BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography at Teesside University

Programme overview

A degree that trains students as diagnostic radiographers using medical imaging technology to produce diagnostic images supporting clinical diagnosis and treatment. Graduates are eligible to register with the HCPC.

Faculty: School of Health and Life Sciences | Duration: 3 years full-time | Intake: September | Study mode: full-time | Location: Middlesbrough, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 covers evidence-based practice, human physiology, professionalism, Radiographic Practice 1 and regional anatomy. Year 2 includes Radiographic Practice 2, X-ray science and technology, advanced modality physics and informatics, values and ethics and dissertation planning.

Career pathways

Radiographers work in NHS and private sectors in the UK and overseas, across hospital imaging sections including projection radiography, CT and MRI; postgraduate study and research are options.

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Entry requirements

Typical offer 112-120 points. At least five GCSEs at grade 4 (C) or above including English language, maths and double award or combined science (Level 2 Key/Functional Skills accepted for English and maths). Plus one of: 112-120 points from three A levels including a science subject, or equivalent T levels (AS levels and general studies excluded); QAA-recognised Access course in a science or health subject with 27 Level 3 credits at distinction and at least 112 points; BTEC Extended Diploma DMM in a science-related subject; foundation degree in science or health with merits in the final year; Irish Leaving Certificate 112-120 points including a science; Scottish Highers 112 points from four or five including a science; Advanced Highers 112-120 points from three including a science. Work-shadowing in an imaging department is recommended. Applicants are interviewed and assessed against NHS Constitution values. International applicants: IELTS 7.0 with no element below 6.5, or TOEFL 100/120 combined with a Teesside English language test.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27) Source

International applicants: GBP 17,000 a year (2026/27). International undergraduate degree rate; tuition only Source

Intake: September

Duration: 3 years full-time

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