Programme overview
Our Bachelor of Medical Imaging (Honours) (BMedImag(Hons)) offers extensive, hands-on clinical experiences to prepare you for a deeply rewarding, patient-centred career in an exciting and rapidly evolving profession.
Ours is the first undergraduate Medical Imaging programme to be offered by a university in New Zealand. It’s also the only honours degree in Medical Imaging.
Programme highlights:
- A Medical Imaging degree from Aotearoa New Zealand’s top ranked university*
- Support from experienced Medical Imaging Technologists (MITs) in radiology departments
- Graduate eligibility for registration with the New Zealand Medical Radiation Technologists Board (MRTB)
There are two application categories for entry into the BMedImag(Hons):
- Undergraduate entry: Undergraduate applicants may apply from either BSc at the University of Auckland or the HSFY at the University of Otago. You can apply as an Undergraduate applicant at the end of your first and/or second year of study in the Bachelor of Science.
- Graduate entry
Please note:
- Entry criteria may change every year.
- There is no direct entry from secondary school, school leavers are encouraged to apply under the First Year entry category.
- Shortlisted applicants will be subject to a Multiple Mini Interview (MMI).
- Special entry schemes are available for domestic students.
Programme structure
The Bachelor of Medical Imaging (Honours) is a four-year qualification (480 points).
You will initially need to complete the first year of a BSc, taking prescribed courses in Biology, Chemistry and Physics, as well as a General Education course.
In subsequent years (Parts II–IV) you will complete courses in radiographic positioning and image acquisition, the physical principles and technology of medical imaging, image optimisation and evaluation, patient care and safety, sectional imaging anatomy and pathology, professional and evidence-based practice, and specialised imaging.
You will also gain clinical experience in simulation labs, hospitals and private radiology facilities, and produce a final-year dissertation that develops your analytical and research skills in Medical Imaging.
Most students need to take one General Education course.
Students should also be aware of the University’s Academic English Language Requirement.
Sample programme structure
Part I 120 points
-
- Code:
- BIOSCI 101
- Name:
- Life! Origins and Mechanisms
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- BIOSCI 106
- Name:
- Foundations of Biochemistry
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- PHYSICS 160
- Name:
- Physics for the Life Sciences
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- POPLHLTH 111
- Name:
- Population Health
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- BIOSCI 107
- Name:
- Biology for Biomedical Science: Cellular Processes
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- CHEM 110
- Name:
- Chemistry of the Living World
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- MEDSCI 142
- Name:
- Biology for Biomedical Science: Organ Systems
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- WTRSCI 100
- Name:
- Waipapa Taumata Rau
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
Part II 120 points
-
- Code:
- MEDIMAGE 199
- Name:
- English Language Competency
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 0 pts
-
- Code:
- CLINIMAG 201
- Name:
- Radiographic Clinical Practice I
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- HLTHPSYC 122
- Name:
- Behaviour, Health and Development
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- MEDIMAGE 201
- Name:
- Fundamentals of Medical Imaging
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- MEDIMAGE 202
- Name:
- Medical Imaging Science
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- MEDIMAGE 203
- Name:
- Radiographic Imaging I
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- MEDSCI 201
- Name:
- Human Structure and Function
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- MEDSCI 203
- Name:
- Mechanisms of Disease
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- MEDSCI 205
- Name:
- The Physiology of Human Organ Systems
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
Part III 120 points
-
- Code:
- CLINIMAGE 303 A/B
- Name:
- Radiographic Clinical Practice 11
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 30 pts
-
- Code:
- MEDIMAGE 301
- Name:
- Radiographic Imaging II
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- MEDIMAGE 302
- Name:
- Sectional Imaging Anatomy and Pathology
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- MEDIMAGE 304
- Name:
- Advanced Radiographic Imaging
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- MEDIMAGE 305
- Name:
- Professional Practice in Medical Imaging
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- MEDIMAGE 306
- Name:
- Specialised Medical Imaging
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- MEDIMAGE 307
- Name:
- Research Methods
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
Part IV 120 points
-
- Code:
- CLINIMAG 402A/B
- Name:
- Radiographic Clinical Practice III
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 60 pts
-
- Code:
- MEDIMAGE 740A/B
- Name:
- Research in Medical Imaging
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 30 pts
-
- Code:
- CLINIMAG 707
- Name:
- CT Clinical Practice
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Code:
- MEDIMAGE 711
- Name:
- Musculoskeletal Trauma Image Evaluation
- Type:
- Compulsory core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
2024 entry requirements
My highest qualification is from:
Undergraduate Entry
To apply for BMedImag(Hons) as an undergraduate student, you must complete the first year of the Bachelor of Science (BSc) at the University of Auckland, or the Health Sciences First Year at the University of Otago. This must be completed on a full-time basis and must include the following courses:
Option A: Bachelor of Science (BSc), University of Auckland:
- CHEM110: Chemistry of the Living World
- BIOSCI107: Biology for Biomedical Science - Cellular Processes
- MEDSCI142: Biology for Biomedical Science - Organ Systems
- BIOSCI101: Life! Origins and Mechanisms
- PHYSICS160: Physics for the Life Sciences
- BIOSCI106: Foundations of Biochemistry
- POPLHLTH 111: Population Health
The remaining 15 points must comprise of:
- One 15 point General Education course listed in the Open or EMHSS Schedule (excluding BIOSCI100G, EXERSCI 100G, MEDSCI100G, MEDSCI101G, POPLHLTH103G, POPLHLTH104G).
