Diagnostic Radiography degrees

Our diagnostic radiography degrees will develop the skills you'll require to successfully embark on a career with the NHS or beyond.

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Study Diagnostic Radiography at the University of Exeter

With a degree in Medical Imaging (Diagnostic Radiography), you’ll have the skills required to successfully embark on a career as a Diagnostic Radiographer, working in a range of hospital departments and using various forms of imaging technology to look inside a patient’s body and help diagnose injuries and illnesses.

We have fantastic equipment on site, from purpose-built laboratories to a digital radiography room and ultrasound. Our brand new 3T MRI scanner and PET/CT scanner will open up new opportunities for your learning.

Our Medical Imaging team is one of the few in the country that actively undertake research. Not only is our teaching led by the latest research in the area, but you will have the opportunity to be a part of the research.

Our Medical Imaging degrees and courses

Our radiography degrees are taught on our St Luke's Campus in Exeter.

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Joint 5th in the UK for Radiography

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9th in the UK for Medical Technology

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Flexible study options including placements and fieldwork

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155th in the QS World University Rankings 2026 and 170th in the THE World Rankings 2026

Frequently asked questions about studying Diagnostic Radiography

Since the programme was launched in 2004 to help address a national shortage of radiographers, Medical Imaging has trained more than 1,000 radiographers, with active student placements in ten NHS trusts across Devon, Cornwall, Dorset and Somerset.

We've answered some of our most frequently asked questions below to help you decide if a Medical Imaging degree is right for you.

What career prospects would I have with a Radiography degree from Exeter?

Radiographers are an essential part of healthcare, with over 90% of people visiting hospital for diagnosis and / or treatment encountering one.

A Medical Imaging degree is a passport to an interesting job and a fulfilling career. There is a grading structure that sees an individual’s salary increase as they move up the profession. There are also management opportunities and consultant radiography posts are planned.

Radiographers trained in the UK are recognised as being among the best in the world and the health providers of many countries recruit in the UK. On graduation you will be eligible to apply for registration as a diagnostic radiographer with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and for membership of the Society and College of Radiographers. Preparing students for employment is an essential part of our programme.

Can international students apply for Diagnostic Radiography degrees?

Yes. Our international student community is part of what makes Exeter a top worldwide university. International students are welcome to apply for Bachelors (undergraduate) and Masters (postgraduate taught) degrees with us, as well as for postgraduate research opportunities.

For more information, visit our international students webpages.

"I have loved meeting people from across the country, making lifelong friends as we supported each other through learning and working. I loved spending my workplace-negotiated module time in paediatrics and immersing myself in the incredible work of the neonatal unit."

"Above all, I have loved being able to achieve my dreams and finally have a degree that has led to professional registration. Something I always knew I was capable of, but life outside of work kept the standard university route out of reach and for that I shall be forever grateful.

I am now employed as a band five general X-ray Radiographer at my local Trust. My ultimate aim is to train in ultrasound as an internship and progress down the Advanced Practitioner route. Radiography has so many possibilities, I am a little spoilt for choice!"