Award in Radiography (Clinical Practice) for Graduates of non-EU/EEA Radiography Programmes

MQF Level

Duration and Credits

3 Semesters

20 ECTS

Mode of Study

Part-time Day

This course provides non-EU/EEA radiographers with clinical training across key imaging modalities: planar and dental X-ray, computed tomography (CT), and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). The course is mainly delivered through clinical practice and tutorial sessions and will emphasise the application of practical skills, safety protocols, optimisation, and patient care within each modality.

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Please check your eligibility to join this short course and time-tabling details with the Faculty of Health Sciences. The short course will only be delivered subject to a minimum number of applications being received.

Information for International applicants

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The Course shall be open to applicants in possession of a qualification in Radiography deemed suitable by the Board of Studies and recognized at least at Level 6 on the Malta and European Qualifications Frameworks.

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Semester 2 and Summer Period

Compulsory Unit (All students must register for this/these unit/s)

RAD4037*	Clinical Imaging Practice: Computed Tomography (CT) and Contrast Enhanced Imaging	3 ECTS
RAD4132*	Clinical Imaging Practice 10: Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)	3 ECTS
RAD4134*	Clinical Imaging Practice 12: Reaching Proficiency in Planar X-Ray Imaging	4 ECTS
* Study-units RAD4037, RAD4132, RAD4134 start in Semester 2, continue in the Summer Period and end in Semester 1 of the next academic year.

This programme of study is governed by the Regulations for Micro-credentials, 2024.

By the end, you will:

Demonstrate competence in performing routine planar and dental X-ray, CT, and MRI examinations
Describe and apply safety standards for radiation and magnetic fields to ensure patient and staff protection
Optimise imaging parameters for diagnostic examinations
Explain modality-specific protocols and procedures in clinical settings
Effectively communicate with and care for patients before, during and after the imaging procedure
Effectively manage the room and lead the imaging procedures being performed

Non EU Applicants:

In academic year 2025/2026, the course is offered exclusively to TCN radiographers employed by the Ministry of Health and Active Ageing

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Completion of this micro-credential award enhances your clinical competence across key imaging modalities in a supervised practice setting. The skills and experience gained can support career progression, role expansion, and improved employability within hospitals and diagnostic imaging services.

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