Course summary
This programme allows qualified assistant practitioners working in the field of medical imaging to progress their existing qualification to a full BSc Honours Degree in Diagnostic Radiography. They will then be eligible to apply to the HCPC to enter their register as a Diagnostic Radiographer. It is intended for assistant practitioners who have already achieved a relevant foundation degree and have completed an AP radiographer bridging course. The applicant must be working in a medical imaging department with the full support of their employer to undertake this course. Course Overview Students will continue to work as an employee at their place of work while undertaking this programme, with time being allocated by their employer to allow them to meet necessary academic and clinical competencies. This includes a minimum of 20% 'off-the-job' training time to cover both university study time and clinical skills outside of the student's usual scope of practice. On This Course You Will
- Gain knowledge and understanding of the continually changing and expanding field of medical diagnostic imaging.
- Learn in both academic and clinical settings with the support of expert practitioners and academics.
- Develop a professional attitude to the current working environment and an understanding of the dynamic and changing nature of clinical roles.
- Become a resilient, proficient communicator whose values are centred around effective and compassionate patient care.
- Further develop your ability to work as a critically reflective practitioner who engages in safe and effective practice.
Modules
YEAR ONE
- Applying Research to Enhance Professional Practice
- Focussed Radiological Practice 1 (Theory)
- Focussed Radiological Practice 2 (Work Based)
- Image Evaluation
- Applied Clinical Radiography
- Preparation for Professional Practice; The radiographer in the wider context of healthcare
Assessment method
A variety of different assessment methods are employed to provide a valid evaluation of the particular skills, knowledge and behaviours described in the professional body standards:
- Image evaluation and pathology recognition are assessed by computer-based assessments in which you are required to view and discuss images.
- Your interpretation of complex clinical scenarios will be assessed via oral examinations which develop and challenge your ability to hold professional discussions with service users and colleagues in both the medical imaging sessions and the wider interdisciplinary context.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- Health and Care Professions Council
- Radiographers, College of
How to apply
This course is not open to application until the 13th May 2025.
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:
- B820
- Institution code:
- C99
- Campus name:
- Lancaster
- Campus code:
- L
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
GCSE/National 4/National 5
HND (BTEC)
Applicants must have the support of a relevant employer to be able to engage with this programme.
Additional entry requirements
Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
Health checks
Interview
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
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
Provider information
University of Cumbria
Registered Office
Fusehill Street
Carlisle
CA1 2HH