Course Summary
The aim of the MSc (Ultrasound) is to develop ultrasonographers who can respond to the dynamic needs of the profession, the health service and its users. To this end the programme will develop professional competencies by integrating the following domains: high level clinical skills; specialist theoretical knowledge; and advanced key skills. These embedded advanced key skills include simulator and practical training, teamwork, problem solving, leadership, communication, self- directed learning, information literacy, self-evaluation and applied research.
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Career Sectors
This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.
Entry Requirements
This course is mainly suited to radiographers and midwives. In order to apply, applicants must be employed by or attached to a clinical ultrasound department in Ireland for the duration of the programme.
Am I eligible for this course?
Overview
This course is mainly suited to radiographers and midwives. In order to apply applicants must be employed by or attached to a clinical ultrasound department in Ireland.
A clinical ultrasound supervisor with postgraduate ultrasound qualifications must provide written agreement to supervise the applicant. Applicants must provide evidence from their employer that they are in a position to gain a minimum of 1000 hours clinical ultrasound experience, divided proportionately between the specialisms they have selected to study.
All applications are reviewed on a case by case basis by the programme coordinator and should further information be required the applicant will be informed.
NB: In addition applicants must submit a logbook which should demonstrate a minimum of three months pre-course ultrasound experience.
International applications
International applicants must have written agreement with a clinical ultrasound department in Ireland to provide clinically supervised practice for the duration of the programme. UCD cannot arrange the clinical placements required for this programme. Three months pre-course clinical experience must be obtained and this may take place in the student's home country prior to the programme. The 1000 hours clinical ultrasound practice required during the programme must be in an Irish hospital.
Information on studying at UCD as international students is available at https://www.ucd.ie/global/study-at-ucd/
Application Details
To Apply Online
Click on the www.ucd.ie/apply link and follow the steps outlined. The “Application Type” is Graduate Taught Courses. Fill in your personal details, and when asked about the “Programme Choice”, select Ultrasound (MSc in Med) X545.
Having paid the application fee and received an e-mail receipt, you must continue to complete the application process by pressing “submit”. An e-mail confirming successful application will be sent to you within 24 hours. A detailed, step-by step guide to the online application process is available at www.ucd.ie/apply.
Your application may not be considered until all the requested documentation has been received. - All required documents must be submitted electronically via the application portal. We cannot accept application documents via email. - If your application is incomplete at the time of assessment, it may be invalidated and you may not be considered.
Documentation for the September intake will be accepted from April onwards. You can track the status of your documentation online. Log in to your account & click on your submitted application. This will bring up an application summary. The application requirements are listed at the bottom of the summary.
Next Intake: September annually.
Fees
Click on the www.ucd.ie/apply link and follow the steps outlined. The “Application Type” is Graduate Taught Courses. Fill in your personal details, and when asked about the “Programme Choice”, select Ultrasound (MSc in Med) X545.
Having paid the application fee and received an e-mail receipt, you must continue to complete the application process by pressing “submit”. An e-mail confirming successful application will be sent to you within 24 hours. A detailed, step-by step guide to the online application process is available at www.ucd.ie/apply.
Your application may not be considered until all the requested documentation has been received. - All required documents must be submitted electronically via the application portal. We cannot accept application documents via email. - If your application is incomplete at the time of assessment, it may be invalidated and you may not be considered.
Documentation for the September intake will be accepted from April onwards. You can track the status of your documentation online. Log in to your account & click on your submitted application. This will bring up an application summary. The application requirements are listed at the bottom of the summary.
International applications
International applicants must have written agreement with a clinical ultrasound department in Ireland to provide clinically supervised practice for the duration of the programme. UCD cannot arrange the clinical placements required for this programme. Three months pre-course clinical experience must be obtained and this may take place in the student's home country prior to the programme. The 1000 hours clinical ultrasound practice required during the programme must be in an Irish hospital.
The Student
Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.
Investigative
The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.
Realist
Realists are usually interested in 'things' - such as buildings, mechanics, equipment, tools, electronics etc. Their primary focus is dealing with these - as in building, fixing, operating or designing them. Involvement in these areas leads to high manual skills, or a fine aptitude for practical design - as found in the various forms of engineering.
Realists like to find practical solutions to problems using tools, technology and skilled work. Realists usually prefer to be active in their work environment, often do most of their work alone, and enjoy taking decisive action with a minimum amount of discussion and paperwork.