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MSc Diagnostic Radiography (Pre-Registration)

Working in diagnostic radiography is fun, challenging and full of opportunities. No day is ever the same for a diagnostic radiographer, and you’ll be engaging a wide range of patients throughout your career.

Our course at BNU is a fantastic opportunity for you to become registered with the and gain work experience in local trusts around Buckinghamshire, Berkshire and Oxford! You’ll master the latest equipment and learn from experienced radiography lecturers.

Why study Diagnostic Radiography?

Accredited Curriculum

This two-year, full-time course is accredited by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and is the first of its kind in the Buckinghamshire, Berkshire, and Oxfordshire region.

Comprehensive Clinical Placements

Gain extensive hands-on experience through placements with local NHS Trusts in Buckinghamshire, Berkshire, and Oxfordshire, ensuring your readiness for diverse clinical environments.

State-of-the-Art Facilities and Expert Faculty

Our course offers access to cutting-edge imaging equipment and is taught by experienced academic staff and clinicians, providing a rich learning environment for you to feel ready for the workplace.

Why study at Buckinghamshire New University?

Developed from professional insight and working experience, the programme has been developed in partnership with our local NHS Trusts. Our MSc Diagnostic Radiography course will equip you with skills in evidence-based practice, research, and leadership. Our programme is led by experienced academic staff and clinicians at the forefront of their subjects whose experience you will benefit from.

BNU provides clinical placements within Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Berkshire areas. Our MSc will put you in good stead to pursue work locally at our trusts, after graduation, should you wish to remain here.

This course is designed for a wide range of applicants. It is a great option for those with degrees in healthcare, science, engineering or medicine who want to move towards a technological and innovative role as part of their master’s study

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Successful completion of the course provides eligibility to apply for state registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and be professionally recognised by the College of Radiographers to practise in the UK.

What facilities can I use?

BNU offers a unique learning environment at our High Wycombe Campus. We have a number of multi-functional clinical skills suites with a range of equipment to aid your training. As part of our development, we have also invested in Virtual Reality (VR) technology to practise your skills in a simulated environment. Situated in the South Wing, the centralised location of your course will enable collaborative learning opportunities with other healthcare professions programmes including ODP, Physiotherapy and Paramedicine to simulate multidisciplinary team working.

BNU also had close links with High Wycombe Hospital to provide further opportunities for clinical learning. Our library is packed with all the information you need for your assessments, and there’s plenty of room to knuckle down for some quiet study.

We will also sign you up to our Virtual Learning Environment, which means you will have access to lots of online resources wherever you are! In addition, apps anywhere service allows you to access software anywhere including at home.

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What will I study?

Our teaching is designed to prepare you for clinical practice and encourage your learning.

Some of the topics you will learn about include radiographic anatomy and physiology, applied sciences for radiography, radiation physics, image interpretation and patient care within the scope of radiography.

Our programme uses a modern and innovative integrated blended learning approach, using technology to support face-to-face teaching. Learning activities will focus on clinical skills and problem-based learning, which are further supported by lectures, e-learning, practical sessions, tutorials, and online and face-to-face seminars as appropriate.

This course is perfect for anyone who wishes to leave university fully equipped for a career in radiography, working in the NHS, in private practice or beyond. If you are interested in how medical technology and radiography can help people you will learn about that in detail, with the skills to apply the theory you learn at BNU to a new career in this field.

How will I be taught and assessed?

You will be active participants in the learning process, with your thoughts, ideas, and contributions respected throughout. A variety of assessment methods will be employed to test your knowledge. Some of the ways you will be assessed include:

written examination
written coursework
oral presentations
viva (oral examination)
objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCE)
portfolio
clinical case studies

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What are the course entry requirements?

A typical offer includes five GCSEs at grade C or above, including English language or literature, mathematics, and a science subject.

A minimum of 2:1 degree (or equivalent) in a related field. Related degrees include medical, health, sports and science degrees, such as biology, biochemistry, chemistry, and physiology. Other degrees are considered on an individual basis. Advice on equivalent status of overseas awards will be obtained from the National Academic Recognition and Information Centre for the UK (NARIC).

Additionally, practical experience relating to Diagnostic Radiography, such as shadowing, work placement, access to virtual placements or healthcare work experience, will support your application.

Please note we are currently not accepting applications from International students for this course.

Modules

This provides a guide of the modules that make up your course. You can find more information about how your course is structured on our Academic Advice section.

