Program Overview

Diagnostic Radiography Degree Apprenticeship

Overview

This apprenticeship develops skilled diagnostic radiographers through a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical experience. Students gain expertise in anatomy, radiographic techniques, and patient care, supported by hands-on clinical placements.

Course Details

Course Structure

• Year 1 Core Modules
  • Anatomy for Radiographers
  • Introduction to Professional Practice
  • Ionising Radiation Physics for Radiographers
  • Radiographic Practice Placement One
  • Structure and Function for Allied Health Professionals
• Year 2 Core Modules
  • Dissertation Planning and Preparation for Research
  • Improving the Patient Experience in Imaging
  • Radiographic Practice Placement Two
  • Values and Ethics in Practice
  • X-ray Science
• Year 3 Core Modules
  • Applied Physics for Specialist Modalities
  • Diagnostic Radiography Research in Action
  • Enhancing Employability, Leadership and Quality Improvement for the Future Ready Allied Health Professional
  • Preliminary Clinical Evaluation for Radiographers
  • Radiographic Practice Placement Three

How You Learn

Apprentices learn through keynote lectures, seminars, small group work, and practical skills sessions. They are given constructive feedback to enhance their learning opportunities. They are encouraged and supported to engage in self-directed learning throughout. The course includes 15 weeks of placement, which is agreed individually with each employer at the beginning.

How You Are Assessed

Methods of assessment include written and practical examinations, completion of practice portfolios, poster and oral presentations, written assignments, and practice placements.

Entry Requirements

• Hold Level 2 qualifications in English and maths and be able to produce the certificates
• Have three A-levels or equivalent experience
• Be employed as an apprentice diagnostic radiographer with a healthcare provider (on entry to the course)
• Demonstrate the appropriate values and attitudes for the programme through an interview with the employer and University
• Have a satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure

Employability

Radiographers are in demand in the UK and overseas within the NHS and private sectors. After completing the course, the apprentice could work in several sections within a hospital medical-imaging department and carry out a variety of imaging investigations, including projection radiography, computed tomography, and magnetic resonance imaging.

Professional Accreditation

Successful completion of the course provides eligibility to apply for registration with the HCPC and membership of the Society and CoR.

Tuition Fees

• Entry to academic year: £24,000
• Length: 3 years
• Start date: May

Service User and Carer Involvement

Service users and carers support all aspects of our students' lifecycle from recruitment to graduation.