The Radiology Undergraduate Curriculum is a 4-year curriculum that spirals through the UBC medical undergraduate program. The primary goals of the curriculum are to teach medical students radiological anatomy and to demonstrate how radiology is used in patient diagnosis and management. This province-wide curriculum aims to provide an equitable educational experience for all MDUP students.
The curriculum has been developed using evidence-based objectives and teaching methods. The curriculum undergoes continuous renewal with oversight from the MDUP course directors as well as the Undergraduate Education Committee.
Year 1 and 2
Students will be exposed to radiology content through radiology anatomy lectures, case-based learning and hands-on workshops. Radiology anatomy is taught in conjunction with basic anatomy science and several laboratories provide a shared space to explore both radiology and anatomy concepts.
Students receive lecture materials and all lectures are recorded to enhance flexible learning opportunities. All lectures and exams are created by radiologists. Case-based learning introduces clinical concepts such as imaging appropriateness as well as the strengths/limitations of common modalities.
Small group ultrasound interdisciplinary workshops are designed to familiarize students with both the technical and practical aspects of point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) designed to be used for clinical problem-solving at the bedside.
Students with an early interest in radiology are encouraged to shadow a radiologist or nuclear medicine physician to learn more about the specialty.
Year 3 and 4
Radiology is integral to patient care both in the inpatient and outpatient settings. Students are exposed to imaging throughout their core clinical rotations. Students with an interest in radiology are encouraged to complete radiology electives to gain a greater understanding of the practice of radiology.