Diagnostic Radiography

As a diagnostic radiographer, you can play a crucial role in supporting the diagnosis and treatment of medical conditions through a variety of imaging methods.

Diagnostic radiographers are at the forefront of healthcare delivery, interacting directly with service users and carers to obtain and evaluate images of skeletal and soft tissue abnormalities and injuries. These images not only aid in diagnoses but also guide direct interventional treatments and therapies.

• Learn the scientific principles behind a variety of imaging methods including conventional radiography, computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), radionuclide imaging (RNI) and ultrasound (US).

• Gain knowledge in health-related sciences, including anatomy, physiology, medical physics, imaging technology and radiographic techniques, forming the foundation knowledge for the operation and interpretation of radiography technology.

• Practice-based learning includes state-of-the-art simulation and clinical placements.

• Apply your theoretical knowledge to the real world in diverse practice environments such as acute, district and community services, and public and private healthcare organisations.

• Learn to collaborate and thrive as a radiographer across and within multidisciplinary teams.

• Study one academic module at a time, with five weeks of learning followed by one week of assessment per module.

• Successful completion of this course will mean you meet the academic requirements set by the Health and Care Profession Council (HCPC) and the Society and College of Radiographers (SoR), opening the door to career opportunities both in the UK and abroad (please see Accreditation section on our website for more information).

• All eligible learners on this course can apply for a minimum payment from the Government of £5,000 per year. You can apply for additional payments if you incur childcare costs.

Why you should study this course
Our approach supports you to develop a strong sense of professional identity as a radiographer from day one. Using advanced technology and excellent communication skills, diagnostic radiographers work with patients and other healthcare professionals to design treatment programmes, procedures and therapies.

• Access our purpose-built diagnostic radiography suite and bespoke learning space, learning through simulated scenarios and interactive learning.

• Elective clinical placement opportunity in year two of the course.

• Develop your digital fluency, curiosity, critical and reflective thinking via ongoing use of technology applications.

• Development of cultural competence, through understanding diversity and intercultural experiences, to enable radiographer-delivered person-centred care.

• Access to success coaches, placement supervisors and specialist support for mathematics and academic writing.

Studying in the School of Health and Care
Gain the skills and experience to transform lives, communities and the future of healthcare delivery. We aim to empower you to become a stand-out healthcare professional, capable, competent and confident in your field and role within the wider healthcare team.

While continuously developing your sense of professional identity as a diagnostic radiographer from day one, you'll also collaborate with learners from other School of Health and Care fields, learning in an environment that puts inclusivity, diversity and dignity at its heart.

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