomas through to undergraduate, postgraduate and research higher degrees to help you be what you want to be.
We offer a world-class education, are ranked in the top two per cent of universities worldwide* and are recognised as Australia’s first and only Changemaker Campus by social innovation group Ashoka U.
At CQUniversity you have the opportunity to study courses online, on campus or a combination of both. We are a leading distance education provider and one of the first Australian universities to offer flexible, mixed-mode study so you can learn where and how it suits you.
Whether you want to stay close to home or move somewhere new, prefer the bustling city life or the relaxed pace of regional locations, we offer more than 20 study locations including campuses and study centres in Adelaide, Biloela, Brisbane, Bundaberg, Cairns, Emerald, Gladstone, Mackay, Melbourne, Noosa, Perth, Rockhampton, Sydney, Townsville and Yeppoon, and study hubs in Broome, Busselton, Charters Towers, Cooma, Geraldton, Karratha and Port Pirie.
Choose from a wide variety of courses in areas including:
- business
- accounting and law
- creative, performing and visual arts
- education and humanities
- engineering and built environment
- engineering trades
- English
- study and work preparation
- health
- information technology and digital media
- psychology
- social work and community services
- science and environment
- service industries
- transport and safety sciences.
We also provide training for apprentices and trainees, and industry-specific courses.
We’re rated as conducting world class research in 14 different categories and are well above world standard in Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Sciences, Nursing, Other Medical and Health Services, Other Psychology and Cognitive Sciences, and Psychology and Cognitive Sciences^. Our range of research higher degrees allow you to undertake research focused on a particular area of interest.
Benefit from our award-winning and experienced teaching professionals, as well as our focus on student services and support. Our student body is diverse and comes from both local and global communities. We are committed to providing specialist education and training support and a range of career-orientated services to ensure our graduates are successful.
Our courses are designed alongside industry and many include hands-on, practical learning experiences such as field and laboratory work, project-based learning and work placements. Our commitment to providing up-to-date, real-world knowledge and skills has seen us being awarded five-star ratings for Full-Time Employment, Social Equity and Starting Salary, placing us in the top 20 per cent of universities in Australia in these categories+. No matter whether you’re just finishing school or thinking of taking up a new challenge, CQUniversity can help you be what you want to be.
For more information visit our website or submit an enquiry form.
Postgraduate and international applicants can apply directly.
* Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2019. Visit www.cqu.edu.au/reputation.
^2015–2016 State of Australian University Research Volume 1 ERA National Report.
+The Good Universities Guide 2018
Entry Requirements:
Year 12 or equivalent.
Structure:
27 units (192 credit points).
Subjects you can Study:
Human Body Systems 1; Study and Research Skills for Health Science; Physics for Health Sciences; Fundamentals of Ultrasound Practice; Professional Practice; Human Body Systems 2; plus more
Further information:
Some units have compulsory residential schools. Many second and third year units include compulsory laboratory sessions. Students must undertake a minimum of 55 weeks of clinical study in the workplace. Clinical placements will be undertaken at a range of locations throughout QLD, NSW and VIC in both metropolitan and rural areas. Not all years of the course are available at all locations. Some units within the course are only available to study online. Due to the number of clinical placements, entry numbers are limited. Recommended Study: Biology, English, Maths, Physics and Science
Recognition:
The Bachelor of Medical Sonography and Graduate Diploma of Medical Sonography is accredited by the Australasian Sonographer Accreditation Registry (ASAR). Students must complete both parts of the program to gain accreditation. The external accreditation body Australian Sonographer Accreditation Registry sets the maximum time that individuals may be on the ASAR Registry as a Student Sonographer. This has been set at five years from the date of initial entry onto the registry, meaning students must complete the program of study within five years of student registration date in order to qualify as an accredited Sonographer.
Accepts International Students:
Yes
Provider CRICOS: 00219C
Related Careers:
Medical Imaging Technologist,| Campus | ATAR/OP | Mid Year Intake | Study Mode | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CQUniversity Brisbane | No info | No | Full time | 4 years |
| CQUniversity Sydney | 85.7 | No | Full time | 4 years |
| CQUniversity Melbourne | No info | No | Full time | 4 years |
| CQUniversity Perth | No info | No | Full time | 4 years |
| CQUniversity Mackay Ooralea | No info | No | Full time | 4 years |
CQUniversity Australia has one of the largest national footprints of any university in Australia, proudly offering a wide variety of TAFE and university qualifications with seamless pathways between short courses, certificates and diplomas through to undergraduate, postgraduate and research higher degrees to help you be what you want to be.
We offer a world-class education, are ranked in the top two per cent of universities worldwide* and are recognised as Australia’s first and only Changemaker Campus by social innovation group Ashoka U.
At CQUniversity you have the opportunity to study courses online, on campus or a combination of both. We are a leading distance education provider and one of the first Australian universities to offer flexible, mixed-mode study so you can learn where and how it suits you.
Whether you want to stay close to home or move somewhere new, prefer the bustling city life or the relaxed pace of regional locations, we offer more than 20 study locations including campuses and study centres in Adelaide, Biloela, Brisbane, Bundaberg, Cairns, Emerald, Gladstone, Mackay, Melbourne, Noosa, Perth, Rockhampton, Sydney, Townsville and Yeppoon, and study hubs in Broome, Busselton, Charters Towers, Cooma, Geraldton, Karratha and Port Pirie.
Choose from a wide variety of courses in areas including:
- business
- accounting and law
- creative, performing and visual arts
- education and humanities
- engineering and built environment
- engineering trades
- English
- study and work preparation
- health
- information technology and digital media
- psychology
- social work and community services
- science and environment
- service industries
- transport and safety sciences.
We also provide training for apprentices and trainees, and industry-specific courses.
We’re rated as conducting world class research in 14 different categories and are well above world standard in Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Sciences, Nursing, Other Medical and Health Services, Other Psychology and Cognitive Sciences, and Psychology and Cognitive Sciences^. Our range of research higher degrees allow you to undertake research focused on a particular area of interest.
Benefit from our award-winning and experienced teaching professionals, as well as our focus on student services and support. Our student body is diverse and comes from both local and global communities. We are committed to providing specialist education and training support and a range of career-orientated services to ensure our graduates are successful.
Our courses are designed alongside industry and many include hands-on, practical learning experiences such as field and laboratory work, project-based learning and work placements. Our commitment to providing up-to-date, real-world knowledge and skills has seen us being awarded five-star ratings for Full-Time Employment, Social Equity and Starting Salary, placing us in the top 20 per cent of universities in Australia in these categories+. No matter whether you’re just finishing school or thinking of taking up a new challenge, CQUniversity can help you be what you want to be.
For more information visit our website or submit an enquiry form.
Postgraduate and international applicants can apply directly.
* Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2019. Visit www.cqu.edu.au/reputation.
^2015–2016 State of Australian University Research Volume 1 ERA National Report.
+The Good Universities Guide 2018
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