Master of Science - Diagnostic Imaging
The Master of Science in Diagnostic Imaging degree is
limited to one participant per year and can only be
received upon completion of the three-year, full-time
residency in diagnostic imaging at National University. The
degree is granted upon satisfactory completion of 51 credit hours
of core and research courses and the Capstone Project, in
conjunction with the Diagnostic Imaging Residency
program.
The Diagnostic Imaging Residency program requires concurrent
enrollment in the MS in Diagnostic Imaging degree program. Most of
our diagnostic imaging residents sit for qualifying exams to earn
the Diplomate of the Chiropractic Board of Radiology
(DACBR).
Program Overview
Upon admission to the program, the master's student will
complete a minimum of 4 credit hours per trimester consisting of
core courses and a research course. The core courses and research
courses may be taken in any sequence. In addition to the core
courses and research coursework, the master's student will be
involved in daily film readout sessions and interpretation,
radiological technology work, large and small group teaching
experiences, and personal study.
The student must successfully complete all required coursework
with a grade of "C" or better in all attempted courses. For core
courses, students will be assesed at the end of each trimester with
essay questions and practical view box interpretation stations.
Research courses must have advisor-approved examinations, case
study papers, teaching file portfolios, and a written and orally
presented Capstone Project, with defense in front of the Captstone
Project Committee for final approval.
