Overview
As a graduate of Dalhousie’s fully accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology programme, you will be eligible for certification by the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) and qualified to work anywhere in Canada. We also offer a two-year post-diploma option designed to meet the needs of practicing Nuclear Medicine Technologists who want to enhance their knowledge and expand career opportunities
Programme options
As a Dalhousie University Bachelor of Health Sciences in Nuclear Medicine Technology student, you will have many opportunities to do hands-on clinical work. During the eight-week summer clinical practicum after years one, two and three, you will put the knowledge learned in the classroom to real-life use in the hospital setting. You may choose to stay in Halifax to complete the practicums, but may also have to travel to locations elsewhere in the Maritime provinces.
In your fourth year, you have the option to earn a certificate in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) to customize your degree and enhance your future career options.
The post-diploma programme option is equivalent to 2 years of full-time university study (60 credit hours). To accommodate working professionals, the post-diploma programme is available on a full time or part-time basis and most of the courses are delivered online.
The following Health Sciences programme options are offered by Dalhousie University’s Faculty of Health. Connect with an academic advisor after you start your studies to explore options such as:
- Bachelor of Health Sciences with discipline
- Bachelor of Health Sciences (Post-Diploma)
- Certificate in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
Careers
Nuclear Medicine is at the forefront of modern clinical medicine and technology. As a Nuclear Medicine Technologist, you may work in a variety of settings, including hospitals, private clinics, or research institutes. Some alternate career paths in this field include hospital administrator, educator, and technical specialist.
Possible careers include:
- Nuclear Medicine Technologist
- Research Technologist
- Nuclear Medicine Technology Educator
- Equipment Sales Representative
Accreditation
The programme is accredited by Accreditation Canada.
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Courses include:
- Cardiac Imaging
- Positron Emission Tomography
- Computed Tomography Instrumentation and Applications
- Pediatric Imaging
- Professional Practice in Nuclear Medicine Technology
- Critical Research Appraisal and Practices
- Non-imaging Procedures
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Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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- Applications can be considered before the start of classes in September. Apply early to meet the February 15 deadline for general entrance awards.
Language
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Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- Halifax, Canada
Disciplines
Health Sciences Nuclear Engineering View 4 other Bachelors in Nuclear Engineering in CanadaExplore more key information
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
To be considered for admission to this programme, you must meet minimum academic criteria:
- Completion of secondary school (Grade 12)
- Achievement of the minimum average for your programme of choice.
- Completion of Grade 12 English (or equivalent course).
Admission to many Dalhousie programmes is competitive. This means that meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
Programme-specific admission requirements:
- Minimum overall average: 75%
- Academic English 12: Minimum 70%
- Academic Math 12: Minimum 70%
- Academic Physics 12: Minimum 70%
- Academic Chemistry 12: Minimum 70%
- One additional academic subject
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents34021 CAD / year≈ 34021 CAD / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents11580 CAD / year≈ 11580 CAD / year
Additional Details
International tuition includes:
- Tuition: $11,579.70
- International: $22,441.10
Living costs
Halifax
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Financial information
Dalhousie offers competitive tuition rates and funding programmes to support undergraduate students in almost all of its degree programmes.Check for any work restrictions
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Scholarships Information
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