Diagnostic Radiography - University of C

Diagnostic Radiography is a three-year, full-time course that prepares students to become diagnostic radiographers. The course is accredited by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and approved by the College of Radiographers.

Overview

The course aims to develop students' knowledge, skills, and competencies in diagnostic radiography, enabling them to become safe and effective practitioners in a variety of clinical settings. The program combines academic study with clinical placements, providing students with hands-on experience in a range of imaging modalities.

Course Structure

The course is divided into three years, with each year building on the previous one to develop students' knowledge and skills.

Year One

Science and Radiation Protection: This module provides students with a basic understanding of science and the scientific principles relevant to medical imaging.
Skills and Knowledge Underpinning Professional Practice 1: This module introduces students to anatomy and pathology, including a brief introduction to cross-sectional imaging and other imaging modalities.
Imaging Technology 1: This module covers the range of medical imaging equipment used within medicine, including how the equipment works and how to use it safely.
Skills and Knowledge Underpinning Professional Practice 2: This module develops students' key academic skills and professional attitudes, enabling them to function effectively as radiographers.
Applied Clinical Radiography 1: This module allows students to step into the role of a radiographer, building their skills and confidence prior to clinical placement.
Qualificatory Practice Unit 1: This module relates to the clinical practice elements of the program, enabling students to demonstrate clinical competence development.

Year Two

Applied Anatomy Pathophysiology and Imaging 1: This module takes an in-depth look at the anatomy of the main body systems, linking normal and abnormal anatomy with image appearances seen within a variety of image modalities.
Applied Anatomy Pathophysiology and Imaging 2: This module continues the in-depth look at the anatomy of the main body systems, developing students' knowledge of normal and abnormal anatomy.
Human Science and Patient Care 2: This module aims to develop students' knowledge and skills required for professional practice, including patient safety and maintenance of quality care.
Medical Imaging Technologies 2: This module builds on the material covered in the equivalent year one module, taking a more in-depth look at the design and function of complex imaging modalities.
Applied Clinical Radiography 2: This module further develops students' knowledge and clinical skills, enabling them to become safe and proficient practitioners in general radiography.
Research Methods and Investigations used In Professional Practice: This module equips students with the research skills essential for contemporary graduate medical imaging practitioners.
Qualificatory Practice Unit 2: This module extends students' clinical competencies, widening the number and range of procedures and examinations they are able to perform.

Year Three

Image Evaluation: This module takes an in-depth look at identifying common pathologies often encountered during clinical practice.
Applying Research to Enhance Professional Practice: This module enables students to identify the latest research findings and best practice related to an area of clinical care in medical imaging.
Focused Radiological Practice 1 (Theory): This module provides students with specific knowledge related to advanced clinical practice within radiography.
Focused Radiographic Practice 2 (Work-Based): This module is a clinically based module that follows on from the previous module, enabling students to spend additional clinical time on placement gaining experience working within a specific imaging modality.
Preparation for Professional Practice: This module aims to examine aspects of healthcare, the radiographer's role in this, and how it impacts the quality of healthcare that patients receive.
Applied Radiography 3: This module consolidates students' previous learning, ensuring they have the knowledge, skills, and competencies to apply for registration to the HCPC as a diagnostic radiographer.

Teaching and Assessment

A variety of teaching and learning methods are used throughout the program, including lectures, seminars, tutorials, and clinical placements. Assessments use formative and summative methods, including written exams, practical exams, and coursework.

Entry Requirements

112-120 UCAS Tariff Points
GCSE English Language, mathematics, and Physics or Combined Science
Alternative routes: If you don't meet the published entry requirements for direct application to this course, check out our Health and Social Care with Integrated Foundation Year as an alternative route to this course.

Tuition Fees

£9,535 (UK)
£9,250 (UK) (previous year's fee)

Funding

You may also be eligible for additional funding through the NHS Learning Support Fund.

Location

Carlisle - Fusehill Street Campus
Lancaster Campus

Contact

For more information, please contact the University of Cumbria.