Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Honours) (Nuclear Medicine)
Degree Level Undergraduate
Year 2025
You're considered an International student if you are:
Degree Level Undergraduate
Year 2025
Program Code
IHRS
Prerequisites
None
Assumed Knowledge
None
Fees
AUD$ 44,300 per annum (per 1.0 EFTSL) for students enrolled in 2025
The admission criteria have been grouped to assist you to easily find the information most relevant to your circumstances. However, you may fit into more than one and the university will consider applicants against each of the relevant criteria.
Certain conditions apply. For more information refer to Appendix 4 of the University's Selection and Entry policy.
This program is for students of the University of South Australia studying in Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Nuclear Medicine) with a competitive GPA.
This program is for students of the University of South Australia studying in the Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Nuclear Medicine) with a competitive GPA.
1Results in Clinical Sciences - 2018 Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA). 2ComparED (QILT) Graduate Outcomes Survey 2021-23– Full-time Employment Indicator (Domestic Undergraduate). SA public universities. 3Ranked #43, 2024 THE Young University Rankings.
Unleash your unstoppable career in the rewarding and highly specialised field of nuclear medicine.
As a professional nuclear medicine technician, you will be responsible for preparing and administering radioactive substances to patients to evaluate the function of an organ and diagnose and treat disease. You will also work as part of an interprofessional team to deliver life-changing outcomes for patients.
We offer South Australia’s only degree to become an accredited nuclear medicine professional, and will prepare you to confidently join the workforce through a mixture of practical, theoretical, and industry learning.
This honours degree is only available to students studying the Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Nuclear Medicine) who have met the grade point average (GPA) requirements and have been made an offer into the degree.
Students who undertake activities where interaction with patients/the public is required for their degree, such as field or clinical placements/visits and in University clinics and gyms, must demonstrate they meet mandatory pre-placement conditional requirements. These include criminal history clearance, a Working with Children Check and immunisation requirements.
Please visit the Clinical Placement Unit for information on key requirements, and to access the full student checklists.
All students enrolled in a program leading to professional registration must be registered with the relevant national board. The registration process is undertaken by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) with the University providing notification to AHPRA following enrolment in the program.
Nuclear medicine technologists need to know how to confidently prepare and administer radioactive substances (radiopharmaceuticals), to evaluate the function of an organ or body system and diagnose and/or treat diseases. Throughout your degree, you’ll learn how to work with radioactive substances, and complement your clinical skills with valuable interpersonal skills such as communication and collaboration.
During your first year you’ll focus on basic sciences at the core of the study and practice of medical radiation science. You’ll cover a range of topics, including anatomy, physiology, pathology and radiation physics. These core subjects offer an introduction to medical radiation and the scientific principles surrounding it.
Applying these concepts to professional practice occurs through clinical placements, which begin in your second year and continue through third and fourth year.
You’ll also take part in regular pre-clinical preparation workshops to further extend your skills as you move into advanced areas of practice.
As part of the honours component, you’ll complete an honours project under the supervision of an experienced researcher, and report on this project through a thesis and oral presentation. This will allow you to develop advanced research skills and complete training courses in research methods and ethics.
Graduating with an honours degree will set you apart from the crowd, ensuring you have a competitive edge and are well-placed for a career in industry, research or further postgraduate study.
UniSA’s industry-led teaching methods offer you extensive practical learning opportunities, coupled with the support and mentoring from award-winning teaching staff and academics. You’ll study a curriculum informed by above world-class research.1
You’ll get plenty of practical experience ensuring you graduate career-ready, using our specialised equipment and computer systems. This is complemented by more than 1,400 hours of practical work placements in Adelaide metropolitan, rural and interstate settings, ensuring you graduate career ready.
You’ll graduate with eligibility to register with the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia (MRPBA).
1Results in Clinical Sciences - 2018 Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA).
Medical radiation professionals are in high demand across South Australia and interstate,1 with strong application into international industry. You may work in a variety of settings, including hospitals and private clinics, medical equipment companies, or can continue into research.
A successful nuclear medicine professional should enjoy working with people and technology, helping sick or injured people, working a variety of hours, be interested in the human body, being challenged by new ideas, and being part of a team.
Upon graduating, you’ll be eligible for registration with APHRA and can work as a:
Through further postgraduate study or on-the-job training, you may upskill into roles like:
1 Australian Government National Skills Commission Employment Projections 2021.
Graduates are eligible to apply for general registration with the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia (MRPBA).
This honours degree is only available to students studying the Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Nuclear Medicine) who have met the grade point average (GPA) requirements and have been made an offer into the degree.
Every year, over 2,500 UniSA students are supported in their studies through scholarships and grants worth millions of dollars. Check out the scholarships below. One of them may be perfect for you. Visit our scholarships page for more.
Recipients can get a 50% reduction on tuition fees for up to four years of full-time study for selected degrees.
Recipients can get a 15% reduction on tuition fees for the duration of their chosen degree.
As a UniSA student, you will have unique access to work placement opportunities, overseas study tours and exchanges, networking events, internships, guest speakers and more.
Our campuses are equipped with state-of-the-art facilities including modern lecture theatres, libraries, workshops and laboratories, as well as spaces that simulate real work environments. These are all supported by the latest technologies and a 24/7 online learning platform. We have health services on campus, gymnasiums, technology zones and great student lounges. You will also gain access to a range of community clinics, which provide professional and cost effective services in areas of health, business, law and psychology. There are campus sport activities to keep you active, and if you are keen to explore the social side of university life, there are movies, cooking demonstrations, parties and lots more.
Adelaide also has a variety of accommodation options to suit different requirements and budgets. Options include dedicated student accommodation and private rentals. See our long-term accommodation pages, or explore our student accommodation by Scape on Bank Street in Adelaide’s lively cultural precinct, an ideal location for students. It is within easy reach of UniSA’s city and metropolitan campuses, Rundle Mall shopping, the Central Market, Chinatown, and the West End’s vibrant nightlife. It is also across the road from the Adelaide train station, and on bus and tram routes.
You’ll have access to industry-standard, on-campus computer software packages for image manipulation. You’ll work with specialised equipment and computer systems in dedicated teaching spaces.
You’ll also be able to use a range of shared on-campus spaces including modern lecture theatres, collaborative teaching rooms, and relaxed student lounges.
I have over 20 years of professional experience in local and international clinical practice as well as in academia. I’m interested in the application of innovative learning and teaching methodologies within the clinical and academic learning environments, and how these environments interconnect.
There are a number of ways to apply to study UniSA's undergraduate and postgraduate coursework degrees.
You can access our online International Application System through our How to Apply page. The International Application System is an easy and secure online application and acceptance process. You will have visibility of your application through the secure online portal with the ability to download offer documents, submit your acceptance and make a payment.
Alternatively you can submit an application through one of the University's registered Education Agents.
If you are completing an Australian year 12 qualification in Australia or overseas, or the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme in Australia, you must apply through SATAC http://www.satac.edu.au/.
If you are applying for the UniSA Study Abroad or Study Abroad Plus program, you can submit your application online here.
Postgraduate study by research
For information on applying to do postgraduate study by research, including Masters by Research, PhDs or Doctorates, please visit http://unisa.edu.au/resdegrees.
There is no closing date for submitting your application however the admissions process takes between one and three weeks from the date that we receive your application and all required supporting documentation.
If you are completing an Australian year 12 qualification in Australia or overseas, or the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme in Australia, you must apply through SATAC. Key dates for applications can be found here.
You may be eligible to receive credit or advanced standing for your chosen UniSA degree based on your previous studies, if they are in a related area at an equivalent or higher level. Receiving credit will reduce the number of courses you undertake within the degree, and may also reduce the overall duration of your degree.
The amount of credit you may be eligible to receive is assessed on a case-by-case basis by the Admissions team.
The best way to determine your eligibility to receive credit or advanced standing is to apply using our International Application System which can be found on our How to Apply page. You will need to supply detailed syllabus documents with your application.
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Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Nuclear Medicine) student Zoe, shares her experiences