Diagnostic Radiography BSc (Hons)

Diagnostic radiographers are responsible for the acquisition of high-quality clinical images used to detect, monitor and manage disease processes and the effects of trauma.

As a diagnostic radiographer you will utilise a wide range of sophisticated technological equipment for different imaging modalities, such as:

•  X-ray
• Ultrasound
• CT scanners
• MRI scanners

These are combined with a high standard of patient care.

This course will enable you to combine a science background with medical, biological and physiological sciences and to apply your training in a caring clinical environment.

During the course you will spend time at both Kingston University and St George's, University of London. Both institutions have excellent facilities for teaching and learning in radiography including a digital X-ray suite, skills laboratory and treatment planning software.

50% of the course is clinical which means you will work with real patients under the guidance of radiographers in a range of hospital departments. There is also regular shared learning with students from across the healthcare sciences, including medicine, biomedical sciences, physiotherapy, midwifery and nursing.

The degree will enable you to progress and study at postgraduate certificate, diploma and masters levels in areas of advanced practice and in specialist areas including Ultrasound and Radionuclide Imaging.

This qualification is recognised internationally and offers a range of career opportunities in hospital and other clinical settings, as well as management, teaching and research.
 

For more information about the course and the Faculty of Health and Social Care Sciences, visit the School of Radiography web pages.

Message from course director

"As the course director for Diagnostic Radiography I am very proud of the graduates we produce and I am firmly of the opinion that our graduates are among the best in the country.

"Diagnostic radiography is a profession that integrates physical and biological science with caring and interpersonal skills, within a healthcare context. From a practical point of view, the medical imaging modalities you will study range from the familiar 'X-ray' to other far more highly complex 'scanning' techniques. Medical imaging is constantly developing and it is important that you be prepared for both current practice and possess the required skills to adapt to future developments.

"Diagnostic radiography has several unique features and opportunities for multi-professional education. Key to the preparation for future employment is the strong practical element of the course, which takes place within our partner clinical departments. This is where students will see theory and practice integrated and reinforced in a safe and meaningful environment. This culminates in an extended period of clinical practice, during which you will develop confidence and competence.

"The School of Radiography works closely with colleagues from clinical practice to ensure the content of the course teaching remains current and relevant, and that students are fully prepared for their role; the fact our graduates are so sought-after by our clinical partners is testament that we achieve this goal."