Diagnostic Radiography BSc(Hons)

University of Brighton

United Kingdom, Brighton

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University of Brighton

United Kingdom , Brighton

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

B821

Campuses

Brighton- Falmer

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines12-Jan-2026

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Duration 3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 18,900 / year

Next Intake 12-Jan-2026

Diagnostic Radiography BSc(Hons)

About

Diagnostic radiographers play a key role in medical teams by taking imaging. This helps to diagnose and monitor illness or injuries enabling patients to receive the right treatment.

It's a rewarding career and there is high demand for qualified practitioners.

On our Diagnostic Radiography degree you'll develop the technical skills and knowledge needed to meet statutory requirements.

You'll gain a professionally recognised qualification, and the caring skills needed for a successful career.

At university you'll practise your skills in our Clinical Imaging Suite and have clinical placements in each year of the degree.

A Diagnostic Radiography degree course prepares you to work in medical teams taking high-quality imaging to help diagnose and monitor illness or injuries.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

A-levels or BTEC
A-level BBC (112 UCAS Tariff points) with grade B in a science subject – biology, human biology, physics or chemistry. BTEC Extended Diploma DMM in either health and social care, or applied science. If you have a combination of A-levels and BTEC, your A-levels must include grade B in a science subject International Baccalaureate
28 points with three subjects at higher level including a science – biology, human biology, physics or chemistry.
Access to HE Diploma
Pass with 60 credits overall. At least 45 credits at level 3, with 18 credits at distinction which must include units in biological science, and 27 credits at merit or above. T-level
Merit in the Health, Healthcare Science or Science T-levels. Other T-levels are not accepted. GCSE (minimum grade C or grade 4)
At least three subjects including English language and maths. If you do not have the required GCSEs, find out which equivalent qualifications we accept instead. Age requirement
Applicants must be aged 18 or over on the day the course begins. English language requirements
IELTS 7.0 overall with a minimum of 6.5 in each element. Find out more about the other English qualifications that we accept. Occupational health screening and vaccinations
You will need to complete an occupational health screening and we strongly encourage that you get all of the required vaccinations. Particular vaccinations are a requirement of certain NHS placement providers and are in place to protect you and the patients. Without the appropriate vaccinations you will not be able to undertake some placements – and this may impact on your ability to complete your course. The list of required vaccinations is updated by the NHS and may change over the course of your studies. Interview
Applicants will be required to attend an interview. You'll also need to pass occupational health and Disclosure and Barring (DBS) checks.

English Program Requirements

English language requirements
IELTS 7.0 overall with a minimum of 6.5 in each element. Find out more about the other English qualifications that we accept.

Career

Careers

Becoming a diagnostic radiographer

There is a growing demand for radiographers.

To practice as a radiographer you need to register with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) – successful completion of our Diagnostic Radiography BSc(Hons) means that you'll be eligible to apply for HCPC registration.

If you work for the NHS, you're likely to work in the radiology and imaging department providing a service for most departments within the hospital including accident and emergency, outpatients, operating theatres and wards. You may work in private clinics and hospitals.

As well working with other health professionals including healthcare scientists working in non-ionising imaging, you may supervise the work of radiography assistants or imaging support assistants.

You could choose to specialise in a particular type of imaging such as computerised tomography or sonography or working with a specific group of patients such as children or stroke patients.

You could also move into management of local radiology services.

As a radiographer in the NHS you'll start your career as a Band 5. Pay scales can be found on the NHS website.

Want to know more about being an allied health professional?

The Springpod virtual work experience programme offers the opportunity for anyone aged 14-25 to learn more about a career as an allied health professional. You’ll develop key skills for the profession, hear from NHS professionals about their day-to-day work, complete assignments and join live workshops. Find out more about the Springpod virtual work experience programme.

Supporting your employability

Outside of your course, our Careers Service is here to support you as you discover (and re-discover) your strengths and what matters to you. We are here for you throughout your university journey as you work towards a fulfilling and rewarding career.

Connect with our careers team

Find part-time work that you can combine with your studies.
Find, or be, a mentor or get involved with our peer-to-peer support scheme.
Develop your business ideas through our entrepreneurial support network.
Get professional advice and support with career planning, CV writing and interview top tips.
Meet potential employers at our careers fairs.
Find rewarding volunteering opportunities to help you discover more about what makes you tick, and build your CV.

Whatever your career needs, we are here to help. And that's not just while you are a student, our support carries on after you've graduated.

Find out more about our Careers Service...

Further study

We offer a range of opportunities for health professionals who wish to develop their professional practice. These include:

You could also choose to apply for a research degree and join our team of world-leading researchers.