Degree Structure
College
Health Sciences
Department
Medical Diagnostic Imaging
Level
Graduate Masters
Study System
Courses and Research Project
Total Credit Hours
35 Cr. Hrs.
Duration
2-4 years
Intake
Fall and Spring
Language
English
Study Mode
Full Time and Part Time
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Degree Overview
Master of Science in Medical Diagnostic Imaging or Radiography program offers dedicated courses and clinical training to provide healthcare specialists with knowledge and skills to cover broad areas in advanced diagnostic imaging technologies leading to improved patient care in both diagnosis and treatment of disease. The program is also expected to contribute to the diversity and specialization to the graduate programs at the University of Sharjah and complement academic and research programs that target community needs. The program provides sufficient breadth and depth of knowledge satisfying the requirements of the national and international accreditation bodies, and thus allowing our graduates the opportunity to practice their profession regionally and internationally. The program includes courses that will gradually build the skillset of advanced diagnostic imaging modalities that will help the graduate to conduct research and increase the ability to influence change in the field of radiography and take the next step in your career.
Study Plan
What You Will Learn
University Requirements
College Requirements
Degree Requirements
| Requirements | Compulsory | Elective | Total | |||
| Courses | Credit Hours | Courses | Credit Hours | Courses | Credit Hours | |
| Courses | 11 | 23 | 1 | 3 | 12 | 26 |
| Thesis | 1 | 9 | - | - | 1 | 9 |
| Total Credit Hours | 32 | 3 | 35 |
Program Requirements
- Compulsory courses (23 credit hours)
- Elective Courses (3 credit hours)
- Thesis (9 credit hours)
CT and MRI Concentration
First Year
Fall Semester |
Spring Semester |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crs. Code |
Course Title |
Type |
Cr.Hr | Crs. Code |
Course Title |
Type |
Cr.Hr |
|
| 5002105 |
Advanced Physics and Instrumentation of CT&MRI |
CC |
3 |
5002250 |
Central Nervous System |
CC |
3 |
|
| 5002110 |
Statistics and Data Analysis |
Core |
3 |
5002252 |
Cross-sectional Imaging of the
Viscera
|
CC |
3 |
|
| 5002120 |
Innovation & Change Management in Medical Imaging Practices |
Core |
3 |
5002254 |
Musculoskeletal system |
CC |
3 |
|
| 5002112 |
Seminar and Research
Methods
|
Core |
2 |
|||||
| TOTAL |
11 |
TOTAL |
9 |
|||||
Second Year
Fall Semester |
Spring Semester |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crs. Code |
Course Title |
Type |
Cr.Hr | Crs. Code |
Course Title |
Type |
Cr.Hr |
|
| 5002202 |
Advanced CT&MRI Clinical
Practice
|
CC |
3 |
5002212 |
Thesis in CT&MRI |
CC |
6 |
|
| 5002212 |
Thesis in CT&MRI |
CC |
3 |
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| 5002XXX |
Elective in CT&MRI | EC |
3 |
|||||
| TOTAL |
9 |
TOTAL |
6 |
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CC: Compulsory Concentration EC: Elective Concentration
US Concentration
First Year
Fall Semester |
Spring Semester |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crs. Code |
Course Title |
Type |
Cr.Hr | Crs. Code |
Course Title |
Type |
Cr.Hr |
|
| 5002100 |
Advanced Physics and Instrumentation of Ultrasound |
CC |
3 |
5002220 |
Abdominal and General Ultrasound |
CC |
3 |
|
| 5002110 |
Statistics and Data Analysis |
Core |
3 |
5002222 |
Obstetric & Gynaecological Ultrasound |
CC |
3 |
|
| 5002120 |
Innovation & Change Management in Medical Imaging Practices |
Core |
3 |
5002224 |
Vascular Ultrasound |
CC |
3 |
|
| 5002112 |
Seminar and Research
Methods
|
Core |
2 |
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| TOTAL |
11 |
TOTAL |
9 |
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Second Year
Fall Semester |
Spring Semester |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crs. Code |
Course Title |
Type |
Cr.Hr | Crs. Code |
Course Title |
Type |
Cr.Hr |
|
| 5002200 |
Advanced US Clinical Practice |
CC |
3 |
5002210 |
Thesis in US |
CC |
6 |
|
| 5002210 |
Thesis in US |
CC |
3 |
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| 5002XXX |
Elective in US |
EC |
3 |
|||||
| TOTAL |
9 |
TOTAL |
6 |
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CC: Compulsory Concentration EC: Elective Concentration
Course Description
CompulsoryCourses
| Course No: 5002100 |
Course Title: Advanced Physics and Instrumentation of Ultrasound | Credit hours: 3 |
| Prerequisite: - | ||
| Catalog description: The course provides the advanced physics background of Ultrasound Imaging (USI) that underpins day- to-day medical imaging physics activities through USI devices. It is aimed to be of benefit to postgraduate students to deepen or advance their understanding of USI physics in medical imaging. |
