Diagnostic Radiography (Pre-Registration) MSc
University of Derby
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This is one of a very small number of MSc Pre-Registration courses in Diagnostic Radiography in the UK, and currently the only one in the region Study a course approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), meaning youll be eligible to apply for registration as a Diagnostic Radiographer as soon as you graduate, as long as you meet the HCPC’s requirements. Develop as a competent, reflective practitioner who is capable of working both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary ...Read more

This is one of a very small number of MSc Pre-Registration courses in Diagnostic Radiography in the UK, and currently the only one in the region Study a course approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), meaning you'll be eligible to apply for registration as a Diagnostic Radiographer as soon as you graduate, as long as you meet the HCPC’s requirements. Develop as a competent, reflective practitioner who is capable of working both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team Enhance your critical thinking, enquiry and research skills using state-of-the-art facilities, including our Clinical Skills Suite which contains a purpose-built Diagnostic imaging suite to match the equipment you'll use in your career Engage with an enthusiastic, experienced teaching team who use a variety of learning approaches to help you develop your professional and academic skills Explore your passion in a variety of work placement opportunities including large teaching hospitals which offer a wide range of imaging modalities, to smaller community hospitals offering more locally based care Enhance your employability and career prospects, building on the skill and knowledge of your undergraduate degree This course provides you with all the knowledge and practical experience you’ll need to become a qualified Diagnostic Radiographer. In addition to developing the necessary technical and professional skills required for safe and effective clinical practice, you will develop a deep and critical understanding of the profession, vital for shaping the future of radiography. This course is an accelerated programme of study, delivered over two full calendar years (September - September). Due to the accelerated nature of the course, you will spend the majority of the summer period in clinical placement, developing the required practical skills.

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48/279
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37th
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79th
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14 Dec 25

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Millie
11 Dec 25

I love the facilities available especially in T-block for healthcare students there’s lots of valuable resources. To improve there could be more available seating in the atrium/..Read more

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Entry requirements

Applicants are required to hold a science or healthcare-related degree at a minimum of 2:1. If the degree was awarded more than five years ago, evidence of recent successful study at level 6 or above within the past two years is normally required. Additionally, applicants must have five GCSE passes at grade C or above, including Mathematics and English Language. If the first degree is not in a pure science (biology, chemistry, or physics), or if a pure science A level at grade B or above has not been achieved, then at least one pure science GCSE at grade C or above is required.

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£9,535 per year

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£17,500 per year

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£17,500 per year

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University of Derby
Kedleston Road Derby Derbyshire DE22 1GB United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Peartree  1.8 miles away

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