BSc Diagnostic Radiography
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Diagnostic Radiography, focused on medical imaging for patient diagnosis. Core topics include Data Analysis, Research Methods, Clinical Skills, and Ethics & Professional Practice. The programme includes supervised clinical practice placements across all three years in NHS and private settings. Students undertake an independent research project in their final year.
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Entry requirements
GCSE: Five GCSEs at grade B/5 or above, all obtained in one sitting. Compulsory subjects include English Language, Maths, and Science (covering all three areas: Biology, Chemistry, and Physics; or Combined Science). Applicants with retakes will be considered on a case-by-case basis. UCAS tariff: 120 UCAS Tariff points from three A2s including at least one science (chemistry, biology, physics, psychology) mandatory. A level: 120 UCAS Tariff points. To include at least one science mandatory from physics, biology, human biology, chemistry, or psychology at grade B. Please note, General Studies is not accepted. BTEC: DDM Applied Science (biology and physics) preferred DDD Health and Social Care/Sport Extended Certificate in Applied Science or Health and Social Care will only be considered if you also have another Level 3 science subject. T level: You will need a T Level at Merit level in one of the following subjects: Assisting with Healthcare Science Health Healthcare Science Laboratory Science Science Please note that other T Level qualifications may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Access to HE: 120 UCAS Tariff Points Access courses should include Biology content, or Access to Medicine, Diagnostic Radiography or Applied Science. Scottish Highers: 120 UCAS Tariff points to include one of the following: Biology, Chemistry Physics or Psychology at Grade B or above. IB: 32 points. European Baccalaureate: Pass in Diploma of at least 65% and including one of the following: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or Psychology.
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What students say
Based on about 43 final-year students who answered
- Teaching on my course: 80%
- Learning opportunities: 79%
- Assessment and feedback: 77%
- Academic support: 73%
- Organisation and management: 54%
- Learning resources: 87%
- Student voice: 77%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 85 students who started
- Continued on course: 95%
- Left higher education: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 337 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 75%
- Working and studying: 9%
- Further study: 2%
- Unemployed: 7%
Most common jobs
- Nursing Professionals: 50%
- Therapy professionals: 17%
- Other Health Professionals: 8%
- Sales occupations: 2%
- Caring personal services: 2%
- Find their work meaningful: 93%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 84%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 88%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 1,185 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 88%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 3%
- East Midlands: 2%
- West Midlands: 2%
- East of England: 1%
- London: 1%
- South East: 1%
- South West: 1%
- Wales: 1%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 90 students who started
- A levels: 81%
- Access course: 13%
- A degree: 3%
- No formal qualifications: 2%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Approved by the Society and College of Radiographers (SCoR).
- 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.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Scientific Principles for Diagnostic Radiography
- Patient Centred Care In Medical Imaging
- Professional Practice 1
- Introduction to Digital Skills for Radiography
- Research Methods
- Applied Imaging
- Introduction to Personal and Professional Development
- Professional Practice 2
- Into Employment (Radiography)
- Applied Research Methods
- Clinical Governance
- Preliminary Clinical Evaluation
- Managing Trauma and Challenging Examinations
- Professional Practice 3
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Diagnostic Radiography at University of Salford 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 University of Salford do next?
86% 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 Salford?
80% 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 Salford?
The typical offer is 32 points in the IB. The average entrant had 142 UCAS points.
Is BSc Diagnostic Radiography at University of Salford accredited?
Yes. Approved by the Society and College of Radiographers (SCoR). 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.
How many students continue on BSc Diagnostic Radiography at University of Salford?
95% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.