Radiography, Diagnostic BSc (Hons) / 2015
Radiography, Diagnostic BSc (Hons)
Throughout this course you learn to use technology (X-Ray, Ultrasound, CT and MRI) to make high-quality clinical images of the internal structure and workings of the body, in order to detect and monitor disease and the effects of trauma.
Three years, full time Apply through UCAS code B821, institution code S49 UCAS deadline is 15 January UK, EU and international citizens may apply Accreditation: Health and Care Professions Council Highlights
Learning
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Shared campus with one of the largest teaching hospitals in the UK
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Shared learning with students training to be doctors, nurses, healthcare scientists and physiotherapists (interprofessional education)
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50% of your time will be spent in a NHS trust on placement as a student radiographer
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Our teaching staff have years of experience as radiographers
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This course is run by the Faculty of Health, Social Care and Education, which is a partnership between St George’s, University of London and Kingston University. You will benefit from a large, multi-faculty experience combined with the health science expertise offered at St George’s
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Careers advice is embedded into our teaching Teaching methods include lectures, seminars, peer-assisted learning, case-based learning, simulated practical experience and work experience in a clinical setting. Facilities include a state-of-the-art digital imaging suite which supports learning and enhances practical skills. Case based learning Each week begins and ends with a tutorial based on a clinical scenario. By applying the taught theory to a clinical context, both your critical skills and learning techniques develop. We also draw on the wealth of experience represented by our professional contacts and alumni, who influence the design of our courses and deliver master classes and workshops that enrich your learning. Clinical placements provide an opportunity to put theory into practice and consolidate learning experiences. Diagnostic radiographers work predominantly in hospital diagnostic imaging departments, but also in operating theatres, accident and emergency departments, and resuscitation rooms. Practice placements may take you anywhere in Greater London, including: Ashford and St Peter’s NHS Trust, Chertsey, Surrey Chelsea and Westminster NHS Trust, London Epsom and St Helier NHS Trust, Carshalton, London Frimley Park NHS Trust, Camberley, Surrey Great Ormond Street Hospital for Sick Children, London Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust, London Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Kingston, Surrey National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, London Royal Surrey County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Guildford, Surrey St George’s Healthcare NHS Trust, London The Royal Brompton and Harefield NHS Foundation Trust, London Croydon University Hospital, Croydon Health Services NHS Trust, Surrey
Degree structure
In year one you participate in our interprofessional foundation programme at St George’s, introducing you to the biomedical basics underpinning health science and receive specialist radiography education. In year two you are introduced to practice and given the opportunity to begin applying your skills in a practice placement setting. In your final year the focus is on the application of learned science, technologies and techniques to the practice of diagnostic radiography. You also complete a research project in your chosen specialist field.
Year one Modules University Campus
Interprofessional Foundation Programme
University Campus
Introduction to Radiography
University Campus
Science and Technology One
University Campus
Personal and Professional Development One
University Campus
Skeletal and Visceral Imaging One
Year two Modules/placements Practice Placement
Introduction to Practice
University Campus
Science and Technology Two
University Campus
Skeletal and Visceral Imaging Two
University Campus
Personal and Professional Development Two
Practice Placement
Application of Skills
Year three Modules/placements Practice Placement
Specialist Procedures
University Campus
Research Project
University Campus
Integrated Radiography
University Campus
Personal and Professional Development Three
Practice Placement
Competence and Practice
Assessing your progress
A combination of academic coursework (including essays, reports and presentations), written and practical examinations, practice placement assessments and a research dissertation are used to assess your progress. Because we want you to reach your full potential, we build in opportunities for formative assessments and provide feedback on assessment tasks so you know what you need to do to optimise your performance.
Your future
Diagnostic Radiography offers a range of career pathways, including clinical specialisation, management, teaching and research. On completion of your undergraduate course of study you might also choose to study at postgraduate certificate, diploma and masters level for radiography qualifications and clinical specialism here at St George’s. On graduation you will be eligible for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council and membership of the Society of Radiographers.
I found the interdisciplinary case studies in my first year particularly useful preparation for the study ahead. As we contributed our thoughts based on past experience and course knowledge, the combination of different learning techniques led to well-rounded views of every case. These sessions also highlighted my personal strengths and weaknesses. This self-awareness was helpful when I went into placements. During my first week in A&E, I had to modify the X-ray techniques I’d learned in order to get a good diagnostic image of an immobile trauma patient. This was an enlightening insight into the real world of radiography. St George’s is a very supportive environment so you don’t go through anything alone. Although the people I met in my first week had come from all walks of life, we quickly discovered we had a lot in common. We’re still good friends and socialise and study together regularly. Letitia Adamah Radiotherapy, diagnostic Third year
Entry requirements If you meet the minimum requirements set out below, you will be called for interview. With the exception of GCSEs, all qualifications must be completed within a five-year period including year of application.
