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RAD4000 · Radiography and medical imaging work experience
2026 Handbook6 credit pointsLevel 4Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences
Last checked: 23 Aug 2026 UTCOverview
Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Radiography and Medical Imaging must complete the placement in order to satisfy the professional requirements that a period of supervised practice be completed prior to graduation and application for registration issued by the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia.
Areas of study: Radiography and medical imaging Radiation sciences
Offerings
| Campus | Teaching period | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Clayton | Full year extended | Teaching mostly conducted outside of a classroom/campus environment (IMMERSIVE) |
Assessment
The Handbook does not list a final examination among the assessment items. That is not a guarantee there is none.
| # | Assessment | Type | Weight | Hurdle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Clinical learning portfolio.(5,000 words or equivalent) | Work integrated | 50% | Competency |
| 2 | Professional fitness to practice portfolio–10 mins presentation to panel and submission 4,000 words | Portfolio | 40% | Competency |
| 3 | Work based performance appraisal at weeks 12 and 24 | Demonstration | 10% | Competency |
| 4 | Advanced clinical decision-making workbook – 5,000 word equivalent (Pass/Fail) | Work integrated | 0% | Competency |
Assessment in this unit includes hurdle assessment tasks. Failure of any hurdle assessment task may result in failure of the unit.
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Requisites
The Handbook lists no prerequisite, corequisite or prohibition for this unit.
Learning outcomes
- Demonstrate competency as a radiography student across the domains of practice and be able to assume an independent role as a radiographer and modelling professionalism within the role.
- Synergise image appearances and health assessments using appropriate terminology and critically evaluate medical images with reference to the clinical presentation;
- Implement multislice CT imaging methods and protocols and related interventional procedures (CT and DSA) including dose reduction strategies in a problem-solving capacity across a diverse range of clinical settings and patients;
- Conduct pre-scanning screening of MRI patients and provide clear instructions of the procedure prior to performing MRI scans to the beginner stage of professional development, whilst being cognisant of safety issues including the use of contrast agents;
- Critically reflect upon advanced radiographic practice and identify on-going professional development needs especially in relation to CT and MRI scanning, and advanced radiographic patient management.
Workload
| Activity | Duration |
|---|---|
| Applied sessions | 12 hours |
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