BSc (Hons) - Diagnostic Radiography (Integrated Degree Apprenticeship)

How you will learn

Radiographer AP Bridging This UDip programme forms the first element to the Diagnostic Radiography (AP Progression) Apprenticeship. Throughout this you will meet relevant competencies to bring you up to the same level as an end of 2nd year BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography student. Prior to starting, you will complete an ‘individual learning needs analysis’ (ILNA). This comprehensive document highlights knowledge and skills that apprentices already have and those that need to be developed. It is expected that different APs will have different areas for development and so this document will identify your learning goals for the course and we will tailor your learning accordingly.

This programme (which this programme specification relates to) follows directly on from the bridging as the second element in the Diagnostic Radiography (AP Progression) Apprenticeship. It broadly follows the modules and content of the 3rd year of an undergraduate Diagnostic Radiography BSc (Hons) degree. Where it differs is in its delivery, which is planned around work-based learning and will fit in teaching sessions around work.

How you will be assessed

A variety of different assessment methods are employed to provide a valid evaluation of the particular skills, knowledge and behaviours described in the professional body and Diagnostic Radiographer Apprenticeship standard. For example, Image evaluation and pathology recognition are assessed by computer-based assessments in which you are required to view and discuss images. Your interpretation of complex clinical scenarios will be assessed via oral examinations which develop and challenge your ability to hold professional discussions with service users and colleagues in both the medical imaging sessions and the wider interdisciplinary context. The application of research module will challenge you to critically review practice and challenge poor practice within medical imaging and use the latest research and evidence in order to allow you to formulate persuasive arguments. This will enable you to make recommendations to enhance service provision and patient care.

Career Outcomes

Graduates are eligible to apply to the HCPC to register as a Diagnostic Radiographer on successful completion of the programme. Other career avenues may include research, teaching, working with medical imaging equipment manufacturers or healthcare management.

Tuition Fees

2024 - 2025

Tuition fees are set annually and are subject to review each year. The University may therefore raise tuition fees in the second or subsequent years of a course, in line with inflation and/or the maximum permitted by law or Government policy. Students will be notified of any changes as soon as possible.

Funding

Degree apprenticeships are only offered to students undertaking the course as part of their employment. The apprenticeship training is therefore funded by the employer using their apprenticeship levy, with or without a contribution depending on the size and status of the organisation.
Apprentices will not be required to pay any fees and will not be eligible for Student Finance England maintenance support as they are in receipt of a salary. See further information on our Information for Aspiring Apprentices page.

The University will typically charge the maximum fee for the standard, before applying reductions based on accepted prior learning which is determined at application on an individual basis. To discuss sponsoring a learner on programme please contact apprenticeships@cumbria.ac.uk.

Additional Costs

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