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Radiology for Physiotherapists (RADI90010)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5Not available in 2024
Overview
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This subject builds on the student's knowledge in radiology, particularly as it applies to the neuro-musculo-skeletal system. The student will be able to explore normal and pathological findings as displayed by a variety of imaging modalities including x-ray, CT scans, MRI and US imaging. They will also have a better appreciation of when to use imaging, which imaging modality to use and when onward referral to another clinician may be more appropriate.
Intended learning outcomes
The subject aims to provide students with:
- advanced knowledge of imaging techniques
- an appreciation of when and how to request imaging as well as which modality to use for a particular condition
- advanced skills in understanding the interpretation and clinical implications of radiological findings
- appropriate skills in the interpretation of pathology, with awareness of the limitations
- a better understanding of radiology reports to enable correlation of the findings with the images
Generic skills
The subject aims to provide students with:
- Advanced knowledge of imaging techniques
- Advanced skills in understanding interpretations and clinical implications of radiological finding
- Skills in interpretation of appropriate pathologies
- Critical thinking, problem-solving and analytical skills
- Improved capacity to detect detail in visual images
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Undergraduate qualification in Physiotherapy
Minimum 12 months clinical experience in the area of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy.
Applicants will be required to provide a copies of transcripts for their Physiotherapy qualification, and a brief resume.
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
Case presentation
| Week | 5% |
Online radiology exam
| End of the teaching period | 50% |
Written assignment 1
| During the assessment period | 20% |
Written assignment 2
| End of the assessment period | 25% |
Additional details
Assessment will comprise of two written assignments, one case presentation due during the course week and a one-hour online written exam following delivery. The venue for the online examination will be held at Queensland Health; or by arrangement for students based in a regional area, at an alternative site.
Please note that participants need to ensure their availability for all components of the program including the assessments on the dates scheduled.
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Quotas apply to this subject
Dates & times
Not available in 2024
Time commitment details
36 hours of lectures, workshops and tutorials throughout semester one. Students are expected to undertake a number of approximately 72 hours of self directed learning in this subject.
What do these dates mean
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- Your tuition fees, academic transcript and statements.
- And for Commonwealth Supported students, your:
- Student Learning Entitlement. This applies to all students enrolled in a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP).
Subjects withdrawn after the census date (including up to the ‘last day to withdraw without fail’) count toward the Student Learning Entitlement.
Additional delivery details
Lectures, workshops and tutorials
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
Recommended texts and other resources
ANDERSON, J, & READ, JW. (2008). Atlas Imaging in Sports Medicine. 2nd edn. McGraw Hill, Sydney
- Links to additional information
- Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
Additional information for this subject
An undergraduate degree in physiotherapy degree and at least one year of clinical experience post-graduation in musculoskeletal physiotherapy or related field
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.
Last updated: 31 January 2024