Programmes
BSc in Medical Imaging (Diagnostic Ultrasound)
Program Code
BSC DGIULevel
undergraduateDuration
4 yearsOffered as
Generic
Program Description
Ultrasound (also called sonography or ultrasonography) is a non-invasive imaging test. An ultrasound picture is called a sonogram. Ultrasound uses high-frequency sound waves to create real-time pictures or video of internal organs or other soft tissues, such as blood vessels.
Ultrasound enables healthcare providers to “see” details of soft tissues inside your body without making any incisions (cuts). And unlike X-rays, ultrasound doesn’t use radiation.
Although most people associate ultrasound with pregnancy, healthcare providers use ultrasound for many different situations and to look at several different parts of the inside of your body.
Ultrasound enables healthcare providers to “see” details of soft tissues inside your body without making any incisions (cuts). And unlike X-rays, ultrasound doesn’t use radiation.
Although most people associate ultrasound with pregnancy, healthcare providers use ultrasound for many different situations and to look at several different parts of the inside of your body.
Structure of the program
Sem 1
-General Biology
-General Biology
-General Chemistry I
-Physics (Mechanics & Thermal Properties of Matter)
-Algebra and Trigonometry
-Language & Communication
-Introduction to Computer Application
Sem 2
-Computer Programming
-Computer Programming
-Human Anatomy & Physiology I
-General Chemistry II
-Physics II (Electricity, Magnetism, Vibration & Waves
-Calculus I
-Technical and Business Communication
Sem 3
-Fundamentals of Diagnostic Imaging and Professionalism
-Fundamentals of Diagnostic Imaging and Professionalism
-Human Anatomy and Physiology I
-Ultrasound Physics 1 & Equipment
-Patient Care for Sonographers
-Pathology for Sonographers I
-Ultrasound Scanning Protocols & Techniques I (Theory & Practicum) Abd & Gynae
- Clinical Practice I (WIL)
Sem 4
-Ultrasound physics & Equipment II
-Ultrasound physics & Equipment II
-Human Anatomy and Physiology II
-Pathology for Sonographers II
-Ultrasound Protocols & Techniques II (Theory & Practicum) (Obstetrics and Small Part)
-Biological Effects & Ultrasound Safety
-Imaging Technologies
-Ultrasound Clinical Practice II (WIL)
Sem 5
-Applied Sociology
-Applied Sociology
-Business Management & Entrepreneurship
-Ultrasound Protocols & Techniques III (Advanced Obstetrics)
-Specialized Ultrasound I (Adult & Paediatric Echocardiography)
-Advanced Computer Studies
-Research Methodology
-Clinical Practice II (WIL)
Sem 6
-Specialised Ultrasound II (Vascular & Neonatal Neurosonography)
-Specialised Ultrasound II (Vascular & Neonatal Neurosonography)
-Ultrasound Scanning Protocols & Techniques I (Theory & Practicum) Advanced Obstetrics
-Applied Psychology
-Biostatistics
-Ultrasound Protocols & Techniques IV (Paeds abd)
-Protocols & Techniques (Report Writing & Terminology
-Ultrasound Clinical Practice IV (WIL)
Sem 7
-Specialised Ultrasound (MSK)
-Specialised Ultrasound (MSK)
-Research project
-Quality Assurance in Ultrasound
-Ultrasound Management and Strategies
-New Ultrasound Imaging Technologies
-Interventional Ultrasound
-Basic Radiographic Densities & Pathology
Sem 8
-Comprehensive WIL II (Vascular Sonography)
-Comprehensive WIL II (Vascular Sonography)
-Comprehensive WIL II (Peadiatric Sonography)
-Comprehensive WIL (Echocardiography)
-Comprehensive WIL (Small Part Ultrasound)
-Comprehensive WIL (Abdomen Ultrasound)
-Comprehensive WIL (Obstetrics & Gynaecology)
-Comprehensive (Neonatal Neurosonography)
Malawians
Government Sponsored
650,000 MWK
per year
Self Sponsored
1,250,000 MWK
per year
SADC Citizen
Total Fees
450,000 USD
per year
Non-SADC Citizen
Total Fees
500,000 USD
per year
Eligibility
Required Certificates: MSCE, IGCSE, A-Level or any equivalent.
A. The MSCE applicants must have CREDITS in SIX subjects including English. In addition, they should have FOUR (4) POINTS OR LESS in each of the following subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, & Mathematics.
B. Applicants with IGSCE certificates must have a Grade C, B or A in the following subjects: English 2. Physics 3. Chemistry 4 Biology 5. Mathematics.
C. Applicants with A-Level certificates must have a C Grade in English at IGCSE Level and have the following grades for any THREE of these subjects at A-Level:
Mathematics – Minimum B
Physics and – Minimum B
Chemistry – Minimum C
Biology – Minimum C
Applicants with A-Level certificate will join in second year.
A. The MSCE applicants must have CREDITS in SIX subjects including English. In addition, they should have FOUR (4) POINTS OR LESS in each of the following subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, & Mathematics.
B. Applicants with IGSCE certificates must have a Grade C, B or A in the following subjects: English 2. Physics 3. Chemistry 4 Biology 5. Mathematics.
C. Applicants with A-Level certificates must have a C Grade in English at IGCSE Level and have the following grades for any THREE of these subjects at A-Level:
Mathematics – Minimum B
Physics and – Minimum B
Chemistry – Minimum C
Biology – Minimum C
Applicants with A-Level certificate will join in second year.