Diagnostic Radiography
University of Brighton
UCAS Code: B821 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
University of Brighton
UCAS Code: B821 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Entry requirements
A level
Must include at least one of biology, human biology, physics or chemistry at B.
Access to HE Diploma
Must include units in biological science.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
3 GCSEs to include English Language & maths at grade C/4 or above.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
3 HL subjects including chemistry, biology, human biology or physics at H6.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
In Health and Social Care or Applied Science.
T Level
Health; Healthcare Science or Science T Level accepted on this course.
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About this course
**Diagnostic radiographers play a key role in medical teams by taking imaging. This helps to diagnose and monitor illness or injuries enabling patients to receive the right treatment.**
It's a rewarding career and there is high demand for qualified practitioners.
On our Diagnostic Radiography degree you'll develop the technical skills and knowledge needed to meet statutory requirements.
You'll gain a professionally recognised qualification, and the caring skills needed for a successful career.
At university you'll practise your skills in our Clinical Imaging Suite and have clinical placements in each year of the degree.
**Top reasons to choose this course**
- Approved by the College of Radiographers and the Health and Care Professions Council.
- On-campus Clinical Imaging Suite with X-ray table and tube, and PACS/DICOM image store.
- Clinical placements in each year 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.
- Brighton is in the UK top 25% for graduate earnings in allied health, three years after graduating – Longitudinal Education Outcomes 2022.
Modules
**Year 1**
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**
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**
Image Interpretation
Enhanced Professional Practice in Diagnostic Radiography
Practice Learning Diagnostic Radiography 3
Research-based Project
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Extra funding
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.
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Brighton
School of Education, Sport and Health Sciences
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