Radiologic Sciences (School of Health Professions)
Department contact:
605 Lewis Hall
573-884-2623
Degrees:
Bachelor of Health Science in Radiologic Sciences
Emphasis areas in Radiography and Nuclear Medicine Technology.
Overview:
Radiographers are highly skilled health professionals who work closely with physicians specializing in the use of x-rays. They provide patient services using a variety of imaging modalities. In addition to conventional x-ray procedures, the radiographer also works with computerized axial tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), cardiovascular-interventional technology, mammography, bone densitometry, ultrasound, and quality management. The radiographer must be competent in a wide range of radiographic procedures, must be able to use complex medical equipment and computer systems, and must apply radiation safety principles in order to deliver effective patient care.
Nuclear Medicine uses extremely small amounts of radioactive compounds in order to image and assess the function and state of health of many of the body's internal organs, and to treat some forms of cancer. It is a multidisciplinary field dependent upon contributions from Physics, Chemistry and Medicine. This highly sophisticated discipline is at the forefront of discovering and understanding the complex physiologic processes of our bodies.
Academic Information
Admission Requirements:
Undergraduate candidates who apply to the Radiologic Sciences program must have and maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.50 or higher. To be considered for application, undergraduate candidates must have a minimum ACT composite score of 22 on file with the University of Missouri-Columbia.
Students who wish to apply to the program must have completed the general education requirements and be college sophomores in good standing. Certain requirements may be waived for those applicants with a previous bachelor or associate of arts degree.
The application deadline for students wanting to enroll in the professional phase of the radiography program is February 1. Classes begin the following summer semester and continue for 24 consecutive months. Applicants are considered on a competitive basis each admission period.
Additional admissions criteria include:
-GPA in the required science courses
-Completion of the general course prerequisites
-Evidence of interest and knowledge of the field
-Volunteer or observation experiences
-Recommendations
-Personal interview
Minimum GPA for Admission: 2.50
Specifically required non-major courses for the BHS degree:
Radiography:
Psychology 1000: General Psychology
Sociology/Rural Sociology 1000: Introduction to Sociology
Communication 1200: Introduction to Speech Communication
Computer Science 1020 or Curriculum and Instruction 1210 and 4550: Microcomputers
Biology 1010 and 1200 or 1500: General Biology
Chemistry 1310 and 1320: General Chemistry
Physics 1210: College Physics
Medical Pharmacology and Physiology 3202: Elements of Physiology
Pathology and Anatomical Sciences 2201 and 2203: Elements of Anatomy
Health Professions 2190: Medical Terminology
Nuclear Medicine:
Chemistry 1310, 1320, 1330: General Chemistry I, II, III
Chemistry 2100 or 3200: Organic Chemistry or Quantitave Methods
Math 1400: Calculus for Social and Natural Sciences
Biology 1010 and 1020 or 1500: General Biology
Physics 1210, 1220: College Physics I, II
Medical Pharmacology and Physiology 3202: Elements of Physiology
Pathology and Anatomical Sciences 2201 and 2203: Elements of Anatomy
Health Professions 2190: Medical Terminology
Entry-level courses to sample the major:
Health Professions 1000: Introduction to the Health Professions
Sample 8-semester outline(s):
http://registrar.missouri.edu/Catalog/Plans/HP_radiologic_sciences_nuclear_medicine06.pdf
http://registrar.missouri.edu/Catalog/Plans/HP_radiologic_sciences_radiography06.pdf
Related majors, minors and areas of study on the MU campus:
Biochemistry, Communication, Communication Science and Disorders, Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound, Occupational Therapy, Pre-professional Physical Therapy, Respiratory Therapy
Department Website:
http://shp.missouri.edu/cpd/rs/
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