Radiography (Diagnostic Imaging) - BSc (Hons) drafted
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2023-09-26 | 2023-06-01 |
| 2024-01-23 | 2023-10-16 |
Program Overview
Course overview
Radiography (Diagnostic Imaging) at Keele is designed to reflect the current nature of radiography practice and to meet the future demands of the profession. The programme is structured around core themes including radiographic practice and science, the human body, interpreting images,
inter-professional learning, and research. You will apply your learning through a range of clinical placements to enable you to develop your practical skillset.
Diagnostic imaging
Medical imaging is used as a major diagnostic tool within a range of clinical scenarios including trauma such as a broken bone, or to inform care for pregnant women. You will develop clinical experience and technical knowledge by utilising all modes of medical imaging to take accurate images, including MRI, CT, ultrasound, ionised radiation-based imaging, nuclear medicine procedures, health screening and capabilities to undertake procedures carried out under imaging control.
By year three you will have increased your knowledge about anatomy, physiology, and pathology to an advanced level. You will study the foundations of radiographic science and how to use the different types of imaging equipment. You will also learn about the factors that can affect diagnostic images and acquire the skills you need to clinically evaluate the resulting pictures. As you progress through your studies you will deepen your knowledge and expertise by looking at more complex imaging methods including computerised tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), ultrasound (US) and nuclear medicine (NM).
Effective communication
Most patients require some form of diagnostic imaging as part of their care, so developing effective communication skills is essential in managing these interactions. You will develop your communication skills from the beginning of the course to enable you to provide excellent patient care in a dignified way that meets the needs of a diverse range of service users.
You will benefit from inter-professional education which reflects the teamwork environment in the healthcare sector. This involves working with a variety of students from physiotherapy, rehabilitation and exercise science, medicine, nursing, midwifery, and pharmacy.
Clinical facilities
Gain hands on radiography experience in our excellent facilities that will further aid your learning. These include a state-of-the-art x-ray suite, a digital hub with high-resolution screens for image interpretation, an image intensifier for use in theatre work and a simulated patient to hone your practical skills.
Acquiring this essential radiography know-how will increase your confidence and build your key skills before you start your radiography practice in an authentic clinical setting.
Clinical placements
Whilst on placement, you will learn in a variety of clinical settings with rotational elements across the West Midlands, Shropshire, Cheshire and wider afield to broaden your clinical experience, knowledge and skills. To achieve this, commuting and seeking accommodation where necessary is essential for elements of your clinical placement.
A large part of the programme involves you gaining clinical experience on placements using the various diagnostic imaging modes. We have a dedicated clinical education team who have extensive knowledge and skills to help source your placements, assist with preparing for them, and to provide ongoing support. Placements take place in a variety of healthcare settings which may include:
You may also undertake an elective placement of your choice during years two and three. These give you the opportunity to select a specific area of interest like paediatrics or veterinary medicine.
Research skills
Radiography is an evidence-based profession, and we embed the development of your research skills from your first year, culminating in your final year with a research dissertation. You will be able to critically analyse, reflect on and evaluate research findings, using these to underpin your radiography practice.
Our expertise
Teaching on the course is undertaken by recognised healthcare professionals such as radiographers who are experts in CT, MRI, mammography, paediatrics, nuclear medicine, and forensics. They have experience of working within the NHS and teaching on undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.
Staff are involved in clinical teaching and research with many being members of the Society of Radiographers and who are registered with the Health and Care Professions Council.
Student support
You will be supported through every stage of your studies on the radiograhy course. You will be allocated an academic mentor who will be your first point of contact for advice and guidance and as a first year student, you are also offered a student mentor.
You will have access to a dedicated Student Experience and Support Officer who supports students from the School of Allied Health Professions. As part of Keele’s student services, they work collaboratively with other teams across the university to enable you to easily access the support you need.
There is peer support, and additional help available from the School's Disability Liaison Officer who provides an additional layer of support for all students, particularly for those who have special learning needs.
You will have access to a mixture of advice and support services at Keele which include;
Program Outline
Modules
Modules for Radiography (Diagnostic Imaging)
The module details given below are indicative, they are intended to provide you with an idea of the range of subjects that are taught to our current students. The modules that will be available for you to study in future years are prone to change as we regularly review our teaching to ensure that it is up-to-date and informed by the latest research and teaching methods, as well as student voice. The information presented is therefore not intended to be construed and/or relied upon as a definitive list of the modules available in any given year.
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Foundation year
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Year one modules
Compulsory modules
Year two modules
Compulsory modules
Year three modules
Compulsory modules
Year four modules
Your future career
95% of our students are in employment or further study within 15 months of finishing their studies (HESA Graduate Outcomes, 2019/20)
Radiography offers excellent career prospects as the changing needs of the healthcare sector has created a demand for more radiographers. There are different career paths you can pursue as a professional such as a reporting radiographer for CT, MRI and plain imaging.
There are more study opportunities at postgraduate level or you can choose to become a consultant radiographer who provides expertise, and who leads the radiography department. Advanced radiography practitioners also undertake procedures and are able to diagnose and treat patients.
Enhance your employability
Keele’s Careers and Employability team (Shortlisted for Best University Careers Employment Service - National Undergraduate Employability Awards, 2021), offers a variety of personal and career development opportunities to enhance your employability.
From mock interviews, careers guidance and CV advice, to careers fairs, alumni mentoring and networking events, along with helping you find part-time and graduate employment - the team will support you throughout your studies and beyond.
Find out more about our careers and employability services, including career planning, alumni mentoring, jobs, internships, starting your own business and much more.
Teaching, learning and assessment
How we teach on this course depends on the module subject and level.
In your programme you will sometimes be expected to role play and engage in simulated clinical scenarios with other students, such as the practice and observation of practical skills in physical contact with other students. For some specific practices, this may necessitate modification of dress - e.g., to shorts and t-shirt. These activities will be conducted in a professional, safe, respectful and culturally sensitive way, under the supervision of academic staff, according to a defined protocol.
We use a different teaching methods including:
Assessment
Assessments on the radiography programme reflects the breadth of skills and knowledge you will acquire as you progress through the course. We use a variety of assessment methods including: