Core module

• Applied Scientific Principles of MRI Level 7

  This distance learning module provides a comprehensive knowledge to the physical principles that underpin the safe use of Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI). This module introduces the student to both basic and then advanced scientific concepts. The student will also be introduced to aspects of general anatomy, physiology and pathology as they relate to Magnetic Resonance images. The module will expect students to relate the underlying physical principles of MRI to its use in clinical practice, particularly in terms of the development, adaptation and modification of scanning protocols.

• Essentials of MRI Clinical Practice of Level 7

  This distance learning module is designed to examine the theory and practice of clinical magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). The module is underpinned by the clinical experience of the student requiring an average of eighteen hours per week scanning in a suitable MRI unit. Experiential learning of the student is essential to the satisfactory completion of this module and this requirement arises from the rapid evolution of the specialty. Students will be expected to analyse, discuss and evaluate their own practice, specifically relating to protocols, patient management and technique in a broad range of examination areas. It is expected that the student will assess current protocols, suggesting and justifying possible modifications. Students will be required to draw upon knowledge gained from the Applied Science of Magnetic Resonance Imaging module and apply this to their clinical practice.

• Research Studies Level 7

  This distance learning module is designed to provide students with a critical overview of the main methodologies and designs applied to research within the broadened arena which compromises of Health and Social Care, professional practice, regulation and policy. It provides students with an opportunity to explore the theoretical dilemmas which underlie the process of inquiry and its relationship to practice. The module will prepare the students and provide a framework within which to select, evaluate and justify the research methods chosen by students for their research project. Learning will usually be with a group of students who bring different academic and/or professional interests to their study, thus providing a community of collaborative learning well suited to interdisciplinary exploration.

• Advanced Professional Decision Making Level 7

  The aim of this module is to advance the student's decision-making skills through critical reflection particularly in the area of advanced MRI practice. The demands of modern healthcare requires the development of roles for confident autonomous practitioners, who possess the knowledge and skills to implement complex decisions in a rapidly changing environment and to play key roles in service development. This is particularly important in advanced practice and students will be encouraged to focus on new or advanced areas of practice and consider issues such as ethics, legislation and quality assurance. They will need to be able to utilise practical decision making skills within an area of advanced practice and to develop strategies to facilitate the implementation of the outcomes of the decision making process, either as an individual or within a team/organisation. The students will contextualise these skills to their own area of expertise.

• Major Project Level 7

  This module supports students in the preparation and submission of a Masters Stage Dissertation presented in a form equivalent to a maximum of 25,000 words.