Master of Medical Sonography - General (IMSO)
University of South Australia (UniSA)
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00121B
The Master of Medical Sonography (General) is specifically for medical radiation or other allied health professionals who would like to broaden their career prospects. In just three years of part time study students extend their knowledge, practical skills and understanding of medical sonography, with the opportunity to learn advanced clinical skills, or pursue research. Practical learning is a major focus, with students embarking on 2,200 hours of ultrasound training and associated clinical placements. The degree is only offered online, with attendance at an on campus final clinical assessment.
Subjects
- Medical Sonography
Standard entry requirements
- Applicants are required to meet the following criteria:Professional Practice Current registration as a General Sonographer with the Australian Sonographer Accreditation Registry ( or overseas equivalent, where accreditation was awarded following completion of a recognised degree) or Higher Education Study Complete a letter of supp or t confirming a training position within a General ultrasound department that will be supervised by an accredited medical sonographer who is registered with ASAR (Australian Sonographer Accreditation Registry)
- And EITHER A Bachel or Degree or higher in an approved Field of Education (FOE), and completion of the prerequisite courses at a Bachel or level or higher within the last 10 years ( or pri or completion with evidence of clinical application of prerequisite knowledge)
- Or A Graduate Certificate in Medical Sonography Principles and The or y (General)
- Or Current registration with the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia ( or overseas equivalent, where accreditation was awarded following completion of a recognised degree)All applicants are required to complete the Additional Inf or mation F or m and provide supp or ting evidence.Prerequisite coursesHigher Education Study applicants are required to provide evidence of satisfact or y completion of the following prerequisite courses: 0.125 EFTSL of Human Anatomy, which includes anatomy of the head and neck, th or ax, abdomen and pelvis, and the musculoskeletal and vascular systems
- And 0.250 EFTS of Human Physiology
- And 0.125 EFTSL of Human Pathology or PathophysiologyApproved Fields of EducationHigher Education Study applicants are required to have completed a program of study (at Bachel or level or higher) in one of the following approved Fields of Education (FOE): Medical Studies Nursing Pharmacy Radiography Rehabilitation Therapies (excluding Audiology and Massage Therapy) Dentistry Optometry Human Movement Paramedical Studies Health ScienceApplicants with a qualification from a FOE not listed above may be considered on a case by case basis.Note: Applicants who are not already registered with ASAR as a general sonographer are advised that the program requires the completion of 2200 hours of supervised clinical sonography experience. Applicants are responsible f or or ganising and maintaining an ongoing training position to acquire the requisite experience
- And progression through the program is conditional upon meeting prescribed milestones.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| City East | International: $47,850 | No |
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| UniSA Online | International: $47,850 | No |
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