Diagnostic radiography plays a key role in modern medicine. Radiographers produce images to obtain or confirm a diagnosis and are also involved in guiding therapeutic procedures like angioplasty. This course is approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).This course combines academic study with practice placements in hospital imaging departments across the North East. Throughout the course, as part of the placement experience, students will be required to participate in a shift pattern rota including weekends. On successful completion of the course, students will gain eligibility to apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council as a diagnostic radiographer.