Diagnostic Radiography BSc (Hons)

<strong>A Brighton Diagnostic Radiography degree prepares you for a rewarding career where you’ll play a key role in medical teams by taking imaging to help diagnose and monitor illness or injuries and ensure patients receive the right treatment.</strong> <br/><br/>This course is approved by the College of Radiographers and the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), ensuring you will develop the technical skills and knowledge needed to meet statutory requirements. Successful completion of the degree means you will be eligible to apply for HCPC registration and practice as a radiographer. <br/><br/>At Brighton, you’ll be part of a community that helps you grow, no matter what your background. Throughout the course you’ll develop core radiography competencies – around 50% of your time will be spent on placement in a variety of diagnostic radiography settings in hospitals, the community and the private sector. You will also build confidence and develop your skills in real-life scenarios in our Clinical Imaging Suite. Our inclusive approach to learning will help you go further; we’ll make sure you play to your strengths and learn in ways that suit you best.   <br/><br/>There is a high demand for qualified radiographers, and Brighton’s diagnostic radiography graduates build their careers in the NHS and private clinics. There are also opportunities to specialise in a particular type of imaging or to work with a specific group of patients.   <br/><br/><strong>Top reasons to choose this course</strong> <br/>• Approved by the College of Radiographers and the Health and Care Professions Council. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Learn in our Clinical Imaging Suite with X-ray table and tube, and PACS/DICOM image store. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Clinical placements in each year will build your experience with opportunities in hospitals, community and private sector settings. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Opportunities to gain experience with CT, PET scanning, nuclear medicine, MRI, neuroradiography, interventional radiography, cardiac cath labs, ultrasound and contrast media. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Learn with a teaching team that includes experienced radiographers. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Visiting guest lecturers from collaborating healthcare organisations. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Non-repayable grant of at least £6,000 each academic year. <br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>Why Brighton is a great place to study Diagnostic Radiography</strong> <br/>Brighton is less than an hour from central London and has been named one of the 50 best cities in the world and the happiest city in the UK by Time Out.