BSc Diagnostic Radiography
About this course
BSc in Diagnostic Radiography, combining clinical practice with imaging science. Core topics include Clinical Skills and Ethics & Professional Practice. Six clinical placements are completed across the three years, culminating in autonomous practice in the final year. The course meets the academic requirements of the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the Society and College of Radiographers (SoR).
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Entry requirements
A level: BBB with at least one from Biology, Physics or Chemistry IB: 30 points including a Higher Level (HL) subject at Grade 5 or above and one HL subject at Grade 4 or above to include a life science or maths subject
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What students say
Based on about 22 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 96%
- Learning opportunities: 99%
- Assessment and feedback: 90%
- Academic support: 98%
- Organisation and management: 96%
- Learning resources: 86%
- Student voice: 96%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 169 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 79%
- Working and studying: 7%
- Further study: 3%
- Unemployed: 4%
Most common jobs
- Nursing Professionals: 49%
- Other Health Professionals: 16%
- Therapy professionals: 14%
- Caring personal services: 3%
- Sales occupations: 2%
- Find their work meaningful: 93%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 83%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 89%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 1,035 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 2%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 2%
- East Midlands: 10%
- West Midlands: 60%
- East of England: 5%
- London: 8%
- South East: 8%
- South West: 3%
- Wales: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 80%
- Access course: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 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): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Imaging Science and Radiation Protection – 20 credits
- Radiographic Anatomy, Technique and Image Evaluation – 20 credits
- Placement 1: Foundations of Professional Practice – 20 credits
- Placement 2: Developing Professional Practice – 20 credits
- Becoming a Professional Practitioner – 20 credits
- Evidence: Your Profession in a Global Context – 20 credits
- Specialised Imaging Modalities – 20 credits
- Application of Cross-Sectional Imaging Technology – 20 credits
- Image Interpretation and Pathophysiology – 20 credits
- Placement 3: Fundamental Professional Practice – 20 credits
- Placement 4: Elective Professional Practice – 20 credits
- Exploring Knowledge Through Curiosity – 20 credits
- Quality Standards and Advances in Imaging – 20 credits
- Radiography Service Delivery and Pathways – 20 credits
- Placement 5: Developing Autonomous Practice – 20 credits
- Placement 6: Transition to Autonomous Practice – 20 credits
- Leading for the Future as a Health and Care Professional – 20 credits
- The Evidence-based Practitioner: Professional Project – 20 credits
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Diagnostic Radiography at Coventry University earn?
The median salary is £29,000 after 15 months, £27,500 after 3 years, £31,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £25,000 and £37,000. The £31,500 median after five years is £6,000 less than the UK median for Medical technology.
What do graduates of BSc Diagnostic Radiography at Coventry University do next?
88% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Diagnostic Radiography at Coventry University?
96% 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 at Coventry University?
The typical offer is BBB at A level, or 30 points in the IB. The average entrant had 160 UCAS points.
Is BSc Diagnostic Radiography at Coventry 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 at Coventry University?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.