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University of Salford: Advanced Medical Imaging
| Institution | University of Salford |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Health and Society |
| Web | http://www.salford.ac.uk |
| Study type | Taught |
MSc
Summary
This course is not suitable for international applicants.
This programme is designed to enable qualified medical imaging practitioners to meet the challenge of specialist, advanced, and consultant practitioner status in a rapidly evolving health service.
You must already hold an undergraduate qualification in a related field, and for most modules, you must have an established clinical workload in the area of practice you intend to study and the support of a mentor at your place of employment. We do not provide placements.
You should discuss the clinical requirements with your employer and complete the learning contract. We cannot make an offer without this. Click on this link to read and complete our Learning Contract (2025/26).
To avoid delay in processing your application, you must ensure that evidence of your qualifications, English proficiency are uploaded to the admissions portal and that you have completed the learning contract.
Information for managers If you are applying for funding, please contact the programme lead as soon as possible to discuss your student profile and training requirements. We will help you to identify the specific modules and fee. We cannot hold places on our course and must process individual student applications, so it is essential that we discuss eligibility. Please do not wait until funding is in place as this may delay registration or mean that we must defer the applicant to the next academic year. Please review our Learning Contract (2025/26) for information about the clinical requirements.
You will: - Receive tuition and facilitation from experts in the field including advanced and consultant practitioners, experienced lecturers with post graduate academic and clinically relevant qualifications.
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Develop strategies for independent, life-long learning that will support your career development.
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Demonstrate your proficiency through industry relevant assessment.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | - Previous study and experience: You should hold an undergraduate BSc (Hons) degree in Diagnostic Radiography or a related healthcare field with a classification of 2:1 or above. |
| Location | Peel Park Campus The Crescent Salford M5 4WT |
Summary
This College of Radiographers-accredited programme is for qualified medical imaging practitioners aiming to achieve specialist, advanced, and consultant practitioner status in a rapidly evolving health service.
What will you study? Your module choices depend on your clinical background, prior education, experience, and career goals. Our flexible programme allows you to either study individual modules or work towards a qualification. Contact the programme lead to find the most suitable modules for your development.
Available workstreams: - Breast Intervention
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Breast MR Reporting (subject to numbers)
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Breast Ultrasound
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Cardiac Stress Leader
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Chest Reporting
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Defecating Proctogram (subject to numbers)
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Hysterosalpingogram Practice and Reporting
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Mammography Reporting
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MSK Reporting and Extended MSK Reporting
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Upper GI/VF Practice and Reporting
Some workstreams can be adapted for paediatric radiographers. Contact the programme lead for details. After completing 120 postgraduate credits, you can proceed to the dissertation module.
Modules Our modules focus on developing problem-solving skills and critical awareness of your practice. You will be supported in implementing evidence-based practice and gaining comprehensive knowledge in your specialist field.
For your first reporting qualification, you need to complete at least a postgraduate certificate. The programme also encourages development across the four pillars of advanced practice, assisting with your application for advanced practitioner accreditation.
Award outcomes/qualifications: - Postgraduate Certificate (PgCert): 60 credits
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Postgraduate Diploma (PgDip): 120 credits
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Master's Degree (MSc): 180 credits, including the dissertation module
What will you be doing? Teaching: The programme uses diverse teaching strategies, delivered by clinical and academic experts, many of whom are Advanced and Consultant Practitioners. You will also have access to a personal tutor to help you achieve your learning outcomes.
Assessment: You must complete clinical experience to meet learning outcomes and prepare for competence assessment. This is guided by evidence, professional guidelines, and external benchmarks.
Part-time students can study up to 60 credits per semester. Both the University and your workplace will provide guidance and support.
What about after university? Graduates often return to the NHS with advanced practitioner status and may progress to Consultant Practitioner roles. You will also receive support for applying for Advanced Practitioner Accreditation with the College of Radiographers.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | - Previous study and experience: You should hold an undergraduate BSc (Hons) degree in Diagnostic Radiography or a related healthcare field with a classification of 2:1 or above. |
| Location | Peel Park Campus The Crescent Salford M5 4WT |
Summary
This College of Radiographers-accredited programme is for qualified medical imaging practitioners aiming to achieve specialist, advanced, and consultant practitioner status in a rapidly evolving health service.
What will you study? Your module choices depend on your clinical background, prior education, experience, and career goals. Our flexible programme allows you to either study individual modules or work towards a qualification. Contact the programme lead to find the most suitable modules for your development.
Available workstreams: - Breast Intervention
-
Breast MR Reporting (subject to numbers)
-
Breast Ultrasound
-
Cardiac Stress Leader
-
Chest Reporting
-
Defecating Proctogram (subject to numbers)
-
Hysterosalpingogram Practice and Reporting
-
Mammography Reporting
-
MSK Reporting and Extended MSK Reporting
-
Upper GI/VF Practice and Reporting
Some workstreams can be adapted for paediatric radiographers. Contact the programme lead for details. After completing 120 postgraduate credits, you can proceed to the dissertation module.
Modules Our modules focus on developing problem-solving skills and critical awareness of your practice. You will be supported in implementing evidence-based practice and gaining comprehensive knowledge in your specialist field.
For your first reporting qualification, you need to complete at least a postgraduate certificate. The programme also encourages development across the four pillars of advanced practice, assisting with your application for advanced practitioner accreditation.
Award outcomes/qualifications: - Postgraduate Certificate (PgCert): 60 credits
-
Postgraduate Diploma (PgDip): 120 credits
-
Master's Degree (MSc): 180 credits, including the dissertation module
What will you be doing? Teaching: The programme uses diverse teaching strategies, delivered by clinical and academic experts, many of whom are Advanced and Consultant Practitioners. You will also have access to a personal tutor to help you achieve your learning outcomes.
