2-Term Pathway - Foundation Certificate for Science and Engineering - Continue to Bachelor of Science (Honours) - Diagnostic Radiography

This is a vocational programme with approximately 50:50 ratio theory to practice. The University of Liverpool programme will prepare students personally and professionally, for the role of a competent caring radiographer, within the diagnostic imaging department. Students will gain the knowledge and skills, to undertake a comprehensive range of radiographic techniques needed for first post competencies working in the modern healthcare sector. This vocational programme is delivered in both the university academic setting and at clinical placement sites throughout the region.

Students will develop an awareness of anatomy, physiology and pathology, using radiographic and cross-sectional images, along with an understanding of radiological science, associated with medical imaging and radiation protection. Students will also acquire an appreciation of research methods with respect to diagnostic radiography and the importance of evidence-based practice in relation to the profession.

Students will be allocated a hospital placement to attend in several clinical blocks, throughout each of the three years. The focus of each of these placements is closely linked to the academic modules, which are taught using a variety of student centered teaching styles including traditional lectures and small group tutorials. Students will also have the opportunity to engage in the award-winning team based learning (TBL) approach, an internationally recognized effective teaching method.