MSc Diagnostic Radiography (Pre-Registration)

at Glasgow Caledonian University

Course modules

Modules:
Practice Education 1, Professional Practice Education and Application 2, Professional Practice Education and Application 3, Professional Practice Education and Application 4, Anatomy and Physiology for Radiographers, Inter-professional Working: Context, Organisations and Practice, Pattern Recognition in Radiography, Preparation for Radiographic Practice, Radiographic Principles 1, Radiographic Principles 2, Radiographic Principles 3, Radiographic Principles 4.

All entry requirements listed here should be used as a guide and represent the minimum required to be considered for entry. Applicants who are made a conditional offer of a place may be asked to achieve more than is stated.

Minimum academic requirements

Prospective applicants should normally be expected to possess:
 

• A recent (in the last five years) first class or upper second honours degree

• A grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or above (for graduates of non‐UK institutions)

In addition, applicants should normally have:
 

• Knowledge of the research process and research methods.

• Two satisfactory references (one of which should be academic)

All applicants should provide a personal statement of suitability which details contact with diagnostic radiographers. Statements should offer clear evidence of the applicant’s understanding of Diagnostic Radiography and how it differs from other health and social care professions. Clear links should also be made to their own personal attributes and skills with the demands of the profession.

This course is now closed to international/EU (without pre-settled status) applicants for September 2022. It remains open to new applications from the UK and Republic of Ireland for the September 2022 intake.

English language requirements
For students whose first language is not English proof of competency is required (IELTS score or equivalent 7.0 with no component below 6.5 as specified by the Health and Care Professions Council and the Society and College of Radiographers)

Annual full-time tuition fees
 

• Home (Scottish) and RUK: £9,000
• International: £16,500

Additional costs
As a student at the University, there are additional fees and costs which may or may not apply to you, but that you should be aware of.

The role of the radiographer is wide and varied. Currently, there are opportunities to gain employment within the acute sector, community sector, national screening programmes and private practice.

Career opportunities allow for development to advanced and consultant practitioner roles in areas such as medical ultrasound, image interpretation or breast imaging.