BSc (Hons) Radiography (Diagnostic Imaging) at Health Sciences University

Programme overview

The BSc (Hons) Radiography (Diagnostic Imaging) at the Bournemouth campus trains diagnostic radiographers in X-ray, CT, MRI, nuclear medicine and ultrasound imaging. Classroom theory is combined with on-campus facilities (digital X-ray suite, open upright MRI, simulated ward) and clinical placements at partner NHS hospitals. The course is HCPC-accredited for eligibility to apply for registration; UCAS code B821. It is not accepting new applications for September 2026.

Department: Radiography | Duration: 3 years | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September | Location: Bournemouth, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1: Radiation Physics; Anatomical Systems for Imaging and Radiotherapy; Equipment of Diagnostic Radiography I; Diagnostic Positioning and Practices I; Professional Practice and Patient Care; Introduction to Evidence Based Practice. Year 2 adds cross-sectional anatomy, research methodologies and interventional radiography; Year 3 covers a practice-based project, advanced practice, cross-sectional imaging protocols and image interpretation.

Career pathways

Graduates can work as diagnostic radiographers within multidisciplinary hospital teams, from A&E to surgery.

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Application information

Entry requirements

5 GCSEs A*-C/4+ including Maths and English. A levels BBB-BBC including one of Biology/Human Biology/Mathematics/Chemistry/Physics (General Studies not accepted); BTEC Extended Diploma DMM; Access to HE 112-120 UCAS points; IB 30-32 points with a relevant science at Higher Level; Scottish Highers BBBBB; Irish Leaving Certificate H3 x5; T Level Merit (Health and Science). DBS check, interview and occupational health screening; an NHS placement is required.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). UK/ROI/Channel Islands and Isle of Man Source

International applicants: GBP 17,684 a year (2026/27) Source

Intake: September

Duration: 3 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.hsu.ac.uk/study/apply/apply-for-undergraduate/

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