University of Derby

DXA Reporting for Clinicians

University of DerbyDerby (Kedleston Road), United Kingdom

Course overview

• Normal and osteoporotic appearances on DXA images, including an understanding of normal variants • The clinical risk factors that affect BMD • Artefacts and confounding factors, such as patient positioning • The radiographic appearance of vertebral fracture on lateral DXA images • Treatment thresholds for different patient groups • The significance of changes in DXA results with time and the implications for treatment

Key highlights

  • Interpreting normal and osteoporotic appearances on DXA images, including variants
  • Clinical risk factors affecting bone mineral density
  • Identifying artefacts and confounding factors such as patient positioning
  • Recognising vertebral fracture on lateral DXA images
  • Treatment thresholds for different patient groups
  • Interpreting changes in DXA results over time for treatment decisions

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
  • Full Payment Discount

    If you pay your annual tuition fee in full ahead of enrolment, you will benefit from a £1,000 discount.

    Up to £1,000
  • Sports Scholarships - Individual and Team Sport Scholar

    Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.

  • Sports Scholarships - Performance Team Sports Scholar

    Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.

  • Talented Athlete Award

    Please contact the provider.

  • Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships

    Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarships - £2,000

    Up to £2,000

Careers this course leads to

  • DXA Reporting Clinician
  • Clinical Scientist (Bone Densitometry)
  • Reporting Radiographer
  • Osteoporosis Specialist Nurse
  • Consultant Rheumatologist

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Derby, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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