Option B: Health Sciences First Year, University of Otago:
- CHEM191: The Chemical Basis of Biology and Human Health
- CELS191: Cell and Molecular Biology
- PHSI191: Biological Physics
- BIOC192: Foundations of Biochemistry
- HUBS192: Human Body Systems II
- HUBS191: Human Body Systems I
- POPH192: Population Health
- Optional paper
Interview eligibility
You will need to achieve a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 5.0 across all 8 first year courses, with no fails, to be eligible for consideration for an admission interview (MMI – Multi Mini Interviews).
Interview ranking
If eligible you will be ranked for interview invitation. This ranking will be based on your grades in the core courses (in BOLD above). If your final grades are not available at the time of interview ranking, an interim grade (highest possible) will be temporarily assigned. Official final results will be used for the final selection.
Final Selection Ranking
Applicants will be offered admission to the programme according to the rank order until the available places in the category are filled. Interviewed applicants’ final ranking is based on a weighting of the following components:
- GPA for core course: 50%
- Multi Mini Interview: 50% (a minimum threshold will apply, this will be determined year to year)
Please note that selection criteria may change from year to year. For further information, refer to our FAQs or contact the Faculty directly on fmhs@auckland.ac.nz.
Graduate entry
To apply for the BMedImag(Hons) under the Graduate entry category, domestic applicants must have completed a relevant degree/degrees on a full time basis at a recognised university. Your last year of full time study must be no more than five years prior to the year of application. A minimum of 105 points over Semesters One and Two per academic calendar year is required to be considered as full time for BMedImag(Hons) admission. A typical academic calendar year is 120 points.
Depending on your previous study you may need to undertake part or all of the First Year courses before commencing Part II. If you are required to take Part I courses, you must pass all these courses clearly within one year in order to proceed to Part II. This will be assessed as part of your application for admission.
Interview eligibility
Applicants will need to achieve a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 5.0 across their last 2 years of full time study to be eligible for consideration for an admission interview (MMI – Multi Mini Interviews).
Interview ranking
Eligible applicants are ranked for interview invitations based on the GPA from their last two academic years of full time study in completed qualification/s. If your final grades are not available at the time of interview ranking, an interim grade (highest possible grade) will be temporarily assigned. Official final results will be used for the final selection.
Final Selection Ranking
Applicants will be ranked for selection based on a weighting of the following components:
- GPA for last two years of study: 50% (a minimum overall GPA of 5.0 is required)
- Multi Mini Interview: 50% (a minimum threshold will apply, this will be determined year to year)
Please note that selection criteria may change from year to year. For further information, refer to our FAQs or contact the Faculty directly on fmhs@auckland.ac.nz.
Other pathways to study
You could be eligible for another programme, or check out these alternative pathways:
- See if you meet the criteria for the Undergraduate Targeted Admission Scheme (UTAS).
- Bridge your educational gap with a preparation and foundation programme.
- If you are under 20, have no formal University Entrance (UE) qualification, and are a New Zealand or Australian citizen or permanent resident you can apply for discretionary entrance.
- If you can demonstrate outstanding academic achievement and maturity, we offer admission to applicants under 16.
