BSc (Hons) DIAGNOSTIC RADIOGRAPHY

London South Bank University

United Kingdom, London

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London South Bank University

United Kingdom , London

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Southwark

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines24-Sep-2026

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Duration 3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 17,600 / year(s)

Next Intake 24-Sep-2026

BSc (Hons) DIAGNOSTIC RADIOGRAPHY

About

Radiography is a critical tool at the technological forefront of the fast-changing healthcare environment. Its importance makes it a dynamic and developing profession that’s highly in demand, and this course will set you up for a successful career as a Diagnostic Radiographer. You’ll combine academic study with clinical practice in London’s renowned teaching hospitals to graduate with all the skills you need to produce the highest quality images while providing patients with excellent care. You’ll then be able to apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Diagnostic Radiographer, enabling you to take your first post in your exciting career.

This course provides an all-encompassing experience that enables you to put theory into practice. We have an excellent working relationship with our numerous clinical training sites who offer an excellent overall student experience and contribute to the development of well-rounded newly qualified Diagnostic Radiographers, ready to take on the exciting challenge of the first post after graduation.

The programme is awarded the Diagnostic Radiography Course of the Year 2022, Radiology Awards 2022

Why Diagnostic Radiography at LSBU?

poll: Winner of Diagnostic Radiographer Course of the Year 2022 - Radiology Awards. Approved by the Health and Care Professions Council and accredited by the Society and College of Radiographers.
check-circle: Our graduates from this course are currently working as Radiographers major London hospitals, including Whipps Cross, West Middlesex, St George's and Guy's.
medkit: On completion, you can apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council as a diagnostic radiographer.
heartbeat: Gain clinical experience in many of London's internationally renowned teaching hospitals.
clinic-medical: Access to the Digital Diagnostic X-ray Room and the Digital Interpretation Lab.
rocket: Career opportunities: 94 percent of Health Professions graduates get graduate level jobs or are in further education at professional or higher education level, within 15 months of graduation (Guardian University Guide 2024).
user-md: Students on this course could be eligible to receive a non-repayable amount of up to £11,000 per academic year with the NHS Learning Support Fund.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Entry Level Requirements

Need further information? Call us on 0800 923 8888 to discuss entry requirements.

Entry to the Diagnostic Radiography course will be based on your personal statement and academic results. Academic results must include the following:

A Level BBB including Science or;
BTEC National Diploma DDD in Science or professionally relevant subject or;
Access to HE Diploma in Science or similar with 30 Distinctions of which 18 must be in Science or;
Equivalent level 3 qualifications also considered
5 GCSEs A-C including Maths, English and Science or equivalent (reformed GCSEs grade 4 or above).

Additional entry requirements

All Applicants must be 18 years or over at the commencement of the course
Provide satisfactory references
Occupational health clearance
Enhanced Disclosure Barring Service (DBS)
Proof of ordinary residency
A valid passport required for enrolment purposes
Personal qualities and values in line with those expected by the NHS constitution

Personal Statement

It is important to focus on your personal statement to let us know why you are the right candidate to study Diagnostic Radiography at LSBU. Try to include answers to the five questions below within your statement and ensure it is personal to you:

1. Why Diagnostic Radiography?

What traits and characteristics do you have that will make you a great radiographer? What are your goals for this career?

2. What is your understanding of the role of a Diagnostic Radiographer?

What is the scope of practice and what skills are required? Include examples to show you have these skills.

3. Why do you want to study at London South Bank University?

4. Do you have any experience in a health care environment or imaging department?

Explain what you have gained from this experience and why you think you are suited to the role. This experience could be for a day or a week. Experience in a radiography department or a healthcare environment is a great way to see firsthand what a radiographer does on a day-to-day basis. This is not a requirement for the course however it is seen as beneficial.

5. Do you have any hobbies, interests, work or volunteer experience that can be applied to working as a Diagnostic Radiographer?

Explain what it is and how it will help to prepare you for a career as a Diagnostic Radiographer.

English language

Those whom English is not their first language must achieve a minimum score of 7.0 overall or equivalent with not less than 7.0 in the listening and reading sections and not less than 7.0 in the writing and speaking sections for the International English Language Test Score (IELTS) at the time of application.

Advanced entry

If you have already completed some studies at another university, we may be able to consider you for advanced entry. Please see our advanced entry page for more information.

Foundation Year

If you have been out of study for a considerable amount of time or have slightly missed the entry requirements this course, you can take your first steps to becoming a registered practitioner with our Health and Social Care Foundation year. Boost your qualifications and confidence for further study with this one-year introductory course and on completion of this course you will be guaranteed entry on to one of our 13 health BSc pre-registration health and social care degrees.

Career

Careers

Employability Service

At LSBU, we want to set you up for a successful career. During your studies – and for two years after you graduate – you’ll have access to our Employability Service, which includes:

An online board where you can see a wide range of placements: part-time, full-time or voluntary.
Our Careers Gym offering group workshops on CVs, interview techniques and finding work experience, as well as regular presentations from employers across a range of sectors.