BSc Diagnostic Radiography with Foundation Year
Canterbury Christ Church University
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Diagnostic Radiography, a four-year programme including a foundation year. Core topics include Research Methods, Clinical Skills, Critical & Analytical Thinking, Ethics & Professional Practice, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. The programme includes NHS clinical placements from the first year and access to purpose-built radiography simulation facilities. The degree is accredited by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), enabling graduates to register as qualified diagnostic radiographers.
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Entry requirements
Qualification type Grades A Levels DDE BTEC MPP Access Pass 45 Credits International Baccalaureate TBC Combinations A combination of qualifications totalling 64 UCAS points minimum Offers of a place can only be made after a successful interview, and are subject to a satisfactory reference, health clearance and Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Health clearance will include vaccinations for NHS placements, and evidence of vaccination status may be required by placement providers or the University. Applicants are recommended to attend a radiology department for work-experience to better understand the Diagnostic Radiography profession. An awareness of the profession and common imaging technologies are frequently explored during the interview. Find out more information about entry requirements. International students Find out about IELTS requirements. Depending which country you're from, there may be specific entry requirements. Check your country to see if this is applicable to you. If you have any questions about entry requirements for this course, please contact our Course Enquiry Team.
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What students say
Based on about 23 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 97%
- Learning opportunities: 97%
- Assessment and feedback: 93%
- Academic support: 93%
- Organisation and management: 84%
- Learning resources: 98%
- Student voice: 94%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 60 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 92%
- Left higher education: 3%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 114 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 77%
- Working and studying: 7%
- Further study: 2%
- Unemployed: 4%
Most common jobs
- Nursing Professionals: 47%
- Other Health Professionals: 24%
- Therapy professionals: 17%
- Caring personal services: 3%
- Administrative occupations: 1%
- Find their work meaningful: 91%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 84%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 89%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 735 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 1%
- East Midlands: 1%
- West Midlands: 1%
- East of England: 5%
- London: 12%
- South East: 76%
- South West: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 75%
- Access course: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
- Other qualifications: 15%
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 a diagnostic radiographer.
- Approved by the Society and College of Radiographers (SCoR).
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- The Big Picture
- Success Modules
- Skills and Knowledge for Health and Social Care 1
- Fostering Social Connections
- Skills and Knowledge for Health and Social Care 2
- Academic Skills
- Human Science
- Understanding Systems, Team Working and Core Skills in Healthcare
- Radiographic Science 1
- Radiography Clinical Practice 1
- Evidence Based and Sustainable Practice
- Pathology of the Human Body
- Radiographic Science 2
- Image Interpretation 1
- Radiography Clinical Practice 2
- Quality Improvement and Leadership in Health and Care
- Image Interpretation 2
- Radiographic Science 3
- Radiography Clinical Practice 3
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Diagnostic Radiography with Foundation Year at Canterbury Christ Church University earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months, £29,500 after 3 years, £33,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £24,500 and £40,500. The £33,000 median after five years is £4,500 less than the UK median for Medical technology.
What do graduates of BSc Diagnostic Radiography with Foundation Year at Canterbury Christ Church University do next?
87% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Diagnostic Radiography with Foundation Year at Canterbury Christ Church University?
97% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Diagnostic Radiography with Foundation Year at Canterbury Christ Church University?
The average entrant had 63 UCAS points.
Is BSc Diagnostic Radiography with Foundation Year at Canterbury Christ Church 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 a diagnostic radiographer. Approved by the Society and College of Radiographers (SCoR).
How many students continue on BSc Diagnostic Radiography with Foundation Year at Canterbury Christ Church University?
92% of students continued into their second year, and 3% left higher education.