Bachelor of Medical Imaging

About the course

Deakin’s Bachelor of Medical Imaging prepares you for professional practice in diagnostic radiography. You build medical radiation science knowledge and develop skills across imaging modalities such as general radiography, CT, angiography and MRI, learning in industry-standard medical imaging labs. Clinical placements begin in first semester and occur in metro, rural and regional settings to build job-ready capability for a bachelor qualification in medical imaging.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue careers as diagnostic radiographers (medical radiation practitioners) working with imaging technologies in hospital departments and private radiology clinics. The course’s early and sustained clinical placements support readiness for professional practice across metropolitan, regional and rural health services. Career pathways typically include roles in general radiography and advanced imaging areas such as CT, interventional imaging, mammography and MRI, aligned to a bachelor degree in medical imaging.

Living Costs in Geelong**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,000 - 1,323	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 665 - 879
Transportation (Daily) A$ 5 - 13	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 257 - 339

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)