- Provides extensive workplace learning and practice within an imaging department, supported by academic learning from the University
- The University of Exeter has offered a BSc in Medical Imaging since 2004; since then our course has consistently been ranked as one of the best in the UK
- Apprentices will have access to our state-of-the-art, purpose-built facilities including X-ray room, MRI scanner and lab space
- Provides the opportunity for apprentices to give back to their imaging department by undertaking a research project in years two and three
- Successful graduates of our programme are eligible to apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a diagnostic radiographer
Diagnostic Radiographer Degree Apprenticeship
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Duration3 year(s)
Tuition FeeGBP 32,278 / year(s)
Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2026
Diagnostic Radiographer Degree Apprenticeship
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Requirements
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements
| Qualification | Typical offer | Required subjects |
|---|---|---|
| GCSE | C or 4 | English and Maths |
| A Level | BBC |
GCE A-level science grade B Acceptable science subjects include Biology/Human Biology*; Chemistry; Computing; Design and Technology; Electronics; Environmental Studies; Geography; Geology; Life and Health Sciences, Maths/Pure Maths/Further Maths*; Physical Education; Physics; Psychology; Science (applied); Statistics. *If more than one of these is taken, they would only count as one 'science' but could count as two A levels towards our general requirements. |
| IB | 28/554 | Higher Level 5 in a Science Subject |
| BTEC | DDM | The BTEC Extended Diploma in Health Sciences will be accepted without the need for an additional A level science subject. All other applicants will be required to have grade B in an acceptable A ‘Level Science subject. |
| ACCESS | 24 L3 credits at Distinction Grade and 21 L3 credits at Merit Grade | 12 Level 3 credits at Merit Grade in a relevant science subject area. The Access to Radiography, Health Science or Science will be accepted without the need for an additional A’ Level science subject. All other applicants will be required to have grade B in an acceptable A’ Level Science subject. |
| T-level | Merit | T-Level in Health Care Sciences |
| Foundation Degree | 60 credits at 60% | 60 credits at 60% in a relevant subject |
| Level 3 Apprenticeship | n/a | Senior Healthcare Support Worker - Diagnostic Imaging Support Pathway only. |
| Equivalences | View other grade equivalences |
NB General Studies is not included in any offer.
Applicants must also have a valid and eligible residency status to gain entry onto the apprenticeship – please see the ESFA guidance for further information.
There is an additional requirement of the Health and Care Professions Council that apprentices whose first language is not English need to meet IELTS requirements of at least 7.0 overall and no less than 6.5 in any other section.
English Requirements
- PTEMin 67
- IELTSMin 6.5
- TOEFLMin 90
English Program Requirements
Test Name: IELTS Academic, IELTS Online, IELTS One Skill Retake and IELTS Indicator (IELTS – Academic version)
Required Score: 6.0 overall and no less than 6.0 in any section
Test Name: TOEFL iBT, TOEFL iBT Home Edition, TOEFL iBT Paper Edition and TOEFL MyBest scores
Required Score: Overall score 87 with minimum scores of 21 for writing, listening, reading and speaking.
Test Name: Pearson Test of English (Academic) PTE
Required Score: 64 overall with no less than 64 in all communicative skills
Test Name: LanguageCert International ESOL SELT
Required Score: B2 Communicator with minimum 33 in writing, speaking, listening & reading
Test Name: LanguageCert Academic
Required Score: 65 overall and no less than 65 in any skills score
Test Name: INTO Pre-sessional English
Required Score: 60 and no less than 60 in any sub-section
Test Name: Study Group Academic English
Required Score: Minimum of 60% overall, no less than 60% in any section
Test Name: Skills for English: SELT
Required Score: B2 Pass
Test Name: Duolingo English Test - test taken up to 30th June 2024
Required Score: 110 overall and no less than 110 in Literacy, 95 in Conversation, 110 in Comprehension and 90 in Production
Test Name: Duolingo English Test - test taken from 1st July 2024
Required Score: 110 overall and no less than 110 in any Integrated Subscore
Career
Careers
Career opportunities:
There is a consistently great need for radiographers with strong clinical skills who enjoy working with patients. Radiography provides a very diverse range of careers such as advanced and consultant practice, including radiographer reporting and radiographer led-discharge.
Radiography is an area of practice that is constantly evolving and as such, can be a very rewarding career. In addition, career opportunities exist within research, further developing the profession, as well as within leadership and management.
A Medical Imaging degree is a passport to an interesting job and a fulfilling career. There is a grading structure that sees an individual’s salary increase as they move up in the profession.
Internationally recognised qualifications:
Radiographers trained in the UK are recognised as being among the best in the world and the health providers of many countries recruit in the UK. On graduation you will be eligible to apply for registration as a diagnostic radiographer with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and for membership of the Society and College of Radiographers.
The University’s Careers Service provides a range of support to help apprentices develop skills attractive to employers. Visit our careers service pages for more information.
Fee Information
Tuition Fee
32,278 / year(s)
Diagnostic Radiographer Degree Apprenticeship
The University of Exeter
United Kingdom, Exeter