Science and principles of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)

Who should attend this course?

The Science and principles of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) course is for radiographers who want to explore, reflect and develop their learning achieved through the day to day activities in radiographic professional practice.

The course can be taken as a stand alone module or as part of a postgraduate award.

If you take this course as part of a postgraduate award you need to be a qualified radiographer and have a degree or equivalent.

Course content

The Science and principles of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) course covers three key areas of MRI science:

Physics principles: This consists of the fundamental concepts related to MRI science, such as magnetism, atomic nuclei, spins, nuclear magnetic resonance, spin relaxation, image weighting (T1, T2, proton density), coils, gradients, magnet types, spatial encoding of the MR image, pulse sequences.

Safety: Bioeffects of RF, static and changing magnetic fields, legislation and guidance, effects of operator parameters, contra-indications, safety of contrast agents, claustrophobia, noise, cryogens, safety screening.

Image quality: Factors influencing signal to noise ratio, contrast and resolution, flow phenomena, MR angiography, k-space, artefacts and their reduction, equipment issues, gating, influence of parameters and pulse sequence types, fast scanning.

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How does this course map the NHS KSF?

This Science and principles of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) course contributes to the development of knowledge and understanding for:

• Core dimensions 2, 3, 5

Assessment

The assessment is combination of exams, coursework and a short presentation.

Why choose this course?

How to apply

Apply for the Science and principles of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) course

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Course fees

Credit level for this course: Postgraduate level 7 (15 credits)

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Contract funding for NHS staff

The University is contracted by the NHS to provide post-registration education/CPD and training for its health professionals.

If you are an NHS employee contact the senior manager responsible for post-registration education/CPD in your Trust to check if the course you wish to attend can be supported by the Trust's contract with our University.

Study routes

• Part Time

Locations

• University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield