Dreaming of a career where you can use cutting-edge technology to diagnose and treat life-threatening diseases? Be a key player in a healthcare team. Prepare and administer radioactive substances (radiopharmaceuticals). Master state-of-the-art equipment.
Turn your passion for science and patient care into a powerful career. Learn to evaluate organ function and contribute to life-changing medical treatments.
Make a difference in patients' lives and help shape the future of healthcare, ensuring earlier diagnoses and more effective treatments. By joining this dynamic field, you’ll not only impact individual patients but also help advance the future of medicine.
The Bachelor of Medical Radiation (Honours) majoring in Nuclear Medicine at Adelaide University offers a comprehensive education in the dynamic field of nuclear medicine.
Explore areas like radiopharmaceuticals, diagnostic imaging, and patient care. Gain in-depth knowledge of how to diagnose and treat diseases. Use advanced technology. Learn from experts who are leaders in their field.
This degree will equip you with essential skills, including operating state-of-the-art imaging equipment and safely handling radioactive substances. Apply these skills through over 1,400 hours of hands-on clinical placements, starting from your second year.
Graduate well-prepared for diverse career opportunities in healthcare. You could work in a hospital, specialised clinic, or research facility. Make a significant impact on patient outcomes and contribute to the advancement of medical science.
Earn an esteemed honours degree in medical radiation science, specialising in nuclear medicine. Gain over 1,400 hours of hands-on clinical experience. Train with industry-standard equipment and image processing software. Learn from academics with real-world clinical expertise. Develop and complete an independent research project under expert supervision. Apply your skills in clinical placements starting in your second year.The Bachelor of Medical Radiation (Honours) majoring in Nuclear Medicine is a four-year honours program designed to prepare you for a leading role in this specialised field.
In your first year, you’ll build a strong foundation in subjects like human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and radiation physics with an introduction to medical radiation practice. These foundational courses will set the stage for more advanced studies.
In your second year, explore nuclear medicine studies, learning to prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals. Gain hands-on experience through clinical placements. Study specialised topics in Computed Tomography (CT) and Positron Emission Tomography (PET) imaging. In your third year you’ll learn advanced clinical practice.
The final year of the program focuses on integrating your knowledge through intensive clinical practice and an honours thesis. Develop and present a significant project, honing your skills in research methods and ethics.
Throughout the degree, you’ll accumulate over 1,400 hours of practical experience in real-world settings. Work with industry-standard equipment and learning from experienced professionals. This comprehensive approach ensures you graduate with the expertise and confidence needed to excel in various roles within the medical radiation field.
With industry experience and connections, and a higher-level qualification than a bachelor's degree, you’ll be prepared for future leadership roles. You’ll also be eligible to register with the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia (MRPBA). Graduate ready to make a tangible impact on patient care.
The Bachelor of Medical Radiation (Honours) is also available with majors in the following:
Complete 192 units comprising:
Complete 108 units for ALL of the following:
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Human Anatomy 100
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BIOL1006
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Human Physiology 100
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BIOL1018
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Human Physiology 101
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BIOL1019
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6
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Medical Radiation Human Anatomy
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HLTH1006
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6
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Introduction to Evidence Based Practice and Research in Health Sciences
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HLTH1016
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6
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Aboriginal Health: Culture, Community and Country
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HLTH1017
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6
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Physics for Medical Radiation 100
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PHYS1008
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6
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Applied Psychology
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PSYC1010
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6
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Introduction to Medical Radiation Practice
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RADI1002
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6
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Pathology for Medical Radiation
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DENT2008
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6
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Human Anatomy 201 (Gross and Sectional)
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RADI2005
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6
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Physics for Medical Radiation 200
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DENT3002
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6
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Physics for Medical Radiation 300
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DENT3003
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6
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CT and PET Imaging
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RADI3011
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6
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Health Science Honours Preparation
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REHB3007
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6
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Specialised Medical Radiation
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RADI4002
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6
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Health Science Honours Thesis
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REHB4005
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12
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Nuclear Medicine Studies 1
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RADI2000
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6
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Nuclear Medicine Clinical Practice 1
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RADI2008
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6
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Nuclear Medicine Studies 2
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RADI3005
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6
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Nuclear Medicine Studies 3
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RADI3006
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6
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Nuclear Medicine Studies 4
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RADI3007
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6
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Nuclear Medicine Clinical Practice 2
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RADI3013
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12
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Nuclear Medicine Clinical Practice 3
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RADI4007
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12
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Nuclear Medicine Honours Clinical Practice 4
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RADI4008
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6
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Nuclear Medicine Honours Professional Entry Practice 1
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RADI4009
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6
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Nuclear Medicine Professional Entry Practice 2
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RADI4010
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12
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Ready to make a difference in the world of nuclear medicine? With your degree, you can step into a high-demand field where your skills are sought after both locally and internationally.
As a nuclear medicine technologist, you’ll prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals. Using advanced imaging technologies like PET scans you can diagnose and treat diseases. You can find work in hospitals, private clinics, or medical equipment companies.
With further study or training, you can advance into specialised roles such as:
A successful career in nuclear medicine requires a passion for helping others, a love of technology, and an interest in the human body. Graduates are eligible for registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), paving the way for a rewarding career with opportunities for further specialisation and research.
The global nuclear medicine market is set to boom in coming years. Projections show growth from $5.5 billion in 2023 to $9.4 billion by 2028, and an incredible $16.1 billion by 2033. The field is expected to expand at an annual rate of 11.3% (Nuclear Medicine Market Report).
Factors contributing to the growth in the medical radiation field include:
With an advanced qualification, graduates can contribute to medical research and help develop new imaging techniques or applications that further enhance diagnostic and/or therapeutic capabilities.
Adelaide University is working through relevant approvals for program accreditation ahead of students commencing in 2026.
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Your courses will require a combination of different learning formats, including lectures, tutorials, workshops, seminars and practicals. Aside from your classes, you’ll also need to allocate additional time for independent study. This may include assignments, readings, projects and contributing to online discussion forums. As a rough guide, full-time studies may require 12-26 hours of class time and 14-18 hours of independent study per week.
During your studies at Adelaide University, you’ll complete a mixture of practical, professional and research-based learning. Your assessment types will vary depending on the degree you’re studying, but may include:
