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Medical Imaging & Radiation Sciences

Postgraduate
PDMIRS

Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences at UCC is a new programme designed to provide diagnostic radiographers, radiation therapists, and allied health professionals with the post-registration knowledge and skills to embark on specialist practice.

Award Name Postgraduate Diploma (Level 9 NFQ)
NFQ Classification Major
Awarding Body National University of Ireland
NFQ Level Level 9 NFQ
Award Name NFQ Classification Awarding Body NFQ Level
Postgraduate Diploma (Level 9 NFQ) Major National University of Ireland Level 9 NFQ
Course Provider:
Location:
Cork City
Attendance Options:
Online or Distance, Part time, Flexible
Qualification Letters:
PGrad Dip
Apply to:
Course provider
Number of credits:
60

Duration

Flexible part-time

Careers / Further progression

Skills and Careers Information
Our Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences graduates will have the necessary knowledge, skills, and competencies to expand their careers relating to medical imaging technologies or radiation therapy treatments.

On graduation, you will have access to increased opportunities to lead and develop clinical services within your areas of practice.

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Further information

Start Date 29 September 2026

Closing Date
September intake: 15 September 2026

Non-EU Closing Date
September intake: 15 September 2026

Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences at UCC is a new programme designed to provide diagnostic radiographers, radiation therapists, and allied health professionals with the post-registration knowledge and skills to embark on specialist practice. The programme is delivered entirely online and will equip you with the knowledge, skills, and competencies to practice using advanced imaging modalities, treatment techniques, and in areas of extended or advancing practice. The Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences is a flexible part-time route where you undertake 60 credits of modules. A further 30 credits of study allows you to qualify for the award of an MSc in Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences.

The Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences has 9 distinct Specialty Pathways each with their own pathway-specific modules and learning outcomes. Apply Now for:

Computed Tomography (CT)
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
Mammography

Please complete an Expression of Interest for any of the following Pathways:

Management and Leadership
Ultrasound (Obstetrics and Gynaecology)
Radiation Protection
Image Interpretation
Advanced Practice
Radiation Therapy

You can choose your specialty pathway and develop independent practice skills and attributes necessary for a successful high-level career in your relevant sub-specialty.

Dr Andrew England
aengland@ucc.ie
+353 (0)21 420 5656
https://www.ucc.ie/en/medical/medicalimagingradiationtherapy/medicalimagingandradiationtherapy/medicalimagingradiationsciences/

Professor Mark McEntee
mark.mcentee@ucc.ie
+353 (0)21 420 5651

Course Provider:
Location:
Cork City
Attendance Options:
Online or Distance, Part time, Flexible
Qualification Letters:
PGrad Dip
Apply to:
Course provider
Number of credits:
60