BSc Diagnostic Radiography
About this course
BSc in Diagnostic Radiography, a diagnostic radiography degree centred on medical imaging techniques, anatomy, and patient care technology. Core topics include Research Methods and Ethics & Professional Practice. Students gain clinical experience from the first semester through placements across NHS hospitals and private providers, completing a clinical portfolio annually. The first year covers the foundations through Imaging Science and Technology 1, Professional Practice for Healthcare, Professional Practice 1, and Fundamentals of Anatomy and Pattern Recognition. The second year progresses with Imaging Science and Technology 2, Abdomen and Pelvis Anatomy and Pattern Recognition, Professional Practice 2, and Research Methods and Evaluation. The final year involves advanced study through Application of Imaging Science and Technology, Pathophysiology and Diagnostic Pattern Recognition, and Professional Practice 3 alongside an independent Research Project. Optional modules allow students to explore specialised areas such as Forensic Imaging, Paediatric Radiography, and Radiographic Work-Based Learning.
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Entry requirements
A level: ABB BTEC: BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (QCF): distinction/distinction/distinction and must contain at least one-third science content at distinction. IB: 34 points overall, including 3 higher level subjects at minimum of grade 5, one of which must be a science subject
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What students say
Based on about 32 final-year students who answered
- Teaching on my course: 84%
- Learning opportunities: 78%
- Assessment and feedback: 63%
- Academic support: 83%
- Organisation and management: 35%
- Learning resources: 83%
- Student voice: 73%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 60 students who started
- Continued on course: 95%
- Left higher education: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 60 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 66%
- Working and studying: 13%
- Further study: 10%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Other Health Professionals: 41%
- Health associate professionals: 10%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 10%
- Sales occupations: 4%
- Natural and social science professionals: 4%
- Find their work meaningful: 88%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 85%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 72%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 325 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 3%
- North West: 17%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 36%
- East Midlands: 3%
- West Midlands: 7%
- East of England: 3%
- London: 18%
- South East: 9%
- South West: 3%
- Wales: 1%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 65 students who started
- A levels: 92%
- A degree: 2%
- Other HE qualification: 6%
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, Bronze for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Imaging Science and Technology 1
- Professional Practice for Healthcare
- Professional Practice 1
- Fundamentals of Anatomy and Pattern Recognition
- Appendicular Musculoskeletal Anatomy and Pattern Recognition
- Application of Imaging 1
- Imaging Science and Technology 2
- Abdomen and Pelvis Anatomy and Pattern Recognition
- Professional Practice 2
- Application of Imaging 2
- Research Methods and Evaluation
- Application of Imaging Science and Technology
- Research Project
- Pathophysiology and Diagnostic Pattern Recognition
- Professional Practice 3
- Focussed Professional Practice
- Radiographic Work-Based Learning
- Forensic Imaging
- Paediatric Radiography
- Preliminary Image Evaluation
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Diagnostic Radiography at University of Leeds earn?
The median salary is £31,000 after 15 months, £33,000 after 3 years, £39,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £30,500 and £49,000. The £39,000 median after five years is £1,500 more than the UK median for Medical technology.
What do graduates of BSc Diagnostic Radiography at University of Leeds do next?
89% 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 University of Leeds?
84% 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 University of Leeds?
The typical offer is ABB at A level, or 34 points in the IB. The average entrant had 150 UCAS points.
Is BSc Diagnostic Radiography at University of Leeds 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).
Does BSc Diagnostic Radiography at University of Leeds include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Diagnostic Radiography at University of Leeds?
95% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.