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Course summary
A Brighton Diagnostic Radiography degree prepares you for a rewarding career where you’ll play a key role in medical teams by taking imaging to help diagnose and monitor illness or injuries and ensure patients receive the right treatment. This course is approved by the College of Radiographers and the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), ensuring you will develop the technical skills and knowledge needed to meet statutory requirements. Successful completion of the degree means you will be eligible to apply for HCPC registration and practice as a radiographer. At Brighton, you’ll be part of a community that helps you grow, no matter what your background. Throughout the course you’ll develop core radiography competencies – around 50% of your time will be spent on placement in a variety of diagnostic radiography settings in hospitals, the community and the private sector. You will also build confidence and develop your skills in real-life scenarios in our Clinical Imaging Suite. Our inclusive approach to learning will help you go further; we’ll make sure you play to your strengths and learn in ways that suit you best. There is a high demand for qualified radiographers, and Brighton’s diagnostic radiography graduates build their careers in the NHS and private clinics. There are also opportunities to specialise in a particular type of imaging or to work with a specific group of patients. Top reasons to choose this course
- Approved by the College of Radiographers and the Health and Care Professions Council.
- Learn in our Clinical Imaging Suite with X-ray table and tube, and PACS/DICOM image store.
- Clinical placements in each year will build your experience with opportunities in hospitals, community and private sector settings.
- Opportunities to gain experience with CT, PET scanning, nuclear medicine, MRI, neuroradiography, interventional radiography, cardiac cath labs, ultrasound and contrast media.
- Learn with a teaching team that includes experienced radiographers.
- Visiting guest lecturers from collaborating healthcare organisations.
- Non-repayable grant of at least £6,000 each academic year.
Modules
Year 1 In the first year you’ll build a strong foundation in radiographic science, anatomy and patient care, while gaining hands-on experience through a supervised clinical placement. You’ll learn how to operate imaging equipment safely, understand the physics behind radiation and begin developing the professional and communication skills essential for delivering compassionate, high-quality diagnostic services. Core modules Introduction to Diagnostic Radiography Radiation Physics Foundations of Professional Practice in Diagnostic Radiography Introduction to Anatomy, Physiology and Pathophysiology Practice Learning Diagnostic Radiography 1 Year 2 In your second year, you will deepen your understanding of imaging technologies, anatomy and pathology while exploring how research shapes clinical practice. Through extended clinical placements and advanced modules, you will gain hands-on experience with specialist imaging modalities like CT, MRI and ultrasound, and develop the confidence to care for a wider range of patients in more complex healthcare settings. Core modules Applied Anatomy, Physiology and Pathophysiology Professional Practice in Diagnostic Radiography Science and Technology in Diagnostic Radiography Research Methods in Healthcare Practice Learning Diagnostic Radiography 2 Year 3 In the final year you’ll refine your clinical expertise and develop the confidence to work autonomously, including interpreting images, managing complex cases and contributing to specialist imaging services. You will also undertake a research project and explore leadership, innovation and enhanced patient care, preparing you to become a reflective and forward-thinking healthcare professional. Core modules Image Interpretation Enhanced Professional Practice in Diagnostic Radiography Practice Learning Diagnostic Radiography 3 Research-based Project
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- Health and Care Professions Council
- Radiographers, College of
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
How to apply
14Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- B821
- Institution code:
- B72
- Campus name:
- Brighton
- Campus code:
- B
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 120 points
A level - BBB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDM
Access to HE Diploma - D: 30 credits M: 15 credits
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 32 points
GCSE/National 4/National 5
T Level - D
Additional entry requirements
Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
Health checks
Interview
Other
Deferred applications: We are not able to accept applications for deferred entry onto this course. If you wish to apply for a later year of entry, we recommend waiting until the admissions cycle for that year opens – this is usually in October of each year. Age requirements Applicants must be aged 18 or over on the day the course commences.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 7 | IELTS 7.0 overall, with a minimum of 6.5 in all four elements. Or equivalent English Language qualification. |
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| EU | £17250 | Year 1 |
| International | £17250 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
The fees listed in the table above are for full-time UK undergraduate students in academic year 2025-26. You will pay further fees in each year of your course. Fees may increase each year. UK undergraduate and certain postgraduate fees are regulated by the UK government. The annual fee increase will not exceed the UK government's maximum regulated tuition fee limit set for the relevant academic year. Many of our courses include the option of a salaried placement year. Tuition fees for a placement year are charged at a lower rate of £1850. The international tuition fees listed above are for full-time courses during the academic year 2025-26. Further tuition fees are payable in each year of study. Non-regulated tuition fees, which usually apply to international students and UK postgraduate students* are subject to an annual increase of a maximum of 5% or the Consumer Prices Index (CPI), whichever is higher.
*Some designated postgraduate courses are regulated by the UK government – the annual fee increase for eligible UK / Home students on these designated courses will not exceed the UK government’s regulated tuition fee limit set for the relevant academic year.
Sponsorship information
The government has announced that from September 2020 new and continuing students studying nursing, midwifery and some allied health subjects will receive a non-repayable grant of at least £5,000. Shortage specialisms such as radiography will receive an additional £1,000. Find out more on the NHS website.
Provider information
University of Brighton
Mithras House
Lewes Road
Brighton
BN2 4AT