Diagnostic Imaging BSc (Hons)
Glasgow Caledonian University
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 40 graduates of Diagnostic Imaging BSc (Hons) at Glasgow Caledonian University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Medical Technology.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Medical Technology
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Medical Technology at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £26000 | £26500 | £29500 |
25-75 percentile range | £25500 - £26500 | £24500 - £28500 | £27000 - £33000 |
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Salary of all UK Graduates of Medical Technology
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
Diagnostic Imaging is central to health care today and is critical in the diagnosis and treatment of trauma and disease. Diagnostic radiographers produce and interpret images of the human body.
Most of Scotland’s diagnostic radiographers graduate from GCU, equipped with the knowledge, competencies and attributes needed to practice in the modern health and social care services
Approved by the Society and College of Radiographers (SCoR).
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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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 Diagnostic Imaging BSc (Hons) at Glasgow Caledonian University
85% | Information Technology Professionals |
5% | Finance Professionals |
5% | Elementary occupations |
0% | Customer service occupations |
0% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
0% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
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Qualification requirements
Including a relevant subject/science @ C or above (80 UCAS tariff points)
M in T Level Health, Healthcare Science, or Science.
HNC in Care and Administrative Practice or Applied Science with B required in graded unit for entry to Year 1 Sufficient science and discursive subjects and a strong academic profile to be competitive. English and Maths at least at National 5 Grade B.
Scottish Higher qualifications are considered on an individual basis
Access to HE Diploma
31-30 overall or 665-655 in 3 HL subjects.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Including one in a relevant subject/science (90 UCAS tariff points)
SWAP Access to Radiography Glasgow Kelvin college at BBB. Other SWAP Access courses in science subjects are also considered. Academic IELTS of 7.0 with no element below 6.5 Higher ESOL at A
English language requirements
test | Grade | Additional Details |
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IELTS (Academic) | 7 | IELTS of overall 7.0 with a minimum of 6.5 in each element |
Costs
Tuition Fees Diagnostic Imaging BSc (Hons)
England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
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Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Scotland | £1820 | year 1 |
EU | £14500 | year 1 |
International | £14500 | year 1 |
England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Scotland | £1820 | year 1 |
EU | £15200 | year 1 |
International | £15200 | 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
University Rankings
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About Glasgow Caledonian University
Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU) is a publicly funded and reputable higher education institution within Scotland, and even in a global context. Times Higher Education consistently ranks this university among the Top 1000 universities in the world, for their state-of-the-art facilities, research excellence, and experienced teaching staff. The main campus is located in the heart of Glasgow city centre, making life easy for students whenever they need to catch a bus or a train. Social opportunities are also abundant due to the campus’ location - some favourite hangouts among students include The Garage, Shack, and Sauchihall Street.
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