GCSEs or equivalent
GCSEs or equivalent Open University
A Levels or equivalent > IB English language > Access diploma > if first language > Other qualifications is not English
Other essential criteria > work experience > personal statement > health screening > police screening
120 Units
Grades
A* to C (except for English Language and Maths which must be at least grade B)
Exploring Science module, 60 units and Human Biology module, 30 units or Biology, Uniformity and Diversity module, 30 units
Subjects
A minimum of eight subjects to include English Language, Maths, Biology, Chemistry and Physics or Combined Sciences (Double Award)
If you do not have GCSE Maths at grade C or above, you will need to offer the Discovering Mathematics module, 30 units
If you studied under an educational system that did not include GCSEs we will consider your academic record at the equivalent stage. However, we will not accept Adult Literacy and Numeracy or Functional Maths in lieu of GCSEs.
All results must be verified by us by 1 September of the year of entry Irish Leaving Certificate
Applicants should list their junior certificates on UCAS form.
A Levels or equivalent A Levels Points
300
Grades
BBB
Subjects
Three A2 Level subjects (science subject preferred). General studies and Key skills not accepted
Undergraduate degree (science related)
2.2 Honours or higher
Undergraduate degree (non science related)
2.2 Honours or higher supplemented by an A-level (A2) in Physics or an Access to Science course
English language If English is not your first language while studying, evidence of your proficiency must be dated within the last two years.
A levels must be completed within two years, although modular re-sits will be considered. IELTS
(International English Language Testing System) 7.0 overall (including 7.0 in written element, and no section less than 6.5)*
Pearsons test
67 overall (including 67 in written element, and no section less than 61)*
International Baccalaureate Award
Full award diploma with an overall minimum score of 26
Scores
544 at Higher Level (HL)
Six B grades at Higher Level, including English, Maths, Biology or Human Biology and Physics, English Language and Maths B2 at HL
*Applicants who have sat the examination more than twice in one year will not be considered.
444 at Standard Level (SL) Subjects
Other essential criteria
English Language, Maths and Physics (at HL) Work experience
Work or voluntary experience in a medical or health-related field; ability to demonstrate a broad awareness of the scope of radiography. For further information on work experience please visit the ‘Experience it’ section at tasteofmedicine.com
Personal Statement
Must demonstrate a broad awareness of the scope of radiography and show a keen interest in a career in this area.
21 credits at merit
Health and Police screening
Satisfactory clearance in both, including immunisation against Hepatitis B, MMR, Meningitis, TB and Chicken Pox.
You must achieve a minimum of a merit in all 60 credits; no credits should be at a pass
Professional registration
If you belong to a registered professional body please provide details at interview.
Access diploma Award
Full award diploma
Scores
60 credits at level 3
Grades
24 credits at distinction
Subjects
30 science-related credits, specifically Biology (9 credits) and Physics (9 credits), modules graded at merit or above, excludes sociology
Application and interview
Additional credits
Any other level 3 credits outside the 60 credit diploma will not be accepted
Other
Applicants are now required to sit separate GCSEs in English and Maths in conjunction with their access course if you do not already have them to the required GCSE level.
Please apply through UCAS (the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service) by 15 January (the year of entry): ucas.com Interviews are held after the application closing date, and take the form of multi-mini interviews. See sgul.ac.uk for more information.
Other qualifications 14-19 Diploma
National Diploma (BTEC)
Engineering; or Society, Health and Development
UK
Plus Additional Specialist Learning – an A Level (A2) in Biology or Human Biology at grade C
NHS Bursary-funded programme: all UK students are entitled to have their fees paid and receive a means-tested bursary.
EU/EEA
All EU and EEA students are entitled to have their fees (and only their fees) paid by the NHS Bursary.
Overseas
£15,500 p/a*
Distinction, Distinction, Merit in Science National Diploma in Public Services only considered if supplemented by additional science A Level
National Certificate (BTEC)
Distinction, Merit only considered if supplemented by additional science A Level
Birkbeck College 65% overall Certificate in Life Science Science Foundation Course
Fees
Advanced Diploma grade B in one of the following lines of learning
65% per module
*2014 entry fees are subject to annual review and change. Visit sgul.ac.uk for more information on student finance and the most up-to-date entry requirements.
sgul.ac.uk St George’s, University of London is the UK’s only university dedicated to medical and health sciences education, training and research. Sharing a clinical environment with a major London teaching hospital, our innovative approach to education results in well-rounded, highly-skilled clinicians, scientists, and health and social care professionals. As a constituent college of the University of London our students have access to a wide range of facilities and services beyond the campus in Tooting. We hope this booklet gives some real insight into completing a Diagnostic Radiography BSc at Kingston and St George’s. In short, you can undertake a specialist undergraduate degree here on a hospital site in a thriving London location, leading, we trust, to an extraordinary future in the health professions. E study@sgul.ac.uk T +44 (0)20 8725 2333
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