Year 1

Core Modules

Credits

Professional Practice and Anatomy for Imaging

20

Credits: 20

This module prepares you for professional life as a diagnostic radiographer. We will focus on providing you with a sound foundation to develop key transferable professional skills and knowledge on. This includes communication; IT; problem solving; clinical reasoning; working with others; risk management; reflection & anatomy, physiology and the pat...

Imaging Practice 1

20

Credits: 20

This module will introduce you to the common radiographic techniques employed in projection radiography and discuss care of the patient for such. It will foster a critical and questioning approach to the practice of radiography. The module will enable you to apply the knowledge you gained during the Professional Practice module to the production of...

Radiation Imaging and Science

20

Credits: 20

This module aims to provide you with an understanding of the physical principles of the science behind a range of medical imaging equipment used in radiology departments. Regulations and guidance relating to the safe use of ionising radiation and radiation protection practices will be covered in detail.

Imaging Practice 2

20

Credits: 20

This module aims to provide you with an understanding of the role of imaging in the diagnosis, management and treatment of pathology and enable you to recognise the importance of diagnostic imaging modalities. You can begin to learn and perform a wide range of radiographic examinations including more complex procedures.

Evidence-Based Practice

20

Credits: 20

This module will equip you with the core skills and understanding to appraise evidence and assess its appropriateness to be implemented into practice. You will develop an understanding of approaches that contribute to the advancement of knowledge in the field of diagnostic radiography.

Clinical Practice 1

0

Credits: 0

This is a work-based practice module. This module comprises two practice placement blocks. You will undertake one 10 week (31.5 hours/week) and a 5 week (31.5 hours/week) practice placement blocks, to provide 472.5 hours of clinical practice. You will also be expected to undertake directed study (identified reading) and private study according to y...

Year 2

Core Modules

Credits

Clinical Judgement and Decision Making

20

Credits: 20

This module explores the application of theories and frameworks to clinical judgement and clinical decision making in practice and the legal, professional and ethical issues in the practice of diagnostic radiography. Using these frameworks, we will examine the underlying principles of image perception and pattern recognition and apply these princip...

Becoming an Autonomous Practitioner

20

Credits: 20

This module is designed to prepare you for your first post as a diagnostic radiographer. It will afford the opportunity to explore a range of professional issues and the wider implications of current government initiatives and policies and to critically reflect on the NHS constitution, principles, and values.

Independent Scholarship

40

Credits: 40

This module builds upon the module Evidence Based Practice and will enable you to further develop skills acquired throughout the programme such as: enquiry-based learning, problem solving, critical thinking and more. We will consolidate reflective skills in relation to collaboration, negotiation, planning and presentation within deadlines.

Clinical Practice 2

0

Credits: 0

This is a work-based practice module. This module comprises two practice placement blocks. You will undertake one continuous 17 week (31.5 hours/week) practice placement block, to provide 535.5 hours of clinical practice. You will also be expected to undertake directed study (identified reading) and private study according to your individual needs.

What are the tuition fees

Home

Home, Academic Year 2025 - 2026: £9,535 per year *

International

Overseas/International, Academic Year 2025 - 2026: £17,000 per year *

Following the Government’s announcement of 4 November 2024, we will be increasing our full-time undergraduate tuition fees for UK students to £9,535 per year from the start of the 2025/26 academic year. Our part-time fees for UK undergraduate students will increase to £7,145 per annum. Please visit , on the Government’s website, for more information about the changes.

Tuition fees for Home undergraduate students (including with foundation year) may increase in subsequent years for both new and continuing students in line with an inflationary amount determined by the Government.  

Tuition fees for both new and continuing international students may be subject to an inflationary increase based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for the 12-month period to 31 January each year.  

Tuition fees for postgraduate courses and CPD may be subject to an inflationary increase based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for the 12-month period to 31 January each year. This increase will apply to both new and continuing students.  

We understand, and really appreciate, the significant financial commitment our students make when they choose to study at BNU. We take our responsibilities to our students very seriously, and are ambitious for each to reach their full potential and succeed in their chosen career. Our fees help us to continue providing our students with a high-quality education, and to invest in the services and facilities which create an excellent student experience at BNU.

The following factors will be considered by the University when we set the annual fees: measures of inflation such as the retail price indices; projected increases in University costs; and any changes in the level of funding for teaching received from the Government.

Additional course costs and financial support

Most courses will involve some additional costs that are not covered by your fees.
You could benefit from financial support through a bursary or scholarship during your time as a student. For more details visit our financial support, bursaries and scholarships section.

What are my career prospects?

This course will equip you for a career in radiography, with a specific focus on diagnostic radiography. Some of the pathways you could pursue after graduation include: