Diagnostic Radiography (Hons) with Foundation Year University of Worcester

Overview

The Diagnostic Radiography (Hons) with Foundation Year at the University of Worcester is designed for students who demonstrate a strong commitment to healthcare but may not meet standard entry requirements. This four-year programme integrates a foundational year to ease the transition into higher education before progressing to intensive clinical training. You will develop the essential scientific knowledge and compassionate patient-care skills required to excel in the modern medical imaging environment.

Why Diagnostic Radiography (Hons) with Foundation Year at University of Worcester?

Students benefit from training at a brand-new health and wellbeing campus featuring state-of-the-art facilities. You will have access to a specialist anatomy skills room equipped with high-fidelity models and digital simulations of life-sized bodies. The university maintains strong partnerships with healthcare providers across the West Midlands, ensuring diverse placement opportunities within both NHS and private settings. Furthermore, the final three years of the degree are approved by the Health and Care Professions Council, making graduates eligible for professional registration.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 17200 per year
• National fee: GBP 9790 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum begins with a foundation year shared with other healthcare disciplines to encourage interdisciplinary collaboration. Modules may include:

• Essential Skills for Learning in Healthcare
• Science for Healthcare
• Health and Wellbeing in Today’s Society
• Becoming a Healthcare Professional
• Medical Imaging Science
• Anatomy

Careers with Diagnostic Radiography (Hons) with Foundation Year

Graduates are well-prepared for roles as diagnostic radiographers within NHS Trusts or private healthcare providers. The programme also provides a foundation for working in field hospitals for the armed forces or specialising in areas such as forensic radiography, veterinary imaging, and industrial sectors. Many alumni progress to advanced practitioner or consultant roles, while others pursue further postgraduate study in ultrasound or image reporting. There is also a pathway for those wishing to transition into medicine via graduate-entry programmes.