Radiography - Module / MSc / PgCert / PgDip

This module is designed to develop professional capabilities at Postgraduate level students working within health and social care. There is an expectation that practitioners should be able to function as autonomous evidence-informed practitioners who will contribute to service development and professional leadership.

This module supports postgraduate students to develop these skills across the four pillars of advanced practice: clinical practice, leadership and management, education and research. Professional practice, leadership and reflection are key to effective enhanced/advanced roles, enabling practitioners to deliver high-quality, evidence-based and person-centred care in increasingly complex healthcare environments.

Through critical thinking, students with be able to analyse their own professional identity and decision making, enhancing their self-awareness, accountability or through their extended roles in their Clinical Practice.

This module is a standalone module that will sit within the Flexible and Work Based Learning Framework. The Framework is intended to provide a structure for the engagement of the University with external organisations from corporate, public, voluntary and SME sectors who wish to provide professional development for their staff. The Framework covers programmes offered in collaboration with UK based organisations and is not intended to apply to overseas collaborations.

The Framework reflects the University’s mission, particularly in relation to its commitment to transform the curriculum. This includes the development of flexible, practice-based learning and employability. The Framework is also intended to widen participation in higher education by broadening the learning opportunities available to students through the provision of learning opportunities in alternative settings and learning in an alternative format to that available at the University.

This module is for radiographers who are choosing to work within breast care services and specialise in breast imaging. The module’s underpinning intention is to enable you to develop the skills required to work in the complex area of breast care services. Being successful in this module enables you to gain the College of Radiographers named award of mammographer.

This module aims to develop the enhanced theoretical and clinical skills and knowledge required to interpret and report adult chest and abdomen radiographs, leading to students becoming a safe and competent reporting practitioner within their scope of practice.

The learning experience comprises of lectures, case reviews, reporting simulation and peer learning delivered by experienced professionals with current clinical experience. This approach will provide the theoretical framework and encourage students to develop the skills needed to produce actionable reports and communicate findings effectively in simple and complex scenarios. The foundations of image reporting will be explored and contextualised, including perceptual and cognitive error management, medicolegal aspects, and quality standards. Students will be supported to explore how they can contribute to the four pillars of practice to meet expectations of enhanced and advanced practice. Directed study will be used to identify and support personal learning objectives and development.

This module is designed to develop professional capabilities at Postgraduate level students working within health and social care. There is an expectation that practitioners should be able to function as autonomous evidence-informed practitioners who will contribute to service development and professional leadership.

This module supports postgraduate students to develop these skills across the four pillars of advanced practice: clinical practice, leadership and management, education and research. Professional practice, leadership and reflection are key to effective enhanced/advanced roles, enabling practitioners to deliver high-quality, evidence-based and person-centred care in increasingly complex healthcare environments.

Through critical thinking, students with be able to analyse their own professional identity and decision making, enhancing their self-awareness, accountability or through their extended roles in their Clinical Practice.

This module will enable you to review and report on a range of radiographic appearance of the musculoskeletal system (excluding the skull). Your studies will involve a range of simple and complex scenarios and require you to develop a deep understanding of normal and abnormal appearances. The module will adopt a learner-centric approach and through your study and development, lead students to become safe and competent reporting practitioners within their scope of practice.

The learning experience comprises of lectures, case reviews, reporting simulation and peer learning delivered by experienced professionals with current clinical experience. This approach will provide the theoretical framework and encourage students to develop the skills needed to produce actionable reports and communicate findings effectively in simple and complex scenarios. The foundations of image reporting will be explored and contextualised, including perceptual and cognitive error management, medicolegal aspects, and quality standards. Students will be supported to explore how they can contribute to the four pillars of practice to meet expectations of enhanced and advanced practice. Directed study will be used to identify and support personal learning objectives and development.

This module is designed to develop professional capabilities at Postgraduate level students working within health and social care. There is an expectation that practitioners should be able to function as autonomous evidence-informed practitioners who will contribute to service development and professional leadership.

This module supports postgraduate students to develop these skills across the four pillars of advanced practice: clinical practice, leadership and management, education and research. Professional practice, leadership and reflection are key to effective enhanced/advanced roles, enabling practitioners to deliver high-quality, evidence-based and person-centred care in increasingly complex healthcare environments.

Through critical thinking, students with be able to analyse their own professional identity and decision making, enhancing their self-awareness, accountability or through their extended roles in their Clinical Practice.

This module aims to develop the enhanced theoretical and clinical skills and knowledge required to interpret and report adult (patients over the age of 16) CT head scans, leading to students becoming a safe and competent reporting practitioner within their scope of practice.

The learning experience comprises of lectures, case reviews, reporting simulation and peer leaning delivered by experienced professionals with current clinical experience. This approach will provide the theoretical framework and encourage students to develop the skills needed to produce actionable reports and communicate findings effectively in simple and complex scenarios. The foundations of image reporting will be explored and contextualised, including perceptual and cognitive error management, medicolegal aspects, and quality standards. Students will be supported to explore how they can contribute to the four pillars of practice to meet expectations of enhanced and advanced practice. Directed study will be used to identify and support personal learning objectives and development.

This module is designed to develop professional capabilities at Postgraduate level students working within health and social care. There is an expectation that practitioners should be able to function as autonomous evidence-informed practitioners who will contribute to service development and professional leadership.

This module supports postgraduate students to develop these skills across the four pillars of advanced practice: clinical practice, leadership and management, education and research. Professional practice, leadership and reflection are key to effective enhanced/advanced roles, enabling practitioners to deliver high-quality, evidence-based and person-centred care in increasingly complex healthcare environments.

