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Diagnostic Radiography and Imaging BSc (Hons)

What is this Diagnostic Radiography and Imaging degree about?

Radiography is one of the professions allied to medicine. Diagnostic radiography is an invaluable aid to surgeons and physicians in the diagnosis of disease. Diagnostic radiographers are responsible for the production of images involving the use of X-rays and other methods including ultrasound, computed tomography (CT), radionuclide imaging (RNI) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).

Note that for courses from 2010 entry that whilst applications are still currently being accepted and welcomed, that there may be a change in the education provider (please feel free to contact the School for further information on: admissions.health@bangor.ac.uk

Why choose us?

  • This Diagnostic Radiography and Imaging degree programme will allow you to gain an honours degree and be eligible for state registration with the Health Professions Council.
  • Our graduates to date have an excellent record of gaining employment.
  • Over half your learning will be in a clinical environment - all placements are in modern well-equipped settings. No other university offers more clinical weeks throughout the Diagnostic Radiography and Imaging degree.
  • We provide a high level of support and guidance and use small group teaching whenever possible.

What will I study?

Year 1

This is an extended year involving 17 academic weeks and 21 clinical weeks. Unlike many other Diagnostic Radiography and Imaging degrees, clinical experience begins in week 9 so that you will quickly become familiar with professional aspects of the Diagnostic Radiography and Imaging degree.

Modules:

  • Clinical Radiography 1
  • Radiographic Physics
  • Biological Science 1
  • Behavioural Science

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Year 2

Emphasis is placed on the application of knowledge to the clinical field. In addition to 16 academic weeks you will spend 25 weeks on clinical placement, including elective placements. You will also begin to prepare for the research project in year 3.

Modules:

  • Clinical Radiography 2
  • Radiographic Technology and Imaging
  • Biological Science 2
  • Research Methods
  • Behavioural Sciences 2

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Year 3

There are 10 academic weeks and 25 clinical weeks. You will apply your learning to a research project and select a specialist clinical area from CT, MRI, RNI and Ultrasound.

Modules:

  • Clinical Radiography 3
  • Comparative Imaging
  • Research Project
  • Professional Practice

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Due to the dynamic nature of the course, specific topics of study are occasionally subject to change.

How will I learn?

For more on studying degree courses see our Study at Bangor section.

You will typically spend 35 hours a week on the Diagnostic Radiography and Imaging degree when on clinical placement (including a half-day of study) and 20 hours when in academic study. You will be expected to complete assignments/projects and some practical work in your own time and prepare for clinical assessments. Practical work is extremely important and experiments using equipment and phantoms (dummies and test tools) are a major feature.

Assessment includes written assignments, poster presentations, practical experiments, clinical assessments, oral presentations, problem-based learning and the research project.

Career prospects

Career prospects in Diagnostic Radiography continue to be good. For the last 10 years our graduates have found near 100% employment, mainly within the NHS. Career development is linked to continuous professional development with the opportunity to achieve postgraduate qualifications. Once qualified it is possible to specialise in a particular imaging modality or further develop your career within Radiography.

Course facts

UCAS course code: B820 BSc/DRadI

Length: 3 years

Entry requirements

Please also read our Entry Requirements section.

  • 240-260 points from 3 A levels including Biology or Physics
  • BTEC National Diploma with Distinction and Merits in Science/Health Science
  • Irish Leaving Certificate with a minimum of 360 points
  • We consider mature students on individual merit but you should have evidence of recent relevant study.

Want to know more?

Please contact:

Mrs Elizabeth Carver
Admissions Tutor: Radiography
School of Healthcare Sciences
Tel: 01978 316205 (Mon-Thurs)
E-mail: rdse01@bangor.ac.uk
www.bangor.ac.uk/healthcaresciences