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Bachelor of Echocardiography and Cardiac Physiology / Graduate Diploma of Echocardiography

Bachelor Degree / Honours Degree.
CQ University Australia

350

in world overall ranking*

20

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

This dual-qualification pathway prepares you for a specialised role in cardiac diagnostic imaging, with undergraduate entry into echocardiography and cardiac physiology. You will build knowledge and practical skills to perform, analyse and provisionally report cardiac ultrasound scans, working closely with clinical teams. Study is on campus in Brisbane or Sydney and designed for entry into echocardiography-focused practice in healthcare settings. The programme develops advanced clinical reasoning, health leadership, and evidence-based practice for complex care environments.

Career outcome

Graduates are prepared to practise as an echocardiographer, supporting the diagnostic process by conducting and interpreting cardiac ultrasound examinations and producing provisional reports. Employment opportunities may be available in public and private hospitals and community health services, working alongside cardiology and surgical teams. Demand is strong in many health facilities and can support mobility, with Australian-trained sonographers valued internationally. Preparing graduates for clinical leadership, health management, and advanced nursing or allied health specialist roles.


Living Costs in Brisbane**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 17 - 23
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 1,467 - 1,940
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,073 - 1,419
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 7 - 8
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 237 - 314

Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$38,820 per year

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A$10,600 per year

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Information

tick icon Duration

4 years

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March, July, November

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Brisbane
Sydney

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CV69

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconINTERNATIONAL STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP - REGIONAL

25% of tuition fees

tick iconINTERNATIONAL STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP

25% of tuition fees

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