Diagnostic Radiography (pre-registration) MSc

University of Brighton

United Kingdom, Brighton

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University of Brighton

United Kingdom , Brighton

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Research

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Brighton- Falmer

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines12-Jan-2026

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Duration 2 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 18,900 / year

Next Intake 12-Jan-2026

Diagnostic Radiography (pre-registration) MSc

About

The Diagnostic Radiography MSc degree prepares you to become a registered diagnostic radiographer in two years. You’ll study for a masters and meet statutory requirements to gain a professionally recognised qualification.

The degree is ideal for graduates with related first degrees who wish to gain both a professional and academic qualification and start a career in this highly rewarding field.

As a diagnostic radiographer you’ll play a key role in medical teams taking high-quality imaging to help diagnose and monitor illness or injuries to enable patients to receive the right treatment.

You’ll develop the required technical skills and knowledge, and the caring skills needed for a successful career, emphasising how statutory requirements are met. Around 50% of your course will be spent gaining experience on placement.

The teaching team includes experienced radiographers. You’ll also benefit from visiting lecturers from collaborating healthcare organisations.

The focus on interdisciplinary learning across all our health courses enriches your experience while also preparing you for the reality of professional practice.

Recognising that patients come first in everything the NHS does, and the values of the NHS constitution – respect, dignity, compassion and working together for service users – are embedded in our curriculum.

The Diagnostic Radiography (pre-registration) MSc gives you the opportunity to earn a postgraduate degree and broaden your specialty knowledge.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Degree and experience
Typically an undergraduate degree of 2:2 or above. Candidates without a healthcare or science background may be considered with some evidence of having studied science, such as A-level biology, or with an appropriate level of recent practical experience in healthcare or science. Normally, applicants would be expected to provide recent evidence of formal study within the last five years. Observation experience in a radiography setting would be an advantage. Studied before or got relevant experience?
If you have studied appropriate level 6 or masters-level modules at another recognised institution, you may wish to apply for recognition of prior learning (RPL) and transfer of these credits towards the course. Students wishing to apply for RPL should contact the course leader initially. The request will be considered in accordance General Examination and Assessment Regulations (GEAR) of the university. English language requirements
IELTS 7.0 overall, with no part below 6.5. 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 no part below 6.5.

Career

Careers

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 (pre-registration) MSC 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.