Diagnostic Radiography

There may be a small number of applicants who are currently employed within the NHS, Radiology assistant practitioners, looking to increase qualification level and progress to radiographers. Any mature student, 21 years and over, who in the judgement of the university submit sufficient evidence of serious previous study in the health and social care sector, and the academic aptitude to pursue a programme in Diagnostic radiography, along with relevant work experience may be eligible for admission.

Radiography is committed to working with the development of the Armed forces into healthcare application process. Any applicants from the NHS or Armed forces will be considered on individual experience and merit.

Other official national and international qualifications considered from across the world. You can review some of the qualifications we accept on our countries page and English Language equivalencies.

If your qualification or country is not listed, please contact us for more information, including the name and result of the qualification you have studied. https://le.ac.uk/courses/diagnostic-radiography-bsc/2027

Health Checks

School of Healthcare students are expected to undertake all routine and selected vaccinations as recommended by Occupational Health and in line with the Green book recommendations (Immunisation of healthcare and laboratory staff: the green book, chapter 12 - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)), in order to be able to attend clinical placements. These vaccinations are a requisite for students to successfully complete their course. Students that do not engage with the relevant immunisation programmes and do not have the required vaccinations will not be able to participate in their clinical placements. Consequently, they will not be able to complete their course requirements and will therefore not be able to successfully complete their degree. There may be exceptions for students who have a medical reason as to why they cannot be vaccinated. This should be supported by evidence from a doctor who is licensed to practice in the UK and has appropriate expertise in immunisation/vaccinations. This will likely be the student’s GP. This will be reviewed and advice will be sought from the Occupational Health team.

Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) / Disclosure Scotland Check

UK students: Offers are subject to a satisfactory enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). International students: Offers are subject to you providing a Certificate of Good Standing or Good Conduct Letter from your embassy or local police force, which should be no more than 6 months old prior to starting the course. This must specifically include confirmation that there is no known reason that you cannot work with vulnerable adults and children. If you have studied in the UK for a minimum of 12 months prior to starting the course we will not require the Good Conduct Letter but will require a satisfactory ‘Disclosure and Barring Service’ (DBS) check (as required for Home students) upon arrival.

Interview

When considering your application, we will look for evidence that you will be able to fulfil the objectives of the course and achieve the standards required. We will take into account a range of factors including academic achievement. We operate a two-stage selection process for this course. Those applicants who meet the academic criteria will be invited to Stage 1. Those who successfully pass Stage 1 will progress to Stage 2 as outlined below: Stage 1 The first stage is an online situational judgement test (SJT), which assesses your ability to demonstrate NHS values, professionalism and decision-making skills suitable for a future healthcare professional. Candidates who successfully pass the SJT will be invited to stage 2 of the selection process. To prepare for the SJT, we recommend taking a look at: Medical-school-style SJT practice papers (including the Leicester practice paper on Studocu) UCAT SJT question banks such as Medify, MedEntry or The Medic Portal GMC Good Medical Practice (to understand expected behaviours) Applicants are advised to attempt a few timed practice sessions and focus on the reasoning behind correct responses. This approach should provide you with the appropriate level of preparation for our SJT. Stage 2 Applicants who are successful in the SJT will be invited to the second stage of the selection process, which is an online interview. Further information on the selection process will be sent to shortlisted candidates with the invitation.

The University of Leicester is committed to providing equitable opportunities for all applicants from all backgrounds. We make contextual offers to support students who may be impacted by the area they live in, their personal circumstances or who have completed one of our progression programmes. These offers are usually one or two grades lower than the standard entry requirements. To qualify for a contextual offer, you must apply for an eligible course and meet specific criteria.