Master of Science in Medical Diagnostic Imaging

The course provides the necessary advanced physics background of CT and MRI that underpins day-to-day medical imaging physics activities through these devices. It is aimed to be of benefit to postgraduate students to deepen or advance their understanding of the CT and MRI physics in medical imaging. Coverage of instrumentations and hardware component is given at advanced level.

For students outside the Statistics Program wishing to obtain an introduction to statistical methods for data analysis. This course provides fundamentals of probability and statistics for data analysis in research. Topics include data collection, exploratory data analysis, random variables, common discrete and continuous distributions, sampling distributions, estimation, confidence intervals, hypothesis tests, elementary simulation and bootstrapping, distribution-free techniques, linear regression, analysis of variance, two-way tables, and data analysis using statistical software. Formal modeling of data and formal inference will be covered.

The course aims to enhance students' soft skills, including teamwork, advanced communication, leadership and change management, within the context of medical imaging practices. Through the provision of conceptual frameworks, students will gain an understanding of planning, implementing, and evaluating actual evidence-based organizational change initiatives tailored to the unique requirements of the medical imaging workplace. In addition, the course aims to foster the practical application of knowledge to promote sustainability, innovation and entrepreneurship within the field of medical imaging.

Prerequisite: 5002110 Statistics and Data Analysis

The aim of this course is to develop students' ability to critically understand and conceptualize the process of research within the context of health and social care. This will include issues of methodology, methods, data analysis, data management, ethics, and governance. This content will provide students with the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to provide the highest quality of evidence-based practice within the health and social care systems. Students will have the opportunity to acquire a critical and practical understanding of research methods and refine skills in critical appraisal and project planning. The students should be able to orally disseminate and defend their scientific research concepts and improve their communication and presentation skills.

Prerequisite: 5002105 Advanced Physics and Instrumentation of CT & MRI

Central Nervous System (CNS) Imaging is a course that focuses on the CT and MR imaging techniques used to visualize and diagnose various disorders of the CNS. By the end of this course, participants will possess a thorough understanding of the different central nervous system imaging methods and their usage in clinical settings and will have the ability to competently apply these techniques for the diagnosis and treatment of CNS disorders. Along with lectures and readings, the course will also offer hands-on practical sessions where the students will have the chance to implement their newly acquired knowledge to real-life scenarios and examine images.

Prerequisite: 5002105 Advanced Physics and Instrumentation of CT & MRI

This course aims to provide the student with a comprehensive knowledge of viscera cross-sectional imaging (CT and MRI), focusing on the thorax, abdomen, and pelvis (respiratory, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, urinary, reproductive, and autonomic nervous systems). Students should advance their knowledge and skills from request interpretation protocol selection, modification, contrast media, image production, analysis, and anatomy to differentiate between normal images and pathological conditions. In CT, students should be able to ably ALARA, exam justifications, optimization, and adhere to the DRL level.

Prerequisite: 5002105 Advanced Physics and Instrumentation of CT & MRI

This course details the theoretical and practical considerations required to perform a basic musculoskeletal (MSK) using computed tomography and magnetic resonance examination, with particular reference to the appendicular and axial system. Students will be able to recognize normal anatomy and pathologies, especially the sport and trauma related, tailor and modify the examination protocol accordingly to achieve the highest image quality and lowest radiation dose, and critically evaluate the final images. Students will also be aware of appropriate patient care.

Prerequisite: 5002105 Advanced Physics and Instrumentation of CT & MRI

This course will introduce and advance the students clinical skills in two imaging modalities: CT and MRI. The students should be able to practice wide range of CT and MRI examinations and perform patient preparation, protocol and parameters selection and/or modification, image reconstruction, and differentiate the pathological appearance and normal anatomy variation. The students should apply safe practice in both modalities and show a competent reflection, presentation and communication skills.

Prerequisite: 5002110 Statistics and Data Analysis

The objective of this course is for students to conduct a thesis research project in the CT & MRI, completing their Master's program experiences and certifying their status as master practitioners. Over the program semesters, students will develop a research question, research hypothesis and research design to identify the appropriate research topic in CT & MRI with faculty supervisor(s). The students write research proposal and apply for University Committee to get the necessary approval prior to commencing working on their research. At the end of the practical work, the students write their theses under the supervision of their advisors. The students will present their findings to the examination committee where they defend their results.

Prerequisite: 5002110 Statistics and Data Analysis

The course provides the advanced physics background of Ultrasound Imaging (USI) that underpins day-to-day medical imaging physics activities through USI devices. It is aimed to be of benefit to postgraduate students to deepen or advance their understanding of USI physics in medical imaging.

