Diagnostic Radiography (Degree Apprenticeship) BSc(Hons)

This module provides the opportunity to gain knowledge of anatomy and physiology of the thorax and abdomen, as well as develop your image interpretation skills via practical sessions, simulations and group-work. You will gain more detailed knowledge of pathologies of the thorax and abdomen, a basic understanding of cross-sectional anatomy of the thorax and abdomen in preparation for progression into Year 2 and rotations into cross-sectional imaging modalities.

In this module you'll be introduced to the fundamental sciences used in Diagnostic Radiography including the physics of radiation, management and radiation protection of an individual being exposed. You'll also study current UK legislation for the use of ionising radiation.

This module provides you with the opportunity to develop an understanding of the role of the Diagnostic Radiographer. The focus will be on patient-centred care, professionalism and communication skills whilst also being introduced to basic radiographic techniques and imaging equipment required to carry out radiographic examinations of the appendicular skeleton and chest. You'll also explore preparation and justification of exposures in a practical setting.

This module involves a multidisciplinary team-based learning approach, where you'll work with occupational therapy, physiotherapy, podiatry students and speech and language therapy students. It will introduce you to the role of research and evidence-based practice exploring different research methodologies and the concept of ethics within healthcare research. You'll have the opportunity to develop transferable skills in literature searching using electronic databases, academic writing and referencing. You'll also explore lifelong learning, reflective practice and continuing professional development that underpins the essential skills needed to understand registration requirements for your specific professional and regulatory body.

Through this Practice-Based Learning module you’ll have the opportunity to work in a clinical setting. You'll complete and be assessed on placement hours demonstrating evidence-based radiographic techniques, anatomical knowledge and value-based care. This will involve working as part of the multidisciplinary team under the direct supervision of qualified clinicians.

In this module you'll have the opportunity to build on the theory from Year 1 and expand your knowledge by learning about the science and technology of different types of imaging equipment, such as, Computed Tomography (CT) including an introduction to PET scanning, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Ultrasound (U/S), Fluoroscopy, Dual Energy Absorbimetry (DEXA) and Intervention. You'll learn about the safe operation of the different imaging technologies along with the Quality Assurance (QA) processes used in imaging departments in order to ensure service-user safety.

This module provides you with the opportunity to expand your knowledge on the radiographic techniques and imaging equipment required to carry out more complex radiographic examinations. This will include adapting techniques to ensure patient-centred care, including within emergency situations. You'll also learn, in greater detail, about imaging techniques for different imaging modalities both within the Radiology department and remotely. This will help you develop your radiographic practice and justification processes to ensure continued safe practice and maintain patient-centred care.

This module helps you to further develop your pattern recognition skills by applying anatomy, physiology and pathology knowledge to image interpretation for a range of examinations. You'll utilise the University's Picture, Archiving and Communication Systems (PACS) lab to facilitate the image interpretation sessions. You'll also be introduced to the role of the reporting radiographer, participate in reporting sessions and develop the discussions related to imaging and the radiographic findings. These skills will help you develop to your knowledge and understanding of this role and how it supports advanced practice and contributes to patient-centred care.

Through this clinical placement module you'll have the opportunity to expand your scope of practice and demonstrate your radiographic techniques, the adaptation of radiographic technique, anatomical knowledge and patient care skills. This will involve working as part of the multidisciplinary team under the direct supervision of qualified clinical staff. Along with reinforcing your general radiography skills you'll also gain experience of other imaging modalities.

This module provides the opportunity to build on your knowledge of research from Year 1 and prepares you to undertake an area of research in Year 3. You’ll explore data collection and analysis in relation to methods which are currently used in research and evaluation of practice.

This module will support you by advancing your knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology by reviewing and discussing more complex imaging from clinical practice. You'll continue to technically assess images and apply your pattern recognition skills to support a clinical diagnosis for multiple imaging modalities in preparation for employment. You'll also learn about advanced practice within diagnostic radiography and the associated responsibilities. This module aims to support you in your transition from student or apprentice radiographer to a HCPC-registered Diagnostic Radiographer. You'll have the opportunity to practice a range of radiographic techniques, adaptation of techniques and prepare for the use of different imaging equipment. You will also gain a basic awareness of the principles of forensic imaging in diagnostic radiography. You'll undertake critical reflective practice and explore different career development opportunities prior to graduation, including current models of leadership within the NHS and peer support for other students.

In this module you'll gain an understanding of how health and social care is influenced, shaped and provided in the UK. You'll explore how leadership at all levels of an organisation is key to transforming and providing quality person-centred care. This module will help you to prepare for future employment and your career progression. It aims to equip you with the skills and mindset necessary for sustained growth, adaptability and leadership throughout your career.

Through this final practice-based learning module you'll have the opportunity to build on and expand your scope of practice and demonstrate your radiographic techniques, the adaptation of radiographic technique, anatomical knowledge and patient care skills. It will help you gain the skills and knowledge to be able to perform basic CT and MRI examinations whilst also having been involved in other imaging modalities such as Ultrasound and Intervention. These skills will prepare you for your clinical practice as a qualified Diagnostic Radiographer.

This is a multidisciplinary module which follows on from Research 2. You'll undertake a small-scale research project related to an interdisciplinary research environment. You’ll work in a multi-professional group, with other health professional students on a defined topic area with a named supervisor. You’ll also be involved in data collection. Your research proposals will be subject to the necessary ethical approvals within the University.