Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences (Management and Leadership) is designed to prepare professionals with advanced knowledge and skills in managing radiology departments and leading healthcare teams in the field of radiology.

This Management and Leadership pathway combines a comprehensive curriculum that encompasses topics such as healthcare administration, financial management, quality improvement, human resources, and strategic planning, with a focus on radiological imaging services.

On our Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences (Management and Leadership) pathway, you will gain a deep understanding of the unique challenges and complexities of radiology operations and develop leadership competencies necessary for effective decision-making, communication, and team management. Through a blend of theoretical coursework, practical projects, and experiential learning, our graduates emerge as competent and visionary leaders capable of driving organisation success, implementing best practices, and ensuring the highest standards of patient care and safety in radiology departments.

Entry Requirements

Applicants for the Management and Leadership pathway must: 

• Have a primary honours degree (NFQ, Level 8), in any discipline 
• Provide written evidence of support from their line manager stating: 
  • that the applicant is in an appropriate role for the entire duration of their course. 
  • that the applicant will have access to diagnostic or imaging equipment at their workplace. 
  • details of a suitable ‘named’ clinical mentor

Modules: Postgraduate Certificate (Management and Leadership)

RA6018 System Thinking, Lean & Quality Science (10 credits)

Elective (5 credits)

Elective (5 credits)

RA6019 Clinical Practice (A) (10 credits)

Modules: Postgraduate Diploma (Management and Leadership)

RA6018 System Thinking, Lean & Quality Science (10 credits)

Elective (5 credits)

Elective (5 credits)

RA6019 Clinical Practice (A) (10 credits)

NU6310 Implementation of Evidence-Based Practice for Quality Improvement in Healthcare (10 credits)

RA6031 Modelling & Simulation in Healthcare (10 credits)

RA6028 Clinical Practice (B) (10 credits)

Modules: MSc (Management and Leadership)

RA6018 System Thinking, Lean & Quality Science (10 credits)

Elective (5 credits)

Elective (5 credits)

RA6019 Clinical Practice (A) (10 credits)

NU6310 Implementation of Evidence-Based Practice for Quality Improvement in Healthcare (10 credits)

RA6031 Modelling & Simulation in Healthcare (10 credits)

RA6028 Clinical Practice (B) (10 credits)

NU6304 Advanced Research Methods Applied to Healthcare (10 credits)

RA6012 Research Dissertation (20 credits)