University of Derby

MSc Diagnostic Radiography Pre-Registration

University of Derby

Course overview

The MSc Diagnostic Radiography (Pre-Registration) at the University of Derby is a special and fast way to become a qualified Diagnostic Radiographer. This course is designed for graduates with a degree in a science or healthcare subject. It equips you with all the practical experience and knowledge you need for the job, using the skills you learned in your first degree to help you get a good job later.

Studying MSc Diagnostic Radiography (Pre-Registration) from the University of Derby provides a quick and professionally approved route to practice. The course is approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), meaning you'll be eligible to apply for registration as a Diagnostic Radiographer as soon as you graduate.

You will develop the necessary technical and professional skills for safe and effective clinical practice. You will also develop a deep and critical understanding of the profession, which is vital for shaping the future of radiography. Due to the accelerated nature of the course, you will spend a significant amount of time, including the majority of the summer period, in clinical placement. The programme aims to develop you as a competent, reflective practitioner, capable of working both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Entry requirements

  • Candidates must have undertaken some recent work experience in a Radiography department.
  • You will also be required to attend an interview as part of the application process.  

Grade Requirements:

  • Applicants will need to hold a science or healthcare-related degree at 2:1 or above. 
  • If your degree is over five years old, then you would be expected to provide evidence of successful study at level 6 or above in the past two years.

English Proficiency:

  • International students are to show proficiency in English by having an IELTS overall score of 7.0 with nothing less than 7.0 in each category. 

Scholarships

  • 10% Alumni Discount

    All other alumni will receive a 10% discount.

    Up to 10% of fees
  • 25% Alumni Discount

    The 25% alumni discount is available if you graduated in the academic years 2023/24 or 2024/25 and are fully enrolled on a postgraduate programme by July 2026.

  • Biomedical Science Excellence Scholarship

    Two awards of £1,000 are available, and will be awarded as a tuition fee reduction in the second semester. Each recipient will also be allocated up to £500 to use to attend a conference.

    Up to £1,000

Career opportunities

Graduates of the MSc Diagnostic Radiography (Pre-Registration) from the University of Derby are qualified for employment in roles such as the following: 

  • Diagnostic Radiographer
  • Radiology Assistant
  • MRI Technologist
  • Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
  • CT Technologist

Cost of study

The tuition fee to study the MSc Diagnostic Radiography (Pre-Registration) in the University of Derby is £17,500. Please note that this fee is subject to review.  

Admission

Applications for this course can be made directly to the university using its online application platform. For further enquiries about this process, feel free to consult any of our counsellors at AHZ.

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