Radiology and Medical Imaging

Program Vision  

The radiology and sonar department is one of the leading department in the Community services. This department It is one of the most important specialties in the medical field, as it prepares specialists at a high level of training in the field of radiography. The program aims to prepare supporting cadres for medical specialties, where students obtain information and skills that enable them to work in health institutions and deal with medical imaging devices..

Program Mission

Education: Academic radiology departments are typically committed to training the next generation of radiologists, radiologic technologists, and other healthcare professionals. This involves providing high-quality educational programs, including medical student education, and continuing medical education for practicing radiologists.

Research: Academic radiology departments often conduct research to advance the field of radiology and improve patient care.

   Clinical Care: Academic radiology departments typically provide clinical services to patients through affiliated hospitals and healthcare facilities.

    Overall, the mission of an academic radiology department is typically focused on advancing the field of radiology through education, research, clinical care, innovation, and quality improvement, with the ultimate goal of improving patient care and outcomes.

Program Objectives

           Educational Objectives

·        To provide trainees with a comprehensive understanding of the principles of radiology, including anatomy, physiology, pathology, and imaging modalities.

·        To develop proficiency in interpreting a wide range of radiologic studies, including X-rays, CT scans, MRI, ultrasound..

·        To cultivate skills in performing and interpreting interventional radiology procedures.

·        To foster critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication

skills necessary for effective clinical practice.

      Clinical Objectives:

·        To provide trainees with hands-on clinical experience in radiology, including exposure to a wide range of cases and pathologies.

·        To develop proficiency in clinical decision-making, patient management, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

·        To emphasize patient safety, professionalism, and ethical conduct in clinical practice.

Professional Development Objectives:

·    To support trainees in achieving their career goals in radiology.

·    To provide mentorship and guidance to trainees as they navigate their training and career paths.

·     To promote lifelong learning and continuing professional development among trainees.

Admission for 2026–2027 is centralised through the Qaddim platform of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research.

• Eligible applicants: graduates of secondary school in the biological and scientific streams.
• Minimum average to apply: 69.5% for morning study, 64.5% for evening study.
• Places are allocated competitively by average, order of preference and capacity.
• Applicants for morning study must have been born in 1996 or later.
• A medical examination meeting the requirements of the programme.

Annual tuition for 2026–2027: IQD 2,500,000,. Discounts are explained under “Fees and scholarships” on the admissions page.

The programme runs over four years on the semester system. These are the courses of the first and second years, with their theory and practical credit hours. The programme guide gives the syllabus of each course.

First year: first semester

First year: second semester

Second year: first semester

Second year: second semester

Graduates work in fields including:

• Radiology and medical imaging departments in public and private hospitals
• Diagnostic centres for X-ray, computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging
• Dental clinics and centres that use radiography
• Medical imaging equipment companies