BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science (Nuclear Medicine) at Swansea University

Programme overview

The Nuclear Medicine degree trains medical physics technologists in the use of isotopes and radiation to diagnose and treat diseases including cancers, heart disease, and gastrointestinal, endocrine and neurological disorders. Students combine academic work with practical clinical and technological skills in specialised healthcare settings and learn to operate, maintain and monitor complex equipment.

Department: School of Health and Social Care | Duration: 3 years full-time (blended study) | Intake: September | Location: Swansea, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 covers professional and clinical practice for medical physics, anatomy and physiology and the scientific basis of medical physics. Year 2 includes medical imaging, practice of radiation protection, medical equipment lifecycle and a work-based placement in nuclear medicine.

Career pathways

NHS starting salary for medical physics technologists is around GBP 28,407, rising to GBP 50,056, with opportunities in research, education, management and the private sector, and advanced practice and further study to master's and doctoral level.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical A-level offer minimum BBB including Maths, Physics, Chemistry or Biology; Access to Science: Distinction and Merit profile (Access to Healthcare and Access to Healthcare and Nursing not accepted); BTEC DDD; Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales: Pass at B plus either BB at A level (including Maths, Physics, Chemistry or Biology) or DD at BTEC; Irish Leaving Certificate 345. Minimum five GCSE passes at grade A*-C including Welsh/English language, Maths and Science. Applicants not applying for a WEDS-funded place must have secured sponsorship from a healthcare employer and their own placement before applying. Applicants who meet the entry requirements are invited to interview (in person or by telephone or video call). Offers are conditional on a satisfactory enhanced DBS check (or approved equivalent), an occupational health declaration and assessment, and a satisfactory educational reference.

Intake: September

Duration: 3 years full-time (blended study)

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