21Jun
UndergraduateUniversity of Huddersfield has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
Do you want to play a vital role in hospital medical teams? As a Diagnostic Radiographer, you will be trained to use the latest imaging technology to provide essential healthcare services to millions of people. This dynamic Allied Health Profession plays a crucial role in responding to advancements in technology and evolving healthcare needs. Diagnostic Radiographers support patients throughout the screening, diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of illnesses and injuries. With the increasing demand for imaging services, qualified radiographers are highly sought after. In the UK, Diagnostic Radiographers are regulated by the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC). Upon successful completion of this course, you will be eligible to apply for HCPC registration and begin your career as a Diagnostic Radiographer. Why Study Diagnostic Radiography BSc(Hons) at University of Huddersfield? At Huddersfield, you will be supported by a team of experienced radiographers and healthcare professionals based at our innovative National Health Innovation Campus. In Dec 2025, our state-of-the-art Emily Siddon Building will open on the site of the National Health Innovation Campus where you’ll benefit from cutting-edge imaging and simulator suites, allowing you to develop the technical expertise needed to operate diagnostic systems safely and effectively. Throughout your studies, you will also enhance your communication, patient care, and teamwork skills through regular interaction with service users, carers, healthcare professionals, and fellow health students. Our strong partnerships with both NHS and private healthcare providers, including a co-located community diagnostic centre, offer excellent placement opportunities, ensuring you gain valuable hands-on experience to reinforce your learning. Professional Bodies This course if awaiting approval from the Health and Care Professions Council and accreditation from the Society and College of Radiographers. Why Huddersfield? Huddersfield’s vibrant and friendly campus is a great place from which to study, while the town itself offers lots to see and do, with good transport links in and around the area. Not quite ready to start Dental Hygiene and Dental Therapy BSc(Hons)? Successful completion of our Health Foundation Pathway will equip you with the foundation knowledge to study as a Diagnostic Radiographer.
Modules
This is a common first year and comprises: • Anatomy, Physiology and Pathologies 1 • Imaging of the Thorax and Abdomen • Introduction to Imaging Science and Technology • Preparation for Radiographic Practice • Professional Development and Research 1 • Radiographic Practice-Based Learning 1 To see the full range of modules and descriptions, please visit our website. A link to this course can be found at the bottom of the page in the ‘Course contact details’ section.
Assessment method
Assessments take place through a variety of coursework, practice/competency based learning and examination, in the form of written assignments, presentations, observed assessment of practical skills (OSCE), multiple choice assessments and peer evaluation. Your module specification/course handbook will provide full details of the assessment criteria applying to your course.
How to apply
29Jan
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:
- H767
- Institution code:
- H60
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
- Year 3
Entry requirements for advanced entry (i.e. into Year 2 and beyond)
Please contact the Student Recruitment Team at [email protected] for more information.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 128 - 120 points
A level - ABB - 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
GCSE/National 4/National 5
T Level - M
Offers will be subject to an interview and references. Please note all the information provided in support of your application may be checked and must be verifiable as a true record. You will also need a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and occupational health clearances prior to registration on the course. We arrange these as part of the application process. You will be required to sign a self-declaration at the start of each year and at the end of the course. All police contact during the course must be reported to the course leader as a matter of urgency and may lead to suspension or termination. We will request an Overseas Police Check if you have lived in a country outside of the UK for 6 months or more (whether continuously or in total) in the last 10 years before applying to us and whilst aged 18 or over. Placement providers for this course require students to have received a number of vaccinations, unless medically exempt, and provide evidence of these. As a student on a course with a clinical or healthcare placement, we strongly recommend that you complete any course of vaccinations required under current guidelines for your future profession. Failure to do so may result in your inability to undertake a placement in certain clinical settings. Therefore impacting upon your academic progression, and may result in academic failure of your course. Please note places are limited and attainment of the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee an interview or offer. You must include details of any previous study. Applications are reviewed on merit and other suitable experience and qualifications will be considered. For further information please see the University's minimum entry requirements.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
https://www.hud.ac.uk/undergraduate/how-to-apply/entry-requirements/
Additional entry requirements
Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
Health checks
Interview
English language requirements
If your first language is not English, you will need to meet the minimum requirements of an English Language qualification. The minimum of IELTS 7.0 overall with no element lower than 6.5, or equivalent. Read more about the University’s entry requirements for students outside of the UK on our International Entry Requirements page. If you have alternative qualifications or do not meet the IELTS requirement we also offer a range of Pre-Sessional English Programmes - https://www.hud.ac.uk/international/pre-sessional-english/
Read more about the University’s entry requirements for students outside of the UK on our International Entry Requirements pages.
https://hud.ac.uk/international/courses-and-entry-requirements/international-entry-requirements/
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
The number of student respondents and response rates can be important in interpreting the data – it is important to note your experience may be different from theirs. This data will be based on the subject area rather than the specific course. Read more about this data on the Discover Uni website.
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 | £18700 | Year 1 |
| International | £18700 | 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
Tuition fees will cover the cost of your study at the University as well as charges for registration, tuition, supervision and examinations. For more information about funding, fees and finance for UK students, including what your tuition fee covers, please see Fees and finance - http://www.hud.ac.uk/undergraduate/fees-and-finance/
If you are an EU or international student coming to study at the University of Huddersfield, please visit the International Fees and Finance pages for full details of tuition fees and support available - https://www.hud.ac.uk/international/fees-and-funding/
We review and revise fee levels in line with inflation (RPI-X) and regulatory permissions.
Please email the Student Finance Office ([email protected]) or call 01484 472210 for more information about fees and finance.
Sponsorship information
Please see our website for more information - https://www.hud.ac.uk/undergraduate/fees-and-finance/scholarships-bursaries/
Provider information
University of Huddersfield
Queensgate
Huddersfield
HD1 3DH