Radiography is a fascinating area in which to work and if you have been a hospital patient, the chances are that you will have seen a diagnostic radiographer.

Radiographers fulfil an essential role in the modern healthcare setting, using their skills and knowledge to produce detailed, high quality anatomical and physiological images of what is happening within the human body. These images are used to assist in diagnosis of injury and disease thereby ensuring that prompt effective treatment is given.

Radiographers use a range of techniques to produce medical images which includes,

Angiography - is used to investigate blood vessels and therapeutic interventions
Computed Tomography (CT) - constructs 3-D images which can be visualised in many ways using advanced image processing techniques
Fluoroscopy - produces real-time x-ray images of the digestive system
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) - exploits the high magnetic fields produced by superconducting magnets to create 3-D images of the different tissue environments within the body
Ultrasound - not only produces the fetal images that delight parents-to-be, but it also has many other applications including: pre-surgery planning, checking circulation, and heart examinations.
X-rays - penetrates soft tissue and permits the examination of bones and foreign bodies

Radiographers need a sound understanding of the basic science that underpins the constantly advancing technology they use.

Radiographers need a sound understanding of the basic science that underpins the constantly advancing technology that they use, but they also need the professional and social skills required to interact with patients and with other medical professionals. Radiographers meet new people constantly and are highly regarded by patients for their professionalism and the support they provide.

The Medical Imaging (Diagnostic Radiography) degree is based in the Physics Building where we have excellent facilities including a diagnostic x-ray room with digital imaging facilities and laboratories for computing and practical work. In the most recent (February 2007) QAA Major Review of Healthcare report the BSc Medical Imaging Programme has been 'commended' for learning and teaching, student progression, learning resources and their effective utilisation, . This is the highest grade that can be awarded.

Radiography students who qualify as 'Home Residents' pay no tuition fees and can qualify for an NHS bursary.

Further information on Diagnostic Radiography can be found at:

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