Computed Tomography

The course aims to provide a solid foundation in the principles and theoretical concepts of CT imaging and an understanding of how these concepts are applied in clinical practice. The programme provides an opportunity to develop reflective, problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

Criteria for standard entry applicants

• This programme is open to any radiographer with at least one year post qualification experience and Department of Health approval to practise radiography in Ireland, or Health Professions Council approval to practise radiography in the UK and Northern Ireland.
• All candidates are required to undertake a minimum of three months of clinical experience in CT scanning prior to commencing the course and provide documented evidence of the same. All candidates must arrange their own clinical placement and provide evidence of an agreement to spend a minimum of 620 hours gaining practical experience in CT over the duration of the programme.
• Candidates are required to arrange for a suitably qualified clinical supervisor to oversee their clinical experience. Details must be provided to the Academic Programme Co-ordinator during the first week of course.
• A clinical hours declaration form must be signed by your Radiographic Services Manager, indicating an agreement to provide the requisite number of clinical hours during the course and confirming the requisite pre-clinical hours declaration form (available below). This must be submitted together with other necessary documentation specified in the online application process. You may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), as UCD recognises formal, informal, and/or experiential learning. RPL may be awarded to gain Admission and/or credit exemptions on a programme. Please visit the UCD Registry RPL web page for further information at: https://www.ucd.ie/registry/prospectivestudents/admissions/rpl/ Any exceptions are also listed on this webpage.