Professional Development

Applications

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Assessment

Assessment for this module comprises a Clinical Portfolio of Evidence (a practice-based portfolio) and a 2,000 word written assignment which will be used to assess the achievement of the learning outcomes.

Content

The module syllabus typically includes opportunities for you to either cover or perform a wide range of MRI examinations in clinical practice, thereby gaining practical knowledge and understanding of:

• Examination design considerations, including the rationale for the use, adaptation, and development of MR acquisition protocols.
• Patient care and management.
• Clinical applications of MRI and MRI safety.
• Understanding how pathology and normal variants appear on MR images and how these relate to the use of MRI in clinical practice.
• Relevant guidelines.
• Clinical governance, service evaluation, and audit.
• Reflective practice.
• Critical appraisal of published literature.
• Clinical protocols.
• Appraisal of the use of contrast agents, both IV and oral, within MRI, including risk/benefit issues and management of adverse reactions.

Course Director

To be confirmed

E-mail

pd@uwe.ac.uk

Entry Requirements

You will need to have radiography professional qualification or relevant clinical MRI experience.

You will not be able to access this module if you do not have a Mentor and/or Departmental support to complete the necessary appraisals, log-numbers and monthly reports. Please contact the module leader if you have any queries relating to this.

Introduction

This online, practice-based 30 credit module, Fundamental Applications of Magnetic Resonance Imaging, is designed to provide you with essential knowledge to support and develop your clinical practice in MRI. 

The module focuses on enhancing understanding of MRI protocols, safety, and patient management. Topics covered include protocol optimisation, patient care, legal and ethical considerations, and the effective use of MRI technology in both diagnostic and treatment settings. By completing this module, students will be able to apply their knowledge safely and effectively, contributing to high-quality patient care.

On successful completion of this level 7 (Masters level) module, you will be able to:

• critically evaluate MRI protocols and procedures across various anatomical regions to enhance diagnostic accuracy and patient outcomes.    
• demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of the legal, ethical, and organisational aspects of MRI practice, ensuring alignment with professional standards and governance structures.    
• appraise and apply contemporary MRI research to inform and innovate within clinical practice, incorporating evidence-based approaches to improve service delivery.    
• justify the role of MRI within patient management, emphasising safety, clinical impact, and the integration of MRI into the broader diagnostic framework.

Learning and Teaching

Keynote lectures, but not be limited to, asynchronous delivery of lecture material through narrated presentations, notes and other guided reading, VLE discussion board fora with specific objectives, workplace tasks, and other study tasks deemed appropriate to the development of student knowledge.

Formative feedback on allocated study tasks will be provided.

Study facilities

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If the course you are applying for is fully online or blended learning, please note that you are expected to provide your own headsets/microphones.

Telephone

+44 (0)117 32 81158

Title

30 credit level 7 module