BSc Therapeutic Radiography
About this course
BSc (Hons) Therapeutic Radiography is an undergraduate degree focused on the planning and delivery of radiotherapy, oncology studies, and patient care. Core topics include Clinical Skills, Critical & Analytical Thinking. This course prepares graduates to apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council. The first year introduces foundational subjects through Radiotherapy and Oncology Studies 1, Academic Skills and Knowledge, Professionalism and Patient Care 1, and Radiotherapy Clinical Practice 1. The second year advances through Radiotherapy and Oncology Studies 2, Further Academic Skills and Knowledge – preparing for research, Professionalism and Patient Care 2, and Radiotherapy Clinical Practice 2. The final year consolidates learning with Radiotherapy and Oncology Studies 3, Professionalism and Patient Care 3, Advanced Academic Skills and Knowledge – Research, and Radiotherapy Clinical Practice 3.
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Entry requirements
Standard offer: 120 UCAS Tariff points. Learn more about UCAS Tariff points . Accelerate offer: 96 UCAS Tariff points. Find out more about BCU Accelerate . Applicants will also need to complete an interview for this course; see interview arrangements below. If your level 3 qualifications do not meet the UCAS tariff for this course, you may be offered a place on our Foundation Year instead. You do not need to submit a separate application but will automatically be considered for this if your predicted grades fall below the UCAS entry tariff. Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Prior to enrolling on the course, successful candidates will be required to obtain a satisfactory occupational health check and an enhanced DBS check via the School, as well as registration with the Independent Safeguarding Authority. Qualifications, personal statement, interview and references all form part of the selection criteria for this course. If you have any queries please refer to DBS Frequently Asked Questions or contact admissions@bcu.ac.uk . In addition to the A Level, BTEC and other level 3 requirements below, applicants for this course also need GCSE English Language or English Literature and GCSE Maths at grade C/4 or above. If you do not have these or are not undertaking them, we accept other level 2 equivalents, or we may ask you to pass BCU's GCSE equivalency tests. A Level: 120 UCAS Tariff points from three A Levels Grades BBB (or equivalent) Required subjects: Science subject at A Level or level 3 equivalent, at Grade B or above Excluded subjects: General Studies; Critical Thinking; Extended Project Pearson BTEC (Diploma / Extended Diploma/ Extended Certificate): 120 UCAS Tariff points Diploma accepted with one A Level or equivalent level 3 qualifications Extended Certificate accepted with two A Levels or equivalent level 3 qualifications Extended Diploma - accepted subjects: Science National Diploma/Extended Certificate - accepted subjects: Either this qualification or one
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What students say
Based on about 14 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 85%
- Learning opportunities: 87%
- Assessment and feedback: 90%
- Academic support: 92%
- Organisation and management: 86%
- Learning resources: 89%
- Student voice: 87%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 85%
- Left higher education: 10%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 14 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 90%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Further study: 5%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Other Health Professionals: 65%
- Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation: 5%
- Caring personal services: 5%
- Medical Practitioners: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 100%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 85%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 90%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 175 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 5%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 3%
- East Midlands: 7%
- West Midlands: 64%
- East of England: 2%
- London: 10%
- South East: 3%
- South West: 3%
- Wales: 2%
- Scotland: 1%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 80%
- Access course: 20%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) for the purpose of providing eligibility to apply for registration with the HCPC as an arts therapist.
- Approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) for the purpose of providing eligibility to apply for registration with the HCPC as a therapeutic radiographer.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Gold for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Radiotherapy and Oncology Studies 1
- Academic Skills and Knowledge
- Professionalism and Patient Care 1
- Radiotherapy Clinical Practice 1
- Radiotherapy and Oncology Studies 2
- Further Academic Skills and Knowledge – preparing for research
- Professionalism and Patient Care 2
- Radiotherapy Clinical Practice 2
- Radiotherapy and Oncology Studies 3
- Professionalism and Patient Care 3
- Advanced Academic Skills and Knowledge – Research
- Radiotherapy Clinical Practice 3
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Therapeutic Radiography at Birmingham City University earn?
The median salary is £31,000 after 15 months, £31,500 after 3 years, £36,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £30,000 and £45,500. The £36,500 median after five years is £1,000 less than the UK median for Medical technology.
What do graduates of BSc Therapeutic Radiography at Birmingham City University do next?
95% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Therapeutic Radiography at Birmingham City University?
85% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Therapeutic Radiography at Birmingham City University?
The typical offer is BBB at A level. The average entrant had 144 UCAS points.
Is BSc Therapeutic Radiography at Birmingham City University accredited?
Yes. Approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) for the purpose of providing eligibility to apply for registration with the HCPC as an arts therapist. Approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) for the purpose of providing eligibility to apply for registration with the HCPC as a therapeutic radiographer.
How many students continue on BSc Therapeutic Radiography at Birmingham City University?
85% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.