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| Course No: 5002105 |
Course Title: Advanced Physics and Instrumentation of CT & MRI | Credit hours: 3 |
| Prerequisite: - | ||
| Catalog description: The course provides the necessary advanced physics background of CT and MRI that underpins day-to- day medical imaging physics activities through these devices. It is aimed to be of benefit to postgraduate students to deepen or advance their understanding of the CT and MRI physics in medical imaging. Coverage of instrumentations and hardware component is given at advanced level. |
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| Course No: 5002110 |
Course Title: Statistics and Data Analysis | Credit hours: 3 |
| Prerequisite: - | ||
| Catalog description: For students outside the Statistics Program wishing to obtain an introduction to statistical methods for data analysis. This course provides fundamentals of probability and statistics for data analysis in re- search. Topics include data collection, exploratory data analysis, random variables, common discrete and continuous distributions, sampling distributions, estimation, confidence intervals, hypothesis tests, elementary simulation and bootstrapping, distribution-free techniques, linear regression, analysis of variance, two-way tables, and data analysis using statistical software. Formal modeling of data and formal inference will be covered. |
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| Course No: 5002112 |
Course Title: Seminar and Research Methods | Credit hours: 2 |
| Prerequisite: 5002110 | ||
| Catalog description: The aim of this course is to develop students' ability to critically understand and conceptualize the process of research within the context of health and social care. This will include issues of methodology, methods, data analysis, data management, ethics, and governance. This content will provide students with the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to provide the highest quality of evidence-based practice within the health and social care systems. Students will have the opportunity to acquire a critical and practical understanding of research methods and refine skills in critical appraisal and project planning. The students should be able to orally disseminate and defend their scientific re- search concepts and improve their communication and presentation skills. tool that you will employ throughout your professional career. |
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| Course No: 5002120 |
Course Title: Innovation and Change Management in Medical Imaging Practices | Credit hours: 3 |
| Prerequisite: | ||
| Catalog description: The course aims to enhance students' soft skills, including teamwork, advanced communication, leadership and change management, within the context of medical imaging practices. Through the provision of conceptual frameworks, students will gain an understanding of planning, implementing, and evaluating actual evidence-based organizational change initiatives tailored to the unique requirements of the medical imaging workplace. In addition, the course aims to foster the practical application of knowledge to promote sustainability, innovation and entrepreneurship within the field of medical imaging. |
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| Course No: 5002200 |
Course Title: Advanced Ultrasound Clinical Practice | Credit hours: 3 |
| Prerequisite: 5002100 | ||
| Catalog description: This course will introduce and advance the students clinical skills in Ultrasound. The students should be able to practice wide range of Ultrasound examinations and perform patient preparation, scanning, and differentiate the pathological appearance and normal anatomy variation. The students should apply safe practice and show a component reflection, presentation and communication skills. |
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| Course No: 5002202 |
Course Title: Advanced CT & MRI Clinical Practice | Credit hours: 3 |
| Prerequisite: 5002105 | ||
| Catalog description: This course will introduce and advance the students clinical skills in two imaging modalities: CT and MRI. The students should be able to practice wide range of CT and MRI examinations and perform patient preparation, protocol and parameters selection and/or modification, image reconstruction, and differentiate the pathological appearance and normal anatomy variation. The students should apply safe practice in both modalities and show a competent reflection, presentation and communication skills. |
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| Course No: 5002210 | Course Title: Thesis in Ultrasound | Credit hours: 9 |
