Plymouth,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography with Foundation Ultrasonography in Plymouth United Kingdom | University of Plymouth
University of Plymouth
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Plymouth United Kingdom
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
16,300
(c. USD21,779.57)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
This specialized program equips you with the expertise, competencies, and self-assurance to excel as a top-tier radiographer while supplementing your education with fundamental ultrasound training. The enhanced second year features comprehensive simulation exercises and extra clinical rotations with regional ultrasound providers throughout the healthcare system.
Typically, ultrasonography training is only available at postgraduate level, and we recognize you'll still need a supervised practice year to solidify your skills before advancing to postgraduate education.
Diagnostic radiographers employ cutting-edge technology to examine internal anatomy, pinpoint disease origins, and protect patients through strict radiation protocols. These professionals operate various imaging systems to acquire, analyze, and document results, comparing scans before and after treatment while collaborating closely with physicians to guide therapeutic decisions.
Diagnostic Radiographers assist in managing diverse medical conditions, supporting clinical teams in creating effective patient treatment strategies.
3 years (including clinical placements)
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
UCAS tariff
112
Please note the following information concerning entry requirements for this course:
None of the typical offers listed below are necessarily the threshold for interview selection. Other factors including the number of applications received may influence the threshold for interview selection.
We are only able to consider Level 3 qualifications completed within five years of the start of the application cycle. For example, qualifications completed since 2016 would still be valid when applying in September 2021.
GCSEs
Applicants need to achieve 5 GCSE passes (grade C/grade 4 or higher) which must include the following subjects:
English Language
Mathematics
Science
Plus one of the below Level 3 qualifications
Level 3 qualifications must include the equivalent of one A Level in one of the following subject:
Biology/Human Biology, Chemistry, Computing, Design and Technology, Electronics, Environmental Studies, Geography, Geology, Maths/Pure Maths/Further Maths, Life and Health Sciences, Physical Education, Physics, Psychology, Science (applied), Statistics.
GCE A level
The typical offer is BBC at GCE A level to include one science as listed above
BTEC National Extended Diploma
DDM in a relevant subject, which must contain units covering sufficient science as listed above
BTEC National Diploma
D*D* in a relevant subject, which must contain units covering sufficient science as listed above
Access to Higher Education Diploma
Pass an Access to Higher Education Diploma in a predominantly science subject area, meeting the following criteria:
60 credits overall to include 45 level 3 credits
You must achieve Distinction in 15 level 3 credits, and Merit in the remaining 30 level 3 credits
International Baccalaureate
28-30 points overall including Higher Level 5 in one science as listed above
If English is your first language, we will accept your home country's equivalent of a GCSE grade A/8 in English Language providing it is at Level C1 or above according to the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR).
GCSE or IGCSE grade A in English Language
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) band 7.0 or above with no element below 6.5 taken within 12 months prior to entry. The University will no longer accept the IELTS indicator (online test). All applicants will have to take the IELTS test at an approved centre.
IB score of 5 in English B at the standard level.
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of 94 or above.
112
Please note the following information concerning entry requirements for this course:
None of the typical offers listed below are necessarily the threshold for interview selection. Other factors including the number of applications received may influence the threshold for interview selection.
We are only able to consider Level 3 qualifications completed within five years of the start of the application cycle. For example, qualifications completed since 2016 would still be valid when applying in September 2021.
GCSEs
Applicants need to achieve 5 GCSE passes (grade C/grade 4 or higher) which must include the following subjects:
English Language
Mathematics
Science
Plus one of the below Level 3 qualifications
Level 3 qualifications must include the equivalent of one A Level in one of the following subject:
Biology/Human Biology, Chemistry, Computing, Design and Technology, Electronics, Environmental Studies, Geography, Geology, Maths/Pure Maths/Further Maths, Life and Health Sciences, Physical Education, Physics, Psychology, Science (applied), Statistics.
GCE A level
The typical offer is BBC at GCE A level to include one science as listed above
BTEC National Extended Diploma
DDM in a relevant subject, which must contain units covering sufficient science as listed above
BTEC National Diploma
D*D* in a relevant subject, which must contain units covering sufficient science as listed above
Access to Higher Education Diploma
Pass an Access to Higher Education Diploma in a predominantly science subject area, meeting the following criteria:
60 credits overall to include 45 level 3 credits
You must achieve Distinction in 15 level 3 credits, and Merit in the remaining 30 level 3 credits
International Baccalaureate
28-30 points overall including Higher Level 5 in one science as listed above
If English is your first language, we will accept your home country's equivalent of a GCSE grade A/8 in English Language providing it is at Level C1 or above according to the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR).
GCSE or IGCSE grade A in English Language
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) band 7.0 or above with no element below 6.5 taken within 12 months prior to entry. The University will no longer accept the IELTS indicator (online test). All applicants will have to take the IELTS test at an approved centre.
IB score of 5 in English B at the standard level.
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of 94 or above.
Tuition
GBP
16,300