Prerequisite: 5002110 Statistics and Data Analysis

Prerequisite: 5002100 Advanced Physics and Instrumentation of Ultrasound

This course is designed for preparation for abdominal Sonography including abdominal anatomy, physiology, patient care, and imaging/interventional techniques. Emphasis will be placed on normal and abnormal vascular, hepatic, biliary, splenic, renal systems and associated sonographic patterns and peritoneal, retroperitoneal, gastrointestinal, superficial structures and associated sonographic patterns.

Prerequisite: 5002100 Advanced Physics and Instrumentation of Ultrasound

This course is designed for preparation for the gynecologic and obstetric ultrasound examination including fetal anatomy; physiology; patient care; and imaging/interventional techniques. Emphasis will be placed on normal and abnormal gynecologic anatomy, physiology, sonographic patterns, clinical history, physical assessment, and appropriate exam protocol.

Prerequisite: 5002100 Advanced Physics and Instrumentation of Ultrasound

This course provides the students with detailed information regarding the application of duplex, pulsed wave, color and power Doppler techniques in the investigation of the abdominal, intra and extra-cranial and peripheral vasculature.

Prerequisite: 5002100 Advanced Physics and Instrumentation of Ultrasound

This course will introduce and advance the students clinical skills in Ultrasound. The students should be able to practice wide range of Ultrasound examinations and perform patient preparation, scanning, and differentiate the pathological appearance and normal anatomy variation. The students should apply safe practice and show a component reflection, presentation and communication skills.

Prerequisite: 5002110 Statistics and Data Analysis

The objective of this course is for students to conduct a thesis research project in the ultrasound, completing their Master's program experiences and certifying their status as master practitioners. Over the program semesters, students will develop a research question, research hypothesis and research design to identify the appropriate research topic in ultrasound with faculty supervisor(s). The students write research proposal and apply for University Committee to get the necessary approval prior to commencing working on their research. At the end of the practical work, the students write their theses under the supervision of their advisors. The students will present their findings to the examination committee where they defend their results.

Prerequisite: 5002110 Statistics and Data Analysis

Prerequisite: 5002100 Advanced Physics and Instrumentation of Ultrasound

The course provides a comprehensive overview of the practical applications, techniques, and interpretation of MSK imaging. It covers scanning of all peripheral joints including short lectures on topics including basic physics, pathology case studies, integrating ultrasound into clinical practice, overview of clinical governance and regulation, presenting a business case for ultrasound, an introduction on ultrasound guided injections and appraising ultrasound as a diagnostic tool.

Prerequisite: 5002100 Advanced Physics and Instrumentation of Ultrasound

There are frequent situations arising in clinical practice where rapid bedside assessment using focused ultrasound techniques can help with the assessment of, and treatment planning for patients. In this situation, rapid ultrasound assessment by competent non-radiological clinician may be more appropriate than waiting for a formal ultrasound list during normal working hours. This course will enable the trainee to perform such an ultrasound examination.

Prerequisite: 5002105 Advanced Physics and Instrumentation of CT & MRI

Hybrid Imaging PET/SPECT/MRI is a medical imaging course that focuses on the integration of different imaging modalities to improve the diagnostic accuracy of diseases. This course covers the basics of Positron Emission Tomography (PET), Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT), and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and how they can be combined to provide a comprehensive view of the anatomy and physiology of the body. The goal of the course is to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively use hybrid imaging to enhance patient care. This course provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the various imaging modalities and their applications in medical diagnosis, enabling them to make informed decisions in the selection and interpretation of imaging studies for patient care.

Prerequisite: 5002105 Advanced Physics and Instrumentation of CT & MRI

The course aims to give the students a comprehensive understanding of the latest CT and MRI advanced applications within the modalities. The advanced CT technologies covered cardiac imaging, perfusion, and dose reduction technique. The advanced MRI technologies covered time-SLIP imaging, FASE - black blood imaging, steady-state free precession, contrast-improved angiography, and fresh blood imaging.

Prerequisite: 5002105 Advanced Physics and Instrumentation of CT & MRI

This course discusses the advanced scientific principles and techniques of radiation dose and image quality control in CT examinations. Students will develop their abilities to critically assess the performance of a wide range of CT technology through radiation dose and image quality control in CT applications. Students will develop their abilities towards enhanced clinical practices using high-quality practices through a control mechanism on radiation dose and dose optimization concepts.