Bachelor in Diagnostic Radiography

The application deadline for Bachelor in Diagnostic Radiography is Apr 1, 2027.

The Bachelor in Diagnostic Radiography Hons at Bangor University is a 3-year degree for students who want to become radiographers. This program is taught in English and is available to students with a high school diploma. You'll spend time on clinical placements and in academic study, developing the practical skills you need to succeed in this field.

The curriculum includes practical work using equipment and phantoms, as well as simulation software and immersive virtual reality equipment. You'll also complete assignments, projects, and practical work, and prepare for clinical assessments. Assessment methods include written assignments, poster presentations, and practical experiments.

Graduates can pursue careers as Diagnostic Radiographers, Radiology Department Managers, Medical Imaging Specialists, Radiation Therapists, or Healthcare Educators. They can work in hospitals, clinics, or private practices, using their skills to produce high-quality images that help diagnose and treat diseases.

Bangor University, located in the coastal city of Bangor in Wales and founded in 1884 (Royal Charter 1885), is a public institution known for combining strong research with a student-focused experience. The university enrolls around 11,000 students, including roughly 2,700 international students, and groups teaching and research across nine academic schools. With 382 programmes spanning arts, sciences and professional subjects, Bangor balances tradition and innovation while aiming to deliver high academic standards and a supportive learning environment.

Set between the mountains of Snowdonia and the Menai Strait, the campus offers an attractive natural setting alongside good connections to larger UK cities. Institutional review commends its data-driven approach to quality, partnership with students, and embedded bilingual provision. Sustainability and global citizenship are central themes, informing research, enterprise and campus life, while interdisciplinary projects and community links create practical learning pathways for students at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

International students benefit from tailored support services, Welsh cultural opportunities, and a breadth of modules that suit varied career goals. Small-group teaching, research-led study and industry connections support employability, internships and further study. Prospective students seeking a welcoming campus with strong pastoral care, active student societies and clear routes into professional life will find Bangor offers rigorous academics alongside a distinctive natural and cultural setting.