Course Summary
Course Category: Northern Ireland (HET) - Apply through UCAS
The BSc Hons Diagnostic Radiography & Imaging programme is designed to provide vocational education at undergraduate level for careers in diagnostic radiography.The BSc Hons Diagnostic Radiography & Imaging course is a full-time programme of study of three-years duration.
On completion, successful graduates are eligible to apply for registration under the protected title of "Radiographer" or "Diagnostic Radiographer" with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), the statutory regulatory body responsible for ensuring continuing standards of education, training and professional proficiency in order to protect the public.
The course is also recognised and endorsed by the Society and College of Radiographers, both students and graduates of the programme are eligible to apply for membership of the Society of Radiographers.
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Career Sectors
This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.
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Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff Points:
or
UCAS Grades: H3,H3,H3,H3,H3
Leaving Cert entry requirements:
English, Maths, Physics (Physics with Chemistry acceptable), plus one of Biology or Chemistry.<br />
<h4>QQI Level 5 entry requirements:</h4>
<p>4 Distinctions and 4 Merits</p>
<p>Refer to course page for required subjects to be taken at unit level.</p>
<h4>Additional entry requirements:</h4>
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Leaving Cert Grades and UCAS Points
The following table may help you calculating your Leaving cert grades into UCAS points:
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QQI / FET Links
Points Calculator for QQI Awards:
Details of the QQI scoring system and a points calculator can be found HERE
The Student
Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.
Investigative
The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.
Career Progression
There are many employment opportunities for Diagnostic Radiography graduates within the National Health Service, in private medicine and in companies concerned with the manufacture and sale of Radiography equipment and/or services. There are also many research opportunities for suitably qualified graduates both at this university and elsewhere. Further information regarding careers in Radiography may be found at
