BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography

Embark on a career in diagnostic radiography with a degree from Canterbury Christ Church University. With a Diagnostic Radiography degree, you’ll play a crucial role in frontline healthcare to provide diagnosis of injury or disease. This challenging and innovative course will give you opportunities to lead, manage, and develop entrepreneurial and strategic skills within a range of settings.

Choosing to study diagnostic radiography at university will allow you to be immersed in diagnostic radiography practice from day one. From developing your practical skills in our radiography suite to working in real healthcare environments, you’ll learn to apply theory to practice and develop critical and ethical approaches to your training. You’ll have access to cutting-edge, clinical-grade radiography simulation equipment, with a dedicated radiography room and mobile machine, allowing simulated learning in a realistic, purpose-built environment.

What’s more, you’ll learn how to assess radiographs (X-rays) for quality and provide commentary upon possible injury or disease. Our innovative and practical curriculum enhances both employability and postgraduate skills, which will aid in challenging and developing you at every point.

When you graduate, you’ll be eligible to register as a diagnostic radiographer with the HCPC. You’ll also have the opportunity to achieve the CMI Level 5 Certificate in Management and Leadership. We are the only university to offer this, and our focus is empowering leaders of the future. This prestigious qualification will enhance your career prospects by giving you the skills, knowledge, and recognition to thrive in healthcare leadership.

We are renowned for expertise in advanced areas of diagnostic radiography, clinical reporting, and ultrasound imaging, and were the first higher education institution to offer postgraduate courses in clinical reporting for radiographers. Our teaching staff are at the forefront of many areas of world-leading research, spanning clinical reporting (x-ray, MRI, CT, US), nuclear medicine, forensic imaging, and interdisciplinary working, and we’re excited for you to join us.