| Prerequisite: 5002110 | ||
| Catalog description: The objective of this course is for students to conduct a thesis research project in the ultrasound, completing their Master's program experiences and certifying their status as master practitioners. Over the program semesters, students will develop a research question, research hypothesis and research design to identify the appropriate research topic in ultrasound with faculty supervisor(s). The students write research proposal and apply for University Committee to get the necessary approval prior to commencing working on their research. At the end of the practical work, the students write their theses under the supervision of their advisors. The students will present their findings to the examination committee where they defend their results. |
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| Course No: 5002212 |
Course Title: Thesis in CT & MRI | Credit hours: 9 |
| Prerequisite: 5002110 | ||
| Catalog description: The objective of this course is for students to conduct a thesis research project in the CT & MRI, completing their Master's program experiences and certifying their status as master practitioners. Over the program semesters, students will develop a research question, research hypothesis and research design to identify the appropriate research topic in CT & MRI with faculty supervisor(s). The students write research proposal and apply for University Committee to get the necessary approval prior to commencing working on their research. At the end of the practical work, the students write their theses under the supervision of their advisors. The students will present their findings to the examination committee where they defend their results. |
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| Course No: 5002220 |
Course Title: Abdominal and General Ultrasound | Credit hours: 3 |
| Prerequisite: 5002100 | ||
| Catalog description: This course is designed for preparation for abdominal Sonography including abdominal anatomy, physiology, patient care, and imaging/interventional techniques. Emphasis will be placed on normal and abnormal vascular, hepatic, biliary, splenic, renal systems and associated sonographic patterns and peritoneal, retroperitoneal, gastrointestinal, superficial structures and associated sonographicpatterns. |
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| Course No: 5002222 |
Course Title: Obstetric & Gynecological Ultrasound | Credit hours: 3 |
| Prerequisite: 5002100 | ||
| Catalog Description: This course is designed for preparation for the gynecologic and obstetric ultrasound examination including fetal anatomy; physiology; patient care; and imaging/interventional techniques. Emphasis will be placed on normal and abnormal gynecologic anatomy, physiology, sonographic patterns, clinical history, physical assessment, and appropriate exam protocol. |
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| Course No: 5002224 |
Course Title: Vascular Ultrasound | Credit hours: 3 |
| Prerequisite: 5002100 | ||
| Catalog description: This course provides the students with detailed information regarding the application of duplex, pulsed wave, color and power Doppler techniques in the investigation of the abdominal, intra and extra-cranial and peripheral vasculature. |
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| Course No: 5002250 |
Course Title: Central Nervous System Imaging | Credit hours: 3 |
| Prerequisite: 5002105 | ||
| Catalog description: Central Nervous System (CNS) Imaging is a course that focuses on the CT and MR imaging techniques used to visualize and diagnose various disorders of the CNS. By the end of this course, participants will possess a thorough understanding of the different central nervous system imaging methods and their usage in clinical settings and will have the ability to competently apply these techniques for the diagnosis and treatment of CNS disorders. Along with lectures and readings, the course will also offer hands-on practical sessions where the students will have the chance to implement their newly acquired knowledge to real-life scenarios andexamine images. |
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| Course No: 5002252 |
Course Title: Cross-sectional Imaging of the Viscera | Credit hours: 3 |
| Prerequisite: 5002105 | ||
| Catalog description: This course aims to provide the student with a comprehensive knowledge of viscera cross-sectional imaging (CT and MRI), focusing on the thorax, abdomen, and pelvis (respiratory, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, urinary, reproductive, and autonomic nervous systems). Students should advance their knowledge and skills from request interpretation protocol selection, modification, contrast media,image production, analysis, and anatomy to differentiate between normal images and pathological conditions. In CT, students should be able to ably ALARA, exam justifications, optimization, and adhere to the DRL level. |
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| Course No: 5002254 |
Course Title: Musculoskeletal System | Credit hours: 3 |
| Prerequisite: 5002105 | ||
| Catalog description: This course details the theoretical and practical considerations required to perform a basic musculoskeletal (MSK) using computed tomography and magnetic resonance examination, with particular reference to the appendicular and axial system. Students will be able to recognize normal anatomy and pathologies, especially the sport and trauma related, tailor and modify the examination protocol accordingly to achieve the highest image quality and lowest radiation dose, and critically evaluate the final images. Students will also be aware of appropriate patient care. |
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Elective Courses
| Course No: 5002232 |
Course Title: Musculoskeletal and Small Parts Ultrasound | Credit hours: 3 |
| Prerequisite: 5002100 | ||
| Catalog description: The course provides a comprehensive overview of the practical applications, techniques, and interpretation of MSK imaging. It covers scanning of all peripheral joints including short lectures on topics including basic physics, pathology case studies, integrating ultrasound into clinical practice, overview of clinical governance and regulation, presenting a business case for ultrasound, anintroduction on ultrasound guided injections and appraising ultrasound as a diagnostic tool. |
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| Course No: 5002234 |
Course Title: Emergency Ultrasound | Credit hours: 3 |
| Prerequisite: 5002100 |
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| Catalog description: There are frequent situations arising in clinical practice where rapid bedside assessment using focused ultrasound techniques can help with the assessment of, and treatment planning for patients. In this situation, rapid ultrasound assessment by competent non-radiological clinician may be more appropriate than waiting for a formal ultrasound list during normal working hours. This course willenable the trainee to perform such an ultrasound examination. |
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| Course No: 5002260 |
Course Title: Hybrid Imaging: PET/SPECT and MRI | Credit hours: 3 |
| Prerequisite: 5002105 | ||
| Catalog description: Hybrid Imaging PET/SPECT/MRI is a medical imaging course that focuses on the integration of different imaging modalities to improve the diagnostic accuracy of diseases. This course covers the basics of Positron Emission Tomography (PET), Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT), and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and how they can be combined to provide a comprehensive view of the anatomy and physiology of the body. The goal of the course is to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively use hybrid imaging to enhance patient care. This course provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the various imaging modalities and their applications in medical diagnosis, enabling them to make informed decisions in the selection and interpretation of imaging studies for patient care. |
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| Course No: 5002262 |
Course Title: Advanced Applications in CT & MRI | Credit hours: 3 |
| Prerequisite: 5002105 | ||
| Catalog description: The course aims to give the students a comprehensive understanding of the latest CT and MRI advanced applications within the modalities. The advanced CT technologies covered cardiac imaging, perfusion, and dose reduction technique. The advanced MRI technologies covered time-SLIP imaging, FASE – black blood imaging, steady-state free precession, contrast-improved angiography, and fresh blood imaging. |
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| Course No: 5002264 |
Course Title: Radiation Dose and Image Quality Control in CT | Credit hours: 3 |
| Prerequisite: 5002105 |
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| Catalog description: This course discusses the advanced scientific principles and techniques of radiation dose and image quality control in CT examinations. Students will develop their abilities to critically assess the performance of a wide range of CT technology through radiation dose and image quality control in CT applications. Students will develop their abilities towards enhanced clinical practices using high-qualitypractices through a control mechanism on radiation dose and dose optimization concepts. |
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