BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography at University of Bradford

Programme overview

Diagnostic Radiography (or Medical Imaging) is the practice of using various forms of radiation to produce high-quality images which aid in the diagnosis and subsequent treatment of injury or disease. It is a technology-dependent discipline, which has patient care as its main concern. Historically, radiographers primarily used X-rays.

Faculty: Faculty of Health and Social Care | Department: School of Allied Health Professions, Midwifery and Social Work | Duration: 3 years full-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September (2027/28 entry) | Location: Bradford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

First year (core): Healthcare and the Healthcare Professional, Fundamentals of radiation and radiation safety, Projectional Radiography 1, Projectional Radiography 2, Cross sectional Imaging 1, Image Acquisition and data display. Second year (core): Transition to Professional Self 1, Computing in Medical Imaging, Projectional Radiography 3, Cross Sectional Imaging 2, Fundamentals of Research, Interventional Radiology and Fluoroscopy. Final year (core): Transition to Professional Self 2, Research Project, Clinical Image Evaluation, Cross Sectional Imaging 3, Leadership and Service Management, Enterprise in Healthcare, Pre-Registration Diagnostic Radiography.

Career pathways

Career options for graduates of this course include: Diagnostic radiographer, Nuclear medicine technologist / Radiographer, Sonographer, Forensic radiographer, Veterinary radiographer.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer - 136 UCAS tariff points. As well as meeting the entry requirements below, all applicants need to be able to demonstrate that they have researched diagnostic radiography as a career and are aware of the scope and diversity of the profession. Applicants are advised to spend a minimum of one day in a radiography department to help them in making an informed career choice. Students are expected to reflect the values as outlined by the University of Bradford and the NHS Constitution in both academic and practice settings. These include working together, showing respect and maintaining dignity for service users, carers and colleagues, working inclusively so that everyone counts; showing commitment to your work and consistently offering a high quality of care. These values also include being compassionate, demonstrating empathy and working to improve the health and wellbeing of others. We are seeking students who can develop their communication skills, their competence in this field and show commitment to upholding these values during their education and into their future careers. A levels: AAB, to include at least one in Science, Maths or a Technology-related subject (Sociology and Psychology are not considered Sciences). Please note that where a science A level is taken, the University will require applicants to pass the practical element (for A levels awarded from August 2017 onwards). T levels: Distinction - Overall Grading Distinction with subject specific requirement in Health or Healthcare Science. BTEC Extended Diploma: DDD. UCAS code: B821 (full-time).

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28) Source

Intake: September (2027/28 entry)

Duration: 3 years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.bradford.ac.uk/undergraduate/apply/

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