This programme allows qualified assistant practitioners working in the field of medical imaging to progress their existing qualification to a full BSc Honours Degree in Diagnostic Radiography. They will then be eligible to apply to the HCPC to enter their register as a Diagnostic Radiographer. It is intended for assistant practitioners who have already achieved a relevant foundation degree and have completed an AP radiographer bridging course.
The applicant must be working in a medical imaging department with the full support of their employer to undertake this course.
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This programme allows qualified assistant practitioners working in the field of medical imaging to progress their existing qualification to a full BSc Honours Degree in Diagnostic Radiography. They will then be eligible to apply to the HCPC to enter their register as a Diagnostic Radiographer. It is intended for assistant practitioners who have already achieved a relevant foundation degree and have completed an AP radiographer bridging course.<br/><br/>The applicant must be working in a medical imaging department with the full support of their employer to undertake this course.<br/><br/>**Course Overview**<br/>Students will continue to work as an employee at their place of work while undertaking this programme, with time being allocated by their employer to allow them to meet necessary academic and clinical competencies. This includes a minimum of 20% off-the-job training time to cover both university study time and clinical skills outside of the students usual scope of practice.<br/><br/>**On This Course You Will** <br/>- Gain knowledge and understanding of the continually changing and expanding field of medical diagnostic imaging.<br/><br/><br/>- Learn in both academic and clinical settings with the support of expert practitioners and academics. <br/><br/><br/>- Develop a professional attitude to the current working environment and an understanding of the dynamic and changing nature of clinical roles.<br/><br/><br/>- Become a resilient, proficient communicator whose values are centred around effective and compassionate patient care.<br/><br/><br/>- Further develop your ability to work as a critically reflective practitioner who engages in safe and effective practice.<br/>
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
1 Years
Start Date
03/2026
Campus
Lancaster
29 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
B820
Institution Code
C99
Points of Entry
Year 1
Not Accepted
GCSE Maths and English or equivalent at grade 4/C or above
Successful completion of FdSc Assistant Practitioner programme (or equivalent) plus completion of Radiographer AP Bridging course.
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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EU, England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales | £9,250 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |