B.Sc. in Radiography & Imaging Technology
“Master the art of medical imaging. Step into a vital role in modern diagnostics with our B.Sc. in Radiography and Imaging Technology.”
Duration:
4-year undergraduate program — 3 years of academic coursework followed by a 1-year mandatory clinical internship
Co‑educational Institution
Eligibility Requirements
- Completion of 12th grade (Higher Secondary) from a recognized board
- Required subjects: Physics, Chemistry, and Biology or Mathematics>
Course Content (Typical Scope)
Although Prana Institute does not publicly list a detailed curriculum, B.Sc. Radiography & Imaging Technology programs typically cover:
- Human anatomy, physiology, and pathology
- Fundamentals of radiographic techniques
- Radiation physics and radiation protection
- Conventional radiography (X-ray)
- Advanced imaging techniques: CT (Computed Tomography), MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging), and Ultrasound
- Interventional radiography and fluoroscopy
- Imaging equipment handling, maintenance, and quality control
- Clinical internship rotations across diagnostic imaging departments
Career Prospects
Graduates of this program are trained to use medical imaging technology for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. Career roles include:
- Radiographer / X-ray Technician
- CT / MRI Technologist
- Diagnostic Imaging Specialist
- Radiology Department Assistant or Technical Officer
- PACS Administrator (Picture Archiving & Communication Systems)
Job opportunities are available in hospitals, diagnostic centers, trauma care units, cancer treatment facilities, and radiology research labs.
Accreditation & Affiliation
Affiliated with The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, a state-recognized institution for medical and allied health sciences education Source: alliedhealthadmission.com
Admissions & Fee Structure (Summary)
- Open to Indian citizens and Tamil Nadu residents — native and community certificates required for reserved category admission
- Admissions are conducted through centralized counselling by the Tamil Nadu Directorate of Medical Education under the Allied Health Sciences stream
- Annual tuition fee (self-financing colleges): Typically ₹33,000–₹45,000 (subject to change based on college policy)