Radiography (Diagnostic Imaging) BSc (Hons)
AECC University College
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 130 graduates of Radiography (Diagnostic Imaging) BSc (Hons) and other courses in CAH02 at AECC University College for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in CAH02.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
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Salary
Salary of all UK Graduates of CAH02
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £26010 | £28146 | £31616 |
25-75 percentile range | £24987 - £27566 | £23994 - £32951 | £25927 - £37918 |
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Course Description
Radiographers are at the forefront of healthcare. 95% of the population will have interacted with a diagnostic radiographer who undertake medical imaging for diagnoses using specialised technical equipment such as x-ray, CT scanning, MRI scanning, Nuclear medicin and Ultrasound. 1 in 2 of the population will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime and of these up to a 1/3rd will receive radiotherapy which is a technical but empathetic profession using high energy x-rays to treat tumours.
Our BSc (Hons) Radiography (Diagnostic Imaging) course provides you with all the training and knowledge you need to become a fully qualified practitioner and you’ll learn a variety of skills that will enable you to shape the future health and wellbeing of both individuals and society. You’ll be taught how to work under pressure and to make decisions under significant time restraints.
This course will teach you to think critically and analytically and will encourage you to become self-aware, reflective and empathetic.
Once you’ve completed the course you’ll have the ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team across the hospital, from A&E to surgery, and will be fully equipped to embark on a challenging and rewarding career in radiography.
This course is accredited by the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC) for eligibility to apply for registration.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Radiography (Diagnostic Imaging) BSc (Hons) at AECC University College
90% | Skilled trades occupations |
0% | Therapy professionals |
0% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
0% | Therapy professionals |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Minimum Required UCAS Tariff
from 3 A-levels (or equivalent).
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for medical technology
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Qualification requirements
M in T Level Health, Healthcare Science, or Science.
Scottish Higher qualifications are considered on an individual basis
31-30 overall or 665-655 in 3 HL subjects.
Including one in a relevant subject/science (90 UCAS tariff points)
Applicants must hold 5 GCSEs A*-C including Maths and English, or equivalent (reformed GCSEs grade 4 or above).
English language requirements
test | Grade | Additional Details |
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IELTS (Academic) | 7 | with no less than 65 in each section |
TOEFL (iBT) | 100 | with minimum scores of 19 in Writing and Listening, 19 in Reading, 20 in Speaking |
Costs
Tuition Fees Radiography (Diagnostic Imaging) BSc (Hons)
England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
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Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
EU | £16560 | year 1 |
International | £16560 | year 1 |
Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Average student cost of living in the UK
Rent | £518 |
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
Supermarket shopping | £81 |
Clothing | £35 |
Eating out | £33 |
Alcohol | £27 |
Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
Transport within city | £17 |
Self-care / sports | £20 |
Stationary / books | £13 |
Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
Insurance | £51 |
Other | £95 |
Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
- year 2
- year 3
About AECC University College
AECC University College is an education institution specifically dedicated to a series of health science disciplines, located in Bournemouth, England. The university delivers its courses and programmes through three separate campuses depending on which subjects the student selects. These campuses include Parkwood, Cavendish, and Garnet. Conveniently, all university buildings are situated together, so you won’t have to walk far to get to your classes.
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Student composition of AECC University College
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Total number of students enrolled at AECC University College by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 785
- postgraduates:
- 135
- Total:
- 920
Where is this programme taught
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Diagnostic Radiography BSc (Hons) | City University London | - | 5% | 2% | £9250 | £20700 | 126 | London | On campus Full-time | |
Diagnostic Radiography BSc (Hons) | University of Derby | 53% | 5% | 5% | £9250 | £14900 | 138 | Derby | On campus Full-time | |
Radiography (Diagnostic Imaging) BSc (Hons) | AECC University College | 43% | 5% | 10% | £9250 | £16560 | 134 | Bournemouth | On campus Full-time | |
Diagnostic Radiography with Foundation Ultrasonography BSc | Plymouth University | 79% | 6% | 0% | £9250 | £13000 | 119 | Plymouth | On campus Full-time | |
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Diagnostic Radiography BSc (Hons) | Canterbury Christ Church University | 67% | 0% | 9% | £9250 | £14500 | 145 | Canterbury | On campus Full-time | |
Diagnostic Radiography and Imaging BSc (Hons) | Ulster University | 92% | 5% | 1% | £9250 | £15840 £16320 | 156 | Coleraine | On campus Full-time |