Diagnostic Radiography BSc (Hons) at University of Liverpool

This is a vocational programme with approximately 50:50 ratio theory to practice.

The programme will prepare you personally and professionally, for the role of a competent caring radiographer, within the diagnostic imaging department. You will gain the knowledge and skills, to undertake a comprehensive range of radiographic techniques needed for first post competencies working in the modern healthcare sector.

You will develop an awareness of anatomy, physiology and pathology, using radiographic and cross sectional images, along with an understanding of radiological science, associated with medical imaging and radiation protection. You will also acquire an appreciation of research methods with respect to diagnostic radiography and the importance of evidence-based practice in relation to the profession.

Programme in detail

This vocational programme is delivered in both the university academic setting and at clinical placement sites throughout the region.

As a student, you will be allocated a hospital placement to attend in several clinical blocks, throughout each of the three years. The focus of each of these placements is closely linked to the academic modules, which are taught using a variety of student centred teaching styles including traditional lectures and small group tutorials. You will also have the opportunity to engage in the award winning team based learning (TBL) approach, an internationally recognised effective teaching method, well evaluated by our current students. You will participate in problembased learning, where discussions around ‘patient-specific’ scenarios help to enhance your understanding of related issues. You will also be involved in interprofessional learning, which features in all three years of the programme and assists you in understanding the multidisciplinary team (MDT) approach to healthcare.

The modules, which are delivered at the University, follow four strategic themes. These include: patient centred radiographic practice, anatomy, physiology and pathology, radiation science and research methods. There is an onsite imaging suite and CT scanner to assist in the delivery. All modules are compulsory and must be successfully completed before progression to the next year of study.

A continuous clinical assessment scheme, linked to the radiographic practice modules is used in the clinical sites, to record your clinical performance and give you regular feedback, which will enhance your clinical learning. The information is stored on an iPad, which will be for you to use throughout the duration of the programme.

During the programme, you will also have the opportunity to enrich your clinical experience by undertaking an elective placement in an imaging department of your choice, which can be locally, nationally or internationally.

Career prospects

As a graduate of the School of Health Sciences you’ll be eligible to apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) or the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). You can look forward to a career in the National Health Service, Social Services or the private sector.

You will have gained a qualification that meets the Government’s criteria for ‘fitness for purpose’ and ‘fitness for practice’ as well as developing transferable skills such as communication, information technology, problem solving and teamwork.

A recent National Student Survey awarded Diagnostic Radiography 100% for student satisfaction (NSS 2018). On graduation from this programme you are eligible for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the Society and College of Radiographers (SCoR). You will belong to a well-respected profession, at the forefront of modern medicine.

The programme is internationally recognised and has a 100% undergraduate employment record, with opportunities in both the NHS and private sector. You will enjoy excellent job satisfaction in a rewarding progressive career.