Assessment: You must complete clinical experience to meet learning outcomes and prepare for competence assessment. This is guided by evidence, professional guidelines, and external benchmarks.
Part-time students can study up to 60 credits per semester. Both the University and your workplace will provide guidance and support.
What about after university? Graduates often return to the NHS with advanced practitioner status and may progress to Consultant Practitioner roles. You will also receive support for applying for Advanced Practitioner Accreditation with the College of Radiographers.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | - Previous study and experience: You should hold an undergraduate BSc (Hons) degree in Diagnostic Radiography or a related healthcare field with a classification of 2:1 or above. |
| Location | Peel Park Campus The Crescent Salford M5 4WT |
Postgraduate Certificate - PgCert
Summary
This College of Radiographers-accredited programme is for qualified medical imaging practitioners aiming to achieve specialist, advanced, and consultant practitioner status in a rapidly evolving health service.
What will you study? Your module choices depend on your clinical background, prior education, experience, and career goals. Our flexible programme allows you to either study individual modules or work towards a qualification. Contact the programme lead to find the most suitable modules for your development.
Available workstreams: - Breast Intervention
-
Breast MR Reporting (subject to numbers)
-
Breast Ultrasound
-
Cardiac Stress Leader
-
Chest Reporting
-
Defecating Proctogram (subject to numbers)
-
Hysterosalpingogram Practice and Reporting
-
Mammography Reporting
-
MSK Reporting and Extended MSK Reporting
-
Upper GI/VF Practice and Reporting
Some workstreams can be adapted for paediatric radiographers. Contact the programme lead for details. After completing 120 postgraduate credits, you can proceed to the dissertation module.
Modules Our modules focus on developing problem-solving skills and critical awareness of your practice. You will be supported in implementing evidence-based practice and gaining comprehensive knowledge in your specialist field.
For your first reporting qualification, you need to complete at least a postgraduate certificate. The programme also encourages development across the four pillars of advanced practice, assisting with your application for advanced practitioner accreditation.
Award outcomes/qualifications: - Postgraduate Certificate (PgCert): 60 credits
-
Postgraduate Diploma (PgDip): 120 credits
-
Master's Degree (MSc): 180 credits, including the dissertation module
What will you be doing? Teaching: The programme uses diverse teaching strategies, delivered by clinical and academic experts, many of whom are Advanced and Consultant Practitioners. You will also have access to a personal tutor to help you achieve your learning outcomes.
Assessment: You must complete clinical experience to meet learning outcomes and prepare for competence assessment. This is guided by evidence, professional guidelines, and external benchmarks.
Part-time students can study up to 60 credits per semester. Both the University and your workplace will provide guidance and support.
What about after university? Graduates often return to the NHS with advanced practitioner status and may progress to Consultant Practitioner roles. You will also receive support for applying for Advanced Practitioner Accreditation with the College of Radiographers.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | - Previous study and experience: You should hold an undergraduate BSc (Hons) degree in Diagnostic Radiography or a related healthcare field with a classification of 2:1 or above. |
| Location | Peel Park Campus The Crescent Salford M5 4WT |
Postgraduate Diploma - PgDip
Summary
This College of Radiographers-accredited programme is for qualified medical imaging practitioners aiming to achieve specialist, advanced, and consultant practitioner status in a rapidly evolving health service.
What will you study? Your module choices depend on your clinical background, prior education, experience, and career goals. Our flexible programme allows you to either study individual modules or work towards a qualification. Contact the programme lead to find the most suitable modules for your development.
Available workstreams: - Breast Intervention
-
Breast MR Reporting (subject to numbers)
-
Breast Ultrasound
-
Cardiac Stress Leader
-
Chest Reporting
-
Defecating Proctogram (subject to numbers)
-
Hysterosalpingogram Practice and Reporting
-
Mammography Reporting
-
MSK Reporting and Extended MSK Reporting
-
Upper GI/VF Practice and Reporting
Some workstreams can be adapted for paediatric radiographers. Contact the programme lead for details. After completing 120 postgraduate credits, you can proceed to the dissertation module.
Modules Our modules focus on developing problem-solving skills and critical awareness of your practice. You will be supported in implementing evidence-based practice and gaining comprehensive knowledge in your specialist field.
For your first reporting qualification, you need to complete at least a postgraduate certificate. The programme also encourages development across the four pillars of advanced practice, assisting with your application for advanced practitioner accreditation.
Award outcomes/qualifications: - Postgraduate Certificate (PgCert): 60 credits
-
Postgraduate Diploma (PgDip): 120 credits
-
Master's Degree (MSc): 180 credits, including the dissertation module
What will you be doing? Teaching: The programme uses diverse teaching strategies, delivered by clinical and academic experts, many of whom are Advanced and Consultant Practitioners. You will also have access to a personal tutor to help you achieve your learning outcomes.
Assessment: You must complete clinical experience to meet learning outcomes and prepare for competence assessment. This is guided by evidence, professional guidelines, and external benchmarks.
Part-time students can study up to 60 credits per semester. Both the University and your workplace will provide guidance and support.
What about after university? Graduates often return to the NHS with advanced practitioner status and may progress to Consultant Practitioner roles. You will also receive support for applying for Advanced Practitioner Accreditation with the College of Radiographers.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | - Previous study and experience: You should hold an undergraduate BSc (Hons) degree in Diagnostic Radiography or a related healthcare field with a classification of 2:1 or above. |
| Location | Peel Park Campus The Crescent Salford M5 4WT |
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