Academic learning is complemented by industrial and practical experiences for students. These include a cooperative education program with industry, student projects undertaken jointly with industry, and clinical attachments in the medical science and technology fields. Courses combine scientific knowledge and professional competence with skills in areas such as problem-solving, communication, and team work. Undergraduate programs are offered in a number of areas including medical science, medical radiation technology, life sciences, chemistry, physics, mathematics, geology, ecology, and environmental science. Numerous courses are flexible, enabling students to tailor their studies to a range of career paths, and it is possible to include a specialisation in biodiversity, forensic science, materials science, or medical and health physics.
Students can combine science with other disciplines by doing one of nine double degrees on offer.
Mathematics B. Knowledge of at least one of the Sciences is desirable. Clinical experience in hospitals is an important component of the course. Graduates who complete the Medical Imaging Technology major become members of teams in radiology departments in hospitals, private radiology practices and health departments. Medical imaging technologists are responsible for producing radiographs ensuring that the radiograph is of a high quality. They may also be involved in obtaining medical images using alternative imaging.