Diagnostic Radiography (Pre-Registration) Msc

University of Brighton

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2 years

Course duration

8/31/2025

Start Date

US$21825

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Course Overview This course 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 course 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 course 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 patients – are embedded in our curriculum. How you'll be assessed Teaching at the university includes keynote lectures from subject specialists and expert patients, workshops, pre-recorded content, student led case-based group work, presentations, seminars, webinars, peer teaching and learning, guided independent study, self-directed study, clinically-based activities and e-learning including group work in Wikis and blogs, video analysis and discussion boards. The final dissertation provides you with a project on a topic of your choice. You’ll be encouraged to be research active and this translates directly into developing creative relationships between teaching, learning and research. 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 BSc(Hons) means that you'll be eligible to apply for HCPC registration. HCPC approval for this new course is pending and will be in place for the start of the course. 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.

For international students

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. 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. IELTS 7.0 overall, with no part below 6.5.

2 years - Full time

Fee

£16,900.00 (US$ 21,825) per yearThe fee for 2024/25 entry is: £16,900. There might be slight increase in fee for 2025/26 entry. This is a fixed fee Please check with institution

Start Date

8/31/2025

Address

Falmer Campus, Village Way, Falmer, Brighton, Brighton and Hove, BN1 9PH, SOUTHERN ENGLAND, England

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The University of Brighton is a public university spread across four campuses in Brighton and Eastbourne in the UK, offering over 200 programmes in subjects ranging from illustration to engineering. The University holds many accolades, including the TEF Silver Award, which recognises its high-quality teaching.
Throughout their time at the institution, students have the chance to undertake work placements on their course to gain practical experience in the industry of their choice. This has resulted in 94.4% of graduates going on to find work within six months of graduating (DLHE). Students also benefit from a dedicated careers service, which offers everything from one-to-one guidance with an advisor, to help with writing a stand-out CV and cover letter.
There are over 60 sports clubs and more than 100 student societies on offer at the University, and students are encouraged to get involved in some to meet new friends, pursue their interests and gain a new skill for their CV. There is also the option of starting their own society.
It is important to the institution that all students feel happy and safe during their time learning, and are well looked after with a range of support services. These include a confidential counselling team, LGBTQ+ support, access to study tutors, information on health and wellbeing and a dedicated service for those with a disability or special need.
During their degree, students can apply to study abroad at an exchange university. This is an ideal way for them to learn about a new culture, experience life in another country and gain confidence while facing new challenges.

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