About Radiography Degree

Both therapeutic and diagnostic radiographers provide very important services to millions of people all around the world. Without them, modern medicine and healthcare would collapse. Because without detailed images of what is happening inside the human body, treatments would not be as effective, or valuable time may be lost.

Radiography goes far beyond X-rays, involving ultrasound, MRI (magnetic resonance imaging), angiography and CT (computed tomography) too. You could study diagnostic or industrial radiography, or perhaps a combined course. You learn about the science behind these techniques as well as a great deal of anatomy and pathology. There are 15 radiography courses available in the UK from diagnostic radiography and imaging to oncology and radiotherapy technology and the Society of Radiographers accredits 24 higher education institutions that run courses in radiography at present.

Therapy Radiographer Career

Six out of ten patients who receive radiotherapy treatment for cancer are cured. A therapy radiographer and the oncology team give cancer patients hope and a second chance. Radiographers meet new people constantly and are a highly regarded by patients for their professionalism and the support they provide. Every day they use the latest technology and manage machines that cost millions of pounds.

Promotion opportunities are excellent with a grading structure that sees the individual’s salary increase as they move up the profession. There are also management opportunities and consultant radiography posts are planned. Top-level pay can exceed $35,000 or more.

British radiographers are recognised as being among them the best in the world. Many foreign countries recruit from the UK.

A radiography degree is a passport to a job. Radiography students pay no tuition fees and you can qualify for an NHS bursary.