Learn from experts in the field of medical sonography. Develop your skills using ultrasound simulators, interactive resources, and within intensive learning blocks.
Lectures are conducted in an intensive one week block at the start of semesters 1, 2 and 3 in the standard part-time program. Students undertake clinical experience throughout each semester.
'All the lecturers and teaching staff are senior sonographers in their clinical practice and experts in their field. We also have an array of specialists who come in during the on-campus blocks to share their knowledge with the students as well.'
'All the lecturers and teaching staff are senior sonographers in their clinical practice and experts in their field. We also have an array of specialists who come in during the on-campus blocks to share their knowledge with the students as well.'
'All the lecturers and teaching staff are senior sonographers in their clinical practice and experts in their field. We also have an array of specialists who come in during the on-campus blocks to share their knowledge with the students as well.'
QUT's Graduate Diploma in Medical Ultrasound is designed to be accessible to rural and regional Queenslanders and interstate students seeking a nationally accredited sonography qualification.
This course is offered as a two year, part-time program.
Over its duration, students are invited to attend three, one-week intensive blocks at QUT's Gardens Point campus. To complement their learning, students will access new ultrasound simulators and online interactive resources.
The Graduate Diploma in Medical Ultrasound course gives students the scientific basis for understanding, using and evaluating relevant equipment and techniques as a sonographer.
This course is ideal for professionals working in a health science field who are seeking to become a qualified sonographer.
This course is accredited with the Australasian Sonographer Accreditation Registry.
The graduate diploma takes four semesters of part-time study to complete. All students are invited to attend an intensive one-week block of classes at the beginning of the first three semesters. Students undertake clinical experience throughout the semester and need to maintain access to suitable clinical experience for the duration of the course.
You must have:
a recognised bachelor degree (or higher qualification) in a relevant allied health field (e.g. medical radiation, nursing, podiatry or physiotherapy).
access to suitable clinical experience in medical ultrasound for the duration of the course.
You must provide with your online application a completed Clinical Supervisor form (PDF file, 108 KB).
We will consider equivalent overseas qualifications for admissions purposes. If you have tertiary qualifications from countries where English is not the standard language of instruction, you must provide evidence of English language proficiency.
We require students to demonstrate they can speak, write, read and comprehend academic English to a specified standard.
Our English proficiency requirements for this course are:
The test must have been completed within 2 years prior to the proposed course start month.
You must have:
a recognised bachelor degree (or higher qualification) in a relevant allied health field (e.g. medical radiation, nursing, podiatry or physiotherapy).
access to suitable clinical experience in medical ultrasound for the duration of the course.
You must provide with your online application a completed Clinical Supervisor form (PDF file, 108 KB).
Select the country where you completed your studies to see a guide on meeting QUT’s English language requirements.
Your scores and prior qualifications in English-speaking countries are considered. Approved English-speaking countries are Australia, Canada, England, Ireland, New Zealand, Scotland, United States of America and Wales.
If your country or qualification is not listed, you can still apply for this course and we will assess your eligibility.
We accept English language proficiency scores from the following tests undertaken in a secure test centre. Tests must be taken no more than 2 years prior to the QUT course commencement.
| English Test | |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic / One Skill Retake | |
| Overall | 7 |
| Listening | 6.5 |
| Reading | 6.5 |
| Writing | 6.5 |
| Speaking | 6.5 |
|
Cambridge English Score
You must share your results with QUT through the Candidate Results Online website. | |
| Overall | 185 |
| Listening | 176 |
| Reading | 176 |
| Writing | 176 |
| Speaking | 176 |
| PTE Academic | |
| Overall | 65 |
| Listening | 58 |
| Reading | 58 |
| Writing | 58 |
| Speaking | 58 |
| TOEFL iBT | |
| Overall | 98 |
| Listening | 20 |
| Reading | 20 |
| Writing | 24 |
| Speaking | 20 |
| English Test | Overall | Listening | Reading | Writing | Speaking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic / One Skill Retake | 7 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 |
|
Cambridge English Score
You must share your results with QUT through the Candidate Results Online website. |
185 | 176 | 176 | 176 | 176 |
| PTE Academic | 65 | 58 | 58 | 58 | 58 |
| TOEFL iBT | 98 | 20 | 20 | 24 | 20 |
We offer English language programs to improve your English and help you gain entry to this course.
When you apply for this course, we will recommend which English course you should enrol in.
You will need to maintain access to suitable clinical experience for the duration of the course. In accordance with the Australasian Sonographer Accreditation Registry (ASAR) Program Accreditation Guidelines, it is recommended students be engaged in medical ultrasound practice for a minimum of three days/week over a two year period, full-time equivalent, in an Australian or New Zealand clinical setting.
Your actual fees may vary depending on which units you choose. We review fees annually, and they may be subject to increases.
2026: Fee available from October
2025: CSP $5,000 per year part-time (48 credit points)
You may need to pay student services and amenities (SA) fees as part of your course costs.
You may not have to pay anything upfront if you're eligible for a HECS-HELP loan.
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A scholarship for low-income students studying in any faculty.
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Follow our step-by-step applying guide to make sure your application is complete, giving you the best chance of getting in.
If you're ready for the next step, apply online today.
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If you're ready for the next step, apply online today or contact our MBA Program Manager +61 468 575 146 or mba@qut.edu.au
If you're ready for the next step, apply online today or contact our MBA Program Manager +61 468 575 146 (Brisbane),
(02) 6198 3098 (Canberra), emba@qut.edu.au
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