Diagnostic Radiography BSc (Hons)
University of Bradford
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Diagnostic Radiography (or Medical Imaging) is the practice of using various forms of radiation to produce high-quality images which aid in the diagnosis and subsequent treatment of injury or disease.It is a technology-dependent discipline, which has patient care as its main concern. Historically, radiographers primarily used X-rays. With advances in technology, radiography also embraces techniques such as computed tomography (CT scanning), ultrasonography, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and ...Read more

Diagnostic Radiography (or Medical Imaging) is the practice of using various forms of radiation to produce high-quality images which aid in the diagnosis and subsequent treatment of injury or disease.It is a technology-dependent discipline, which has patient care as its main concern. Historically, radiographers primarily used X-rays. With advances in technology, radiography also embraces techniques such as computed tomography (CT scanning), ultrasonography, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and nuclear medicine.During your course you will have the opportunity to participate in all of these techniques, and you may then decide to specialise in one or more of these areas once you are qualified.


Professional accreditation

This course is approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), the statutory regulatory body for allied health professionals.By the end of your studies you will meet the professional educational standards which confers eligibility to apply for registration with the HCPC. The course is also approved by the Society of Radiographers, and during your course of study you will be able to join the Society as a student member.

Key stats

WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2024 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
62/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
38th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
106th
Medical Technology
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 95 = 5% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
5%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
100%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Medical Technology graduate salary at this uni
£22,000
UK Medical Technology graduate salary
£22,000
What students say
M
Mahreen
28 Feb 24

Worst aspect is the assignments and exams as they can be very stressful and best aspect is the friends I made whilst being..Read more

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Alyshba
28 Feb 24

Lecturers are very open and friendly..Read more

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Entry requirements

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A level:

ABB Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

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UCAS Tariff:

128 Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

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International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

DDM Grades / Points required

128 to include 3 A levels. At least one of the A levels should be in a Science, Mathematics or a Technology related subject. If a Science A level is taken a Pass in the Science Practical is also required, plus GCSEs with grade C or grade 4, to include English Language, Mathematics, and a science. Level 2 equivalencies are accepted.

128 UCAS tariff points to include 3 Advanced Highers, at least one of which must be Science, Mathematics or a Technology related subject, plus GCSEs with grade C or grade 4, to include English Language, Mathematics, and a science. Level 2 equivalencies are accepted.

128 UCAS tariff points to include 3 full A Levels, with at least one in Science, Maths or a Technology-related subject (Sociology and Psychology are not considered Sciences), plus GCSEs with grade C or grade 4, to include English Language, Mathematics, and a science. Level 2 equivalencies are accepted.

128 UCAS tariff points. Applicants must be studying an Access to HE Diploma in Health Professions or Science, plus GCSEs with grade C or grade 4, to include English Language, Mathematics, and a science. Level 2 equivalencies are accepted.

128 UCAS Tariff points to include 3 HL subjects with 1 HL in Maths or a Science subject.Must include HL 3 or SL4 in Maths, Science and English Language and Literature A or English B.

DDM in a relevant Health or Science related BTEC, plus GCSEs with grade C or grade 4, to include English Language, Mathematics, and a science. Level 2 equivalencies are accepted.

Popular A-level subjects

Medical Technology

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Biology
53%
Chemistry
33%
Psychology
28%
Mathematics
24%
Health & Social Care
11%
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Tuition fees

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England

£9,250 per year

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Students from England

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This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Scotland

This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Wales

This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Northern Ireland

This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Channel Islands

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this is subject to change.

£23,290 per year

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Students from EU

This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£23,290 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

This is the fee you pay if you are an International student. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£23290 Per year

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