Radiographers maintain a crucial role in frontline healthcare to provide diagnosis of injury or disease. This is a challenging and innovative course that provides you with opportunities to lead, manage and develop entrepreneurial and strategic skills within a range of settings.

The role of a diagnostic radiographer involves interacting with patients and making them feel relaxed and empowered with their health decisions, while conducting complex technical clinical procedures. Our course ensures you become a proactive, competent, confident and responsible practitioner with the vital skills needed to enter this exciting and rewarding career.

During this course you will learn how to assess radiographs (X-rays) for quality and provide commentary upon possible injury or disease. You will develop your practical knowledge and skills from day one in our simulation suites, which include a radiographic imaging suite, operating theatre and wards, so that you have the experience and confidence to become an integral part of a multi-professional team. The innovative curriculum enhances both employability and postgraduate skills helping to challenge and develop you at every point.

We are renowned for expertise in advanced areas of diagnostic radiography, clinical reporting and ultrasound imaging and were the first higher education institution to offer postgraduate courses in Clinical Reporting for radiographers. Our teaching staff are at the forefront of many areas of world leading research, spanning clinical reporting (x-ray, MRI, CT, US), nuclear medicine, forensic imaging and interdisciplinary working.

When you graduate, you’ll be eligible to register as a diagnostic radiographer with the HCPC. You will also have the unique opportunity to achieve the CMI Level 5 Certificate in Management and Leadership as part of your course. Enhance your career prospects by gaining the skills, knowledge, and recognition to thrive in healthcare leadership.