Bachelor Radiology Technology - Hochschule Burgenland

If you are equally fascinated by medicine and technology, then the Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Radiological Technology is just right for you. Radiology technology is a key area of modern medicine, and in our degree programme you will learn to fully exploit this potential. During your studies, you will receive comprehensive training in imaging procedures, therapies and radiation protection, combined with patient-orientated work. You will be able to use highly modern medical technology safely and precisely and make your contribution to diagnostics and therapy. In addition to technical expertise, we will also teach you the ethical and communication skills that are essential in direct contact with patients. With your expertise, you will make a decisive contribution to the healthcare of the future.

“The Radiological Technology degree programme combines a focus on people with cutting-edge technology and offers you the perfect blend of technological know-how and patient-oriented work. In an increasingly technologised healthcare system, radiographers are indispensable specialists. They work directly at the interface between state-of-the-art medical technology and human health. We are the right place for you if you want to work in a future-oriented professional field with responsibility and innovation.”

David Rupprecht, Programme Director

Programme fact file

Degree programme

Bachelor’s degree programme – 6 semesters

Academic degree

Bachelor of Science (BSc)

Programme structure

Job-friendly (Monday to Thursday)

Available study places

Study location

UAS Study Centre in Pinkafeld

Language of tuition

German (minimum level B2), individual courses will be held in English (minimum level B2)

Tuition fees

None

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Online advisory sessions

Individual online consultation appointments by arrangement at

beratung(at)hochschule-burgenland.at

For a Bachelor’s degree programme at our institution, you must meet one of the following requirements:

Matura (Austrian final school-leaving examination giving access to university)
Limited or general higher education entrance examination
University preparation programme with additional qualification examination

DETAILS ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS BACHELOR RADIOLOGICAL TECHNOLOGY

Admission requirements: Matura (Austrian final school-leaving examination giving access to university), limited or general higher education entrance examination, university preparation programme with additional qualification examination

Application: by the application deadline on 31 March at www.hochschule-burgenland.at/anmeldung

Admission procedure:

2-step admission assessment:

Application documents and personal statement
Admission interview

Deposit
After the binding allocation of a place, University of Applied Sciences Burgenland collects a deposit of € 350 from students to secure their place. This deposit is refunded to active students after the end of the first semester. If an applicant does not fulfil the admission requirements before the start of the programme (e.g. did not pass the resit of the school-leaving examination, did not pass the additional qualification examination, etc.), the deposit is also refunded. In all other cases, the deposit is forfeited.

Specific requirements for study programmes for healthcare professions

Proof of health suitability by means of a medical certificate
Proof of the required vaccinations according to the vaccination recommendations for healthcare personnel of the Federal Ministry of Social Affairs, Health, Care and Consumer Protection. The entire immunisation process must be completed before the start of the first internship.

Highlights of this degree programme

Double qualification: In addition to their academic degree, graduates also receive professional qualification as a radiographer
Possibility to specialise according to your interests in various elective modules
Our degree programme offers one of the highest practical components in Austria: students spend more than a quarter of their studies in 9 internships in different specialist areas.

Possibility to complete international internships in cooperation with innovative internship institutions, e.g. at the Kernspinzentrum Hamburg

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The skills labs and numerous tutorials enable students to engage in a lively exchange between theory and practice
Experience interprofessional collaboration through interprofessional courses with other degree programmes in the Department of Health and Social Sciences
Optimal group size, which enables the promotion of individual competences of the students and creates a supportive learning environment

Would you like to be absolutely sure that a career as a radiography technician is the right choice for you? Then get in touch with us to arrange a taster day with one of our partner organisations!

Career opportunities

The following three examples are representative of many other career fields:

Radiography technicians play a key role in modern medicine. They work with imaging techniques such as X-rays, CT scans and MRI scans to provide detailed insights into the human body. These images are vital for diagnosis and treatment, and play a crucial part in major medical decisions.

As well as operating the equipment, direct contact with patients is also a key part of the job. Radiography technicians guide patients through examinations, explain the procedures and ensure their safety. They are not only experts in operating their equipment, but also empathetic points of contact within the healthcare system.

As well as working in diagnostics, radiographers are also involved in radiotherapy . They use highly precise radiation techniques to target tumours and spare healthy tissue as much as possible. In doing so, they make a crucial contribution to the treatment of cancer and support patients throughout extended periods of treatment.

The combination of medical technology and human care makes this profession particularly varied, demanding and future-proof.

Radiographers work in: