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  • Radiology
  • Undergraduate Studies

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  • Radiology is crucial in healthcare but underrepresented in undergraduate curricula.
  • The University of British Columbia (UBC) established RADS 301, an undergraduate course on 21st-century imaging.
  • This course aims to bridge the educational gap in radiology for undergraduates.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the demographic profiles of students in RADS 301.
  • To identify student motivations for enrolling in the course.
  • To evaluate student satisfaction and feedback on the undergraduate radiology course.

Main Methods:

  • An anonymous end-of-course survey was distributed to RADS 301 students.
  • The survey included demographic, multiple-choice, Likert-scale, and open-ended questions.
  • Descriptive statistics and thematic analysis were used for data interpretation.

Main Results:

  • A 95% response rate (178/187 students) was achieved.
  • Students came from diverse academic backgrounds, with 55% in Health and Life Sciences.
  • High satisfaction was reported (mean ratings 4.51-4.70/5), with key motivations being general interest and healthcare career exploration.

Conclusions:

  • RADS 301 serves as a successful model for early undergraduate exposure to radiology.
  • The course effectively engages students from various disciplines, enhancing interest and knowledge in radiology.
  • Findings support the development of similar interdisciplinary courses to promote health literacy and informed career choices.