Bachelor of Preclinical Foundations of Imaging Science

A sonographer is a highly skilled medical imaging professional who operates an ultrasound machine to perform diagnostic medical sonographic examinations. The demand for ultrasound as a first line investigation has increased across all care settings, creating a shortage of sonographers in Australia. In this course, youll acquire knowledge and skills in applied anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology, application and operation of ultrasound imaging systems, ultrasound image recognition and comprehension, patient assessment, and more.

Campus
Duration
Fees
ATAR

Joondalup

Full-time - 3 years

Part-time - 5 years

N/A
80

Structure

Total Credit Points 360

Subjects

  • Anatomy and Physiology
  • Sectional Anatomy and Comparative Imaging
  • Introduction to Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound
  • Health Communication
  • Introduction to Pathophysiology
  • Foundations of Physics
  • Human Reproduction, Development and Ageing
  • Ultrasound Physics and Instruments
  • Ultrasound Superficial Structures and Small Parts
  • Renal and Pelvic Ultrasound
  • Upper Abdominal Ultrasound
  • Gynaecology and First Trimester Ultrasound
  • Indigenous Health
  • Vascular Doppler Ultrasound
  • Ultrasound of the Musculoskeletal System
  • Introductory Sonography Clinical Placement
  • Second and Third Trimester Obstetric Ultrasound
  • Safety and Quality in Healthcare
  • Intermediate Sonography Clinical Placement

Entry requirements

  • AQF Diploma or equivalent
  • Undergraduate Certificate
  • Successfully completed 0.5 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent)
  • Special Tertiary Admissions Test
  • University Preparation Course
  • Indigenous University Orientation Course or
  • Aboriginal University Readiness Assessment.

Recognition

Accredited by: ASAR: Australian Sonographer Accreditation Registry