The award in Medical Imaging and Radiation Science is specially designed for professionals in medical imaging and radiotherapy and has the following aims.
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A. Advancement in Knowledge and Skill
- To provide professionals in Medical Imaging and Radiotherapy, as well as others interested in health technology, with?the opportunity to develop advanced levels of knowledge and skills;
- To develop specialists in their respective professional disciplines?and enhance their career paths;
- To broaden?students' exposure to a wider field of health science and technology to enable them to cope with the ever-changing demands of work;
- To provide a laboratory environment for testing problems encountered at work;
- To equip?students with an advanced knowledge base in a chosen area of specialisation?in?medical imaging or radiotherapy?to enable them to meet the changing needs of their disciplines?and contribute to the development of medical imaging or radiation oncology practice in Hong Kong; and
- To develop critical and analytical abilities and skills in the areas of specialisation that are relevant to the professional discipline to improve professional competence.
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B. Professional Development
- To develop students' ability in critical analysis and evaluation in their professional practices;
- To cultivate within healthcare professionals the qualities and attributes that are expected of them;
- To acquire a higher level of awareness and reflection within the profession and the healthcare industry to improve the quality of healthcare services; and
- To develop students' ability to assume a managerial level of practice.
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