Undergraduate Entry
To apply for BMedImag(Hons) as an undergraduate student, you must complete the first year of the Bachelor of Science (BSc) at the University of Auckland, or the Health Sciences First Year at the University of Otago. This must be completed on a full-time basis and must include the following courses:
Option A: Bachelor of Science (BSc), University of Auckland:
- CHEM110: Chemistry of the Living World
- BIOSCI107: Biology for Biomedical Science - Cellular Processes and Development
- MEDSCI142: Biology for Biomedical Science - Organ Systems
- BIOSCI101: Essential Biology: From Genomes to Organisms
- PHYSICS160: Physics for the Life Sciences
- BIOSCI106: Foundations of Biochemistry
- POPLHLTH 111: Population Health
The remaining 15 points must comprise of:
- One 15 point General Education course listed in the Open or EMHSS Schedule (excluding BIOSCI100G, EXERSCI 100G, MEDSCI100G, MEDSCI101G, POPLHLTH103G, POPLHLTH104G)
Option B: Health Sciences First Year, University of Otago:
- CHEM191: The Chemical Basis of Biology and Human Health
- CELS191: Cell and Molecular Biology
- PHSI191: Biological Physics
- BIOC192: Foundations of Biochemistry
- HUBS192: Human Body Systems II
- HUBS191: Human Body Systems I
- PUBH192: Foundations of Epidemiology
- Optional paper
Interview eligibility
You will need to achieve a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 5.0 across all 8 first year courses, with no fails, to be eligible for consideration for an admission interview (MMI – Multi Mini Interviews).
Interview ranking
If eligible you will be ranked for interview invitation. This ranking will be based on your grades in the core courses (in BOLD above). If your final grades are not available at the time of interview ranking, an interim grade (highest possible) will be temporarily assigned. Official final results will be used for the final selection.
Final Selection Ranking
Applicants will be offered admission to the programme according to the rank order until the available places in the category are filled. Interviewed applicants’ final ranking is based on a weighting of the following components:
- GPA for core course: 50%
- Multi Mini Interview: 50% (a minimum threshold will apply, this will be determined year to year)
Please note that selection criteria may change from year to year. For further information, refer to our FAQs or contact the Faculty directly on fmhs@auckland.ac.nz.
Graduate entry
To apply for the BMedImag(Hons) under the Graduate entry category, international applicants must have completed a relevant degree/degrees on a full time basis at a recognised university. Your last year of full time study must be no more than five years prior to the year of application. A minimum of 105 points over Semesters One and Two per academic calendar year is required to be considered as full time for BMedImag(Hons) admission. A typical academic calendar year is 120 points.
Depending on your previous study you may need to undertake part or all of the First Year courses before commencing Part II. If you are required to take Part I courses, you must pass all these courses clearly within one year in order to proceed to Part II. This will be assessed as part of your application for admission.
Interview eligibility
Applicants will need to achieve a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 5.0 across their last 2 years of full time study to be eligible for consideration for an admission interview (MMI – Multi Mini Interviews).
Interview ranking
Eligible applicants are ranked for interview invitations based on the GPA from their last two academic years of full time study in completed qualification/s. If your final grades are not available at the time of interview ranking, an interim grade (highest possible grade) will be temporarily assigned. Official final results will be used for the final selection.
Final Selection Ranking
Applicants will be ranked for selection based on a weighting of the following components:
- GPA for last two years of study: 50% (a minimum overall GPA of 5.0 is required)
- Multi Mini Interview: 50% (a minimum threshold will apply, this will be determined year to year)
Please note that selection criteria may change from year to year. For further information, refer to our FAQs or contact the Faculty directly on fmhs@auckland.ac.nz.
Other pathways to study
You could be eligible for another programme, or check out these alternative pathways:
- Bridge your educational gap with a preparation and foundation programme.
- If you have an offer of place from us that is conditional on meeting English language requirements, you may be considered for English Pathway courses from the University of Auckland English Language Academy (ELA)
How much does a Bachelor of Medical Imaging (Honours) cost per year?
2024 fees
- Domestic students
- NZ$10,275.60*
- International students
- NZ$50,564*
Fees are set in advance of each calendar year and will be updated on this website. Fees are inclusive of 15% GST, but do not include the Student Services Fee, course books, travel and health insurance, or living costs. Amounts shown are indicative only. In addition to the tuition fees, there is a Student Services Fee of $8.88 per point, estimated at $1,065.60 for full-time study (120 points). Fees will be confirmed upon completion of enrolment into courses.
*Please note: amounts shown are indicative and estimates only.
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Key dates
Application closing dates
- Semester One 2025
- 1 July 2024
How to apply
Applying for an undergraduate programme? Check out our step-by-step guide.
Where could this programme take you?
MITs can work in a variety of roles, either in public hospitals or private radiology practices. Most will begin their career in general radiographic imaging (x-ray) with opportunities to work in computed tomography (CT), angiography and mammography. MITs may subsequently choose to pursue additional studies to practise in specialisations such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), ultrasound and nuclear medicine.
Jobs related to this programme
- Medical imaging technologist (MIT)
- Clinical applications training specialist
- Manager in a medical imaging department
- Mammographer
- Academic or researcher
- MRI technologist
- Sonographer
- Nuclear medicine technologist
Some career paths may require further study.
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