Radiologic Technology (Bachelor's)

Radiological technology is a multidisciplinary field that uses ionizing and non-ionizing radiation for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. Graduates of the Department of Radiology are prepared not only to independently perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in radiodiagnostics, radiotherapy and nuclear medicine, but also know how to use and apply their knowledge in fields that require specialists to work with ionizing radiation.

As part of radiodiagnostics, graduates get acquainted with devices that use ionizing and non-ionizing radiation to image the human body, with working standard examination procedures to determine early diagnosis and perform therapeutic interventions. Skiagraphy and fluoroscopy are among the basic radiological imaging methods of the skeleton, chest, abdomen and other areas. Computed tomography (CT) is a radiological examination method that, using X-rays, enables detailed imaging of the internal organs of the human body. Digital subtraction angiography DSA is a minimally invasive method for imaging the vascular system. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is used to obtain images of organs and tissues using a strong magnetic field and radio frequency waves. Ultrasonography (USG) uses high-frequency sound waves to create images and, along with magnetic resonance imaging, is one of the methods that does not use ionizing radiation. The principle of radiotherapy is the treatment of malignant tumors with ionizing radiation while sparing healthy tissue. Graduates will acquire skills in ionizing radiation applications on irradiators used in radiotherapy departments. Nuclear medicine uses open emitters that are applied to the body for diagnosis and therapy. Graduates gain an overview of the production and applications of radiopharmaceuticals, knowledge of investigation procedures on devices, e.g.: SPECT, PET.

Using the mentioned techniques as well as other techniques mentioned in the study program, the graduates will contribute to the early diagnosis and treatment of many serious diseases.

Radiology, radiotherapy and nuclear medicine are the focus of the study program, in which great emphasis is placed not only on knowledge of modern instrumentation and the field of healthcare, such as human anatomy and physiology, but also has an overview of the principles and legislation of radiation protection. Graduates will acquire skills in image data processing, information technology and radiology. Clinical practice at selected diagnostic, therapeutic and nuclear medicine workplaces is part of the study of the department, where graduates get to know the work of a radiological technician directly.

Graduates independently master radiation techniques in radiotherapy, they are responsible for the accuracy and safety of these techniques. They have the ability to participate in dosimetric measurements and are sufficiently qualified to determine the necessary dose of ionizing radiation in X-ray imaging methods and also to ensure flawless, gentle, yet effective therapeutic irradiation of the patient. Their qualification obliges them to take full responsibility for the services they perform. Graduates are able to fully use radiological technology as part of their professional qualification. Their qualification allows them to adequately, rationally and economically organize their work within the team. Graduates are able to apply all acquired theoretical and clinical professional knowledge, as well as knowledge from the field of healthcare management and healthcare law. Last but not least, graduates know the methods and techniques of research work and can apply them in radiological research. Graduates at our faculty can perform methodical and analytical work with the ability to be active and creative.

A characteristic feature of the graduate is a deep moral-ethical and humane approach to healthy and especially sick people, to physically and mentally disabled and handicapped people. The graduate is an empathetic and kind professional, with the utmost effort to help disabled people in the most difficult life situations. He/she is ready to accept the right of the sick and disabled to individualized care, at the same time provides them with sufficient privacy, is able to understand the patient/client and help him/her solve his/her health problems, at the same time show due respect, comfort and emotional support, take into account the personality and the uniqueness of the client, on his way of perceiving health, illness, his own handicap, on his behavior under the influence of changes in health status. He/she is able to win over the patient for cooperation and motivate him/her to actively cooperate.

Main learning outcomes:

Adequate knowledge is acquired by studying:

• from the sciences on which the activities of a radiological assistant are based, in particular from topographical anatomy and pathology, ionizing radiation, clinical oncology and nuclear medicine
• from professional ethics, psychology, communication and relevant legal regulations
• about the basic groups of diseases and disability states, about the causes of their occurrence,
• about the possibility of diagnosis and treatment
• clinical practice in a healthcare facility at radiology, nuclear medicine, radiotherapy, computed tomography, nuclear magnetic resonance and interventional radiology departments.

Graduates will perform highly professional activities in the field of diagnostic and treatment care in inpatient and outpatient diagnostic and treatment facilities, medical institutions, research institutes and other health institutions throughout Slovakia, not excluding veterinary medicine workplaces.

Graduates can also find employment in international organizations and in organizations of the European Union. The primary employment of graduates should be within a medical facility (hospital), but also in undergraduate and postgraduate educational institutions, as well as in companies engaged in the production of radiodiagnostic and therapeutic equipment.

Graduates are able to perform basic service on the instruments used for these procedures. In addition, they are able to keep in touch with modern developments and lines in their discipline and continue their own professional advancement.

Indicated proffesions:

• Radiological technician
• Radiological assistant/technician

Admission Requirements for Full-Time and Part-Time Study.

Conditions for Admission:

• Completion of secondary school without restrictions
• Completion of the final exam (maturita)
• Successful completion of the entrance exam

Entrance Exam:

Radiologic Technology:

• Written exam in biology focused on human anatomy and physiology. The content corresponds to the level of secondary school curriculum. Exams will be taken on tablets provided by the Faculty of Health Sciences.