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Please see the module list for more details.
PG Dip:
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MSc & PGDip: portfolio of clinical studies, audit and experiments and an unseen clinical exam for Practical module; report on research project and short oral exam for Research module.
Nuclear Medicine: Science & Practice
|MSc/PG Dip/PG Cert
|Part Time, Full Time
| Admissions status: OpenSTRUCTURE OVERVIEW
Core programme content
MSc, PG Dip & PG Cert:
- Clinical Practice
- Radiopharmaceutical & Regulatory Issues.
MSc only:
- Scientific Basis
- Diagnostic Nuclear Oncology & Radionuclide Therapy
- Practical
- Research.
Please see the module list for more details.
Indicative non-core content
PG Dip & PG Cert:
- Scientific Basis
- Diagnostic Nuclear Oncology & Radionuclide Therapy.
PG Dip:
- Practical
- Research.
Please see the module list for more details.
FORMAT AND ASSESSMENT
MSc, PG Dip & PG Cert: unseen written exams and essays for taught modules; MSc & PGDip: portfolio of clinical studies, audit and experiments and an unseen clinical exam for Practical module; report on research project and short oral exam for Research module.
MODULES
More information on typical programme modules.
NB it cannot be guaranteed that all modules are offered in any particular academic year.
NB it cannot be guaranteed that all modules are offered in any particular academic year.
Module code: 7MIGMP01
Credit level: 7
This course provides a comprehensive systemic training in non-imaging and imaging diagnostic nuclear medicine. Students will develop an understanding of the theory of diagnostic studies through a programme of lectures and self-directed learning.
Credit level: 7
This course provides a comprehensive systemic training in non-imaging and imaging diagnostic nuclear medicine. Students will develop an understanding of the theory of diagnostic studies through a programme of lectures and self-directed learning.
Module code: 7MIGMP04
Credit level: 7
This course provides students with an understanding of the basic principles of radionuclide therapy, radiation protection and radiation biology.
The course will include training in the protection requirements of clinical practice in thyroid cancer, neuro-endocrine tumours, bone metastases, benign joint disease, radio-immuno and radio-peptide therapy through a programme of lectures, tutorials and demonstrations. The students will acquire the knowledge necessary to undertake radionuclide therapy in a safe and appropriate manner.
Credit level: 7
This course provides students with an understanding of the basic principles of radionuclide therapy, radiation protection and radiation biology.
The course will include training in the protection requirements of clinical practice in thyroid cancer, neuro-endocrine tumours, bone metastases, benign joint disease, radio-immuno and radio-peptide therapy through a programme of lectures, tutorials and demonstrations. The students will acquire the knowledge necessary to undertake radionuclide therapy in a safe and appropriate manner.
Module code: 7MIGMP06
Credit level: 7
This course provides students with a scientifically rigorous research experience through undertaking a piece of research work and writing a report of the findings including a relevant literature review and appropriate statistical analysis.
Credit level: 7
This course provides students with a scientifically rigorous research experience through undertaking a piece of research work and writing a report of the findings including a relevant literature review and appropriate statistical analysis.
Module code: 7MIGMP05
Credit level: 7
This course provides practical training in nuclear medicine through attachments in approved (regulated and monitored) service departments. Students will develop an understanding of the practical aspects of clinical nuclear medicine and its scientific base. This will include patient preparation, study acquisition and processing and practical issues associated with therapy through a programme of supervised practice and exercises.
Credit level: 7
This course provides practical training in nuclear medicine through attachments in approved (regulated and monitored) service departments. Students will develop an understanding of the practical aspects of clinical nuclear medicine and its scientific base. This will include patient preparation, study acquisition and processing and practical issues associated with therapy through a programme of supervised practice and exercises.
Module code: 7MIGMP02
Credit level: 7
This course will describe the scientific basis of radiopharmacy and its application to nuclear medicine functions in the UK. Health and safety legislation and the regulatory bodies concerned with radioactive materials will also be covered. On completion of the course, students will have an understanding of the principles of radiopharmaceutical design, an appreciation of the practical aspects of radiopharmacy operation and a knowledge of regulatory control in nuclear medicine. Assessment is by written examination and coursework.
Credit level: 7
This course will describe the scientific basis of radiopharmacy and its application to nuclear medicine functions in the UK. Health and safety legislation and the regulatory bodies concerned with radioactive materials will also be covered. On completion of the course, students will have an understanding of the principles of radiopharmaceutical design, an appreciation of the practical aspects of radiopharmacy operation and a knowledge of regulatory control in nuclear medicine. Assessment is by written examination and coursework.
Module code: 7MIGMP03
Credit level: 7
Assessment: written examination/s; coursework;
This course will describe the scientific basis of nuclear medicine and its practical application to nuclear medicine. It will also cover the equipment used, statistical methods and the role of computing in the acquisition, processing, display and communication of nuclear medicine studies. On completion of the course, students will have a strong scientific base for the understanding of the practical aspects of nuclear medicine. Assessment is by written examination and coursework.
Credit level: 7
Assessment: written examination/s; coursework;
This course will describe the scientific basis of nuclear medicine and its practical application to nuclear medicine. It will also cover the equipment used, statistical methods and the role of computing in the acquisition, processing, display and communication of nuclear medicine studies. On completion of the course, students will have a strong scientific base for the understanding of the practical aspects of nuclear medicine. Assessment is by written examination and coursework.
KEY FACTS
Programme leader/s
Professor Valerie Lewington
Awarding institution
King's College London
Credit value (UK/ECTS equivalent)
UK 195/ECTS 97.5
Duration
MSc and PG Dip: one year FT, two years PT, October to September; PG Cert: seven months FT; 19 months PT: October to May.
Location
Based at St Thomas’ and Guy’s campuses, some components may take place off-campus.
Student destinations
Students continue to work in a range of nuclear medicine services.
Year of entry 2013
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