To determine or discover the diseases within the human body, by using an arsenal of imaging techniques that include X‑ray radiography, ultrasound, Computed Tomography (CT) and MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of the diseases.

B.Sc. (Hons) Medical Radiology and Imaging Technology at Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences is a 4‑year undergraduate course in the institution succeeds in Educating, training and molding the future Imaging Technologists.

The program utilizes modern teaching methods and a combination of the theoretical aspects of the subjects with practical reinforcement endow the students with a superior knowledge and enable them to discover their hidden potential, realize the ever importance of hard work and hone their intellectual, analytical and managing skills towards a successful and fulfilling career, supplemented and guided by experienced and quality teaching throughout the course of study.

Diagnostic Radiographers/​technologists possess, utilize and maintain knowledge of radiation protection and safety. Radiographers have an extremely thorough understanding of the structure of the body, how the body can be affected by injury, and causes and effects of disease when taking X‑ray images. Their work does include a wide range of different imaging modalities radiographers are the primary liaison between patients, radiologist and other members of the support team. They remain sensitive to needs of the patient through good communication, patient assessment, patient monitoring and patient care skills.

• Imparts knowledge and understanding of the structure and function of the human body as related to Medical Radiology and imaging technology. 
• Provides sufficient understanding and cognitive abilities to operate, , and incorporate quality scientific methods, techniques, and processes applicable to Medical Radiology and Imaging Technology to achieve desired results. 
• Imparts knowledge and training to develop transferable skills and the ability to work in teams, and diverse hospital settings.

Teaching and Assessment

During each semester, students’ performance is assessed through Continuous Evaluation (CE) and a Semester End Examination (SEE). CE and SEE weightages carry equal weightage.

Students are awarded grades based on the marks scored.

Key Skill Development

• Ability to work in the hospital medical imaging department, at the patient’s bedside, in the operating room or Emergency or in private imaging clinics or centers.
• Ability to assist in the use of X‑ray, CT scan, angiography, fluoroscopy, ultrasound, and MRI to produce images of organs and body parts. 
• Ability to demonstrate sufficient understanding of basic science related to technology and integrate such knowledge in their work. 
• Ability to act upon job description ethically keeping in mind the requirements of the community at large. 
• Ability to demonstrate empathy and a humane approach towards communities and exhibit interpersonal behavior in accordance with societal norms and expectations. 
• Ability to integrate into the academic environment within the clinical setting. 
• Ability to manage information to enable effective, timely, accurate, and cost-effective reporting of related information. 
• Ability to understand research design and practice sufficiently in order to evaluate published studies as an informed consumer.

Career opportunities

• Radiographer
• Radiological Technologist
• X‑ray Technologist
• CT Scan Technologist 
• MRI Technologist
• Mammography Technologist
• Radiological Safety Officer 
• Interventional Technologist
• Application Specialist
• Teaching and research faculty in medical colleges 
• Research scientists in the medical imaging industry