AECC University College
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.

Overall student satisfaction
43 /100
130 total respondents

Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.

The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

Salary

Salary of all UK Graduates of CAH02

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £26010 £28146 £31616
25-75 percentile range £24987 - £27566 £23994 - £32951 £25927 - £37918

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.

Approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) for the purpose of providing eligibility to apply for registration with the HCPC as a radiographer.

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.

Current jobs

Required skill level of job after 15 months

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

On the completion of topics, you will be supported through interactive quizzes and shown example assignments to focus your critical evaluation and knowledge retention. Formal assessments take the form of practical exams undertaken in the clinical environment on placement, together with a competency record and placement logbook. Academic understanding and knowledge are confirmed through written assignments and computer-based short question exams.

Entry Requirements / Admissions

Minimum Required UCAS Tariff

from 3 A-levels (or equivalent).

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for medical technology

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
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

To meet the minimum English Language requirements of the programme, applicants will need to achieve an overall IELTS score of 7.0 with no less than 6.5 in each section.
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Radiography (Diagnostic Imaging), BSc (Hons), if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Tuition Fees Radiography (Diagnostic Imaging) BSc (Hons)

England UK £9250 year 1
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

undergraduates:
785
postgraduates:
135
Total:
920
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Where is this programme taught

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