Diagnostic Radiographer Degree Apprenticeship

Entry requirements

An upper second-class (2:1) honours degree (BSc or BEng) or equivalent in a relevant subject. GCSE Maths and English grade C or 4 or Functional skills Maths and English Level 2 or equivalent.

Apprentices must also have a valid and eligible residency status to gain entry onto the apprenticeship – please see the ESFA guidance for further information.

Apprentices whose first language is not English need to meet IELTS requirements of at least 7.0 overall and no less than 6.5 in any other section.

Months of entry

November

Course content

• For graduates holding a BSc (Hons) or BEng (Hons) degree seeking an accelerated route into Diagnostic Radiography
• Designed in collaboration with partners to deliver evidence-based practice to gain clinical competence with a focus on holistic compassionate care, this MSc ‘fast track’ Degree Apprenticeship builds upon our well-established BSc programme
• Apprentices will undertake extensive workplace learning and practice within their imaging department, underpinned by a strongly academic programme delivered through blended learning
• Full access to our recently upgraded imaging facilities including X-ray room and clinical skills laboratories
• Programme approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the Society and College of Radiographers (SCoR)

The UK faces a significant skills gap for Diagnostic Radiographers within our healthcare workforce with rising employer demand for highly skilled, qualified professionals. The Diagnostic Radiographer Degree Apprenticeship programme offers a new route into the profession for graduates holding a BSc (Hons) or BEng (Hons) degree.

This two year programme will, through specialised modules, build upon knowledge gained in a first degree or equivalent, providing apprentices with:

• Radiographic knowledge and an understanding of professional practice
• Intensive training in a radiology department
• The skills and knowledge to progress to full qualification and to work with patients in a healthcare setting.

Fees and funding

Full programme cost: £24,000

The employer fully covers the cost of the apprenticeship; apprentices do not pay for any of the eligible training costs. The apprentice will be an employee of the organisation, gaining a University of Exeter award alongside working and earning a salary.

Employers who pay the Apprenticeship Levy will pay for the apprenticeship fees directly through that contribution. See further information on the Apprenticeship Levy funding.

Employers must pay their apprentices a salary at least consistent with national legislation.

Funding eligibility criteria

• To be eligible for funding apprentices must meet the criteria listed in the ESFA guidance. 
  
• The apprentice must have a valid and eligible residency status to gain entry onto the apprenticeship – please see the ESFA guidance for further information.