- 7th for overall satisfaction in the National Student Survey (2009)*
- accredited by the Society and College of Radiographers and Health Professions Council
- tuition fees paid by NHS for Home applicants
- means-tested NHS bursaries available for students satisfying residency requirements
- clinical placements in 10 hospitals across Cornwall, Devon, Dorset and Somerset
- interprofessional learning in theory and in practice
*based on the average of positive responses for full service universities (i.e. excluding specialist colleges)
Diagnostic Radiographers fulfil an essential role in the modern healthcare setting. They use their skills and knowledge to produce detailed, high quality images of what is happening in the human body, all the while using empathy and interpersonal skills to put the patient at ease. These images are used in the diagnosis of injury and disease and help to ensure that prompt, effective treatment is given.
We educate radiographers to be confident in their technical ability and able to empathise with and relate to patients while working effectively in a multi-professional environment.
Interprofessional learning is delivered as part of the core syllabus and in practice where our students are encouraged to develop the insight and skills needed to work effectively in the multidisciplinary hospital setting upon graduation. The University is a partner with the University of Plymouth and University College Plymouth St Mark and St John in the Peninsula Health Collaboration (PHC), with the aim of providing additional interprofessional opportunities throughout the programme.
The Radiography degree is based in the Physics Building where we have excellent facilities including a diagnostic x-ray room with digital imaging facilities and laboratories for computing and practical work.
Numbers
Exeter
Entrants: 57
Applicants: 244
“I had always known I wanted to work within a hospital environment and after a lot of work experience I discovered Radiography and immediately knew it was for me. So the next question was where to study. Exeter was everything I was looking for in my choice of university; I was instantly impressed with the campus, it is a beautiful place with an intimate, friendly feel about it and yet there is a vibrant city centre just down the road. Student life at Exeter is brilliant with a massive range of societies and clubs to join, bands playing regularly and events happening virtually every day and night.
I was diagnosed with dyslexia when I was nine and have had to work hard at my studies so a university with good learning support was essential. Exeter provides that with the Disability Resources Centre. I have one-to-one lessons and they help me with everything from exam technique to proofreading essays.
I was the first in my family to go to university, I really had no idea what to expect and was scared stiff but needn’t have worried; I have made friends for life here and the University itself is exceptional.
Radiography is challenging, practical and exciting. As part of my course I have spent four months at The Royal Cornwall Hospital (Treliske) and had the time of my life, learnt a lot and met many really nice people. I feel secure in knowing that my degree will be from one of the top universities in the country and I can’t imagine myself anywhere else, I love it!”
Sara Cook, BSc Medical Imaging (Diagnostic Radiography)