Through critical thinking, students with be able to analyse their own professional identity and decision making, enhancing their self-awareness, accountability or through their extended roles in their Clinical Practice.

This module will build upon the study skills you developed at undergraduate level. We will support you in developing advanced knowledge and understanding, informed by current practice and research in the field of Computed Tomography.

This module will enable you to enhance your knowledge and understanding of computed tomography clinical practice and equip you with the information gathering and study skills appropriate to postgraduate study. You will have the confidence to disseminate this to other colleagues to improve patient pathways, and you will act as exemplars to those who wish to advance their knowledge and skills. You will confidently practice within your area of expertise, appraise current thinking, and lead by example.

This module is designed to develop professional capabilities at Postgraduate level students working within health and social care. There is an expectation that practitioners should be able to function as autonomous evidence-informed practitioners who will contribute to service development and professional leadership.

This module supports postgraduate students to develop these skills across the four pillars of advanced practice: clinical practice, leadership and management, education and research. Professional practice, leadership and reflection are key to effective enhanced/advanced roles, enabling practitioners to deliver high-quality, evidence-based and person-centred care in increasingly complex healthcare environments.

Through critical thinking, students with be able to analyse their own professional identity and decision making, enhancing their self-awareness, accountability or through their extended roles in their Clinical Practice.

This module is designed to develop professional capabilities at Postgraduate level students working within health and social care. There is an expectation that practitioners should be able to function as autonomous evidence-informed practitioners who will contribute to service development and professional leadership.

This module supports postgraduate students to develop these skills across the four pillars of advanced practice: clinical practice, leadership and management, education and research. Professional practice, leadership and reflection are key to effective enhanced/advanced roles, enabling practitioners to deliver high-quality, evidence-based and person-centred care in increasingly complex healthcare environments.

Through critical thinking, students with be able to analyse their own professional identity and decision making, enhancing their self-awareness, accountability or through their extended roles in their Clinical Practice.

This module is designed to support development of an enhanced role in MRI but could be studied by those wanting a comprehensive introduction to MRI. Ideally students would be currently working in an MRI department and/or have access to their MRI departments policies, sequences and protocols; as these will be critiqued throughout the module, but this is not essential.

The aim of the module is to enhance health practitioners and improve patient-centred care through improving academic skills such as critical-thinking and utilising evidence-based practice. The module focusses on imaging areas such as, musculoskeletal, neurology and oncology related to the following: basic to intermediate MRI physics, to assure parameter optimisation, artefact reduction and overall image quality improvement; policy and procedure around MRI safety and MRI pharmaceuticals to evaluate their effectiveness in ensuring patient safety and reduced risk and finally patient pathways in and the complexities affecting patient-centred care within MRI service provision. Further emerging or specialist techniques such as functional MRI, are covered in the following module, MRI Advanced Techniques.

This module aims to develop the enhanced theoretical and clinical skills and knowledge required to interpret and report adult (patients over the age of 16) MRI spine and knee images, leading to students becoming a safe and competent reporting practitioner within their scope of practice.

Teaching sessions are usually delivered on campus grouped into blocks of 2 days and are made up of a mix of traditional lectures, seminars and workshops delivered by experienced professionals with current clinical experience. This approach will provide the theoretical framework and encourage students to develop the skills needed to produce actionable reports and communicate findings effectively in simple and complex scenarios. The foundations of image reporting will be explored and contextualised, including perceptual and cognitive error management, medicolegal aspects, and quality standards. Students will be supported to explore how they can contribute to the four pillars of practice to meet expectations of enhanced and advanced practice. Directed study will be used to identify and support personal learning objectives and development.

This module is designed to develop professional capabilities at Postgraduate level students working within health and social care. There is an expectation that practitioners should be able to function as autonomous evidence-informed practitioners who will contribute to service development and professional leadership.

This module supports postgraduate students to develop these skills across the four pillars of advanced practice: clinical practice, leadership and management, education and research. Professional practice, leadership and reflection are key to effective enhanced/advanced roles, enabling practitioners to deliver high-quality, evidence-based and person-centred care in increasingly complex healthcare environments.

Through critical thinking, students with be able to analyse their own professional identity and decision making, enhancing their self-awareness, accountability or through their extended roles in their Clinical Practice.

This module specifically addresses the broader programme aims related to “pursuing excellence” and “practice-led, knowledge applied” through a flexible provision that encourages students to develop their research ideas, enabling those on various Health MSc programmes to satisfy their individual learning needs, whilst contributing to their area of study.

This module can only be used towards the award level of either PG Dip or MSc.

The purpose of this module is to deepen your expertise by encouraging focused study of a particular aspect of practice relevant to the award that you are studying towards. The content of this module is decided by the student and therefore can be tailored to the specific needs of you and/or your department, therefore ideally suited for facilitating radiographer-led service improvement.

This module may be used to facilitate your progression into enhanced/advance practice by providing the academic endorsement to a training programme that is based in your own clinical department. Alternatively, the module may be used as a vehicle to deepen your knowledge of an area of practice.

The Cross-Sectional Imaging module provides you with an introduction to the world of multiplanar imaging. You will explore exciting aspects of ultrasound, computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging to broaden your understanding of these cutting-edge technologies. Through studying this module, you will develop a greater understanding of the ways in which these modalities are utilised to the betterment of our patients’ care. The module will also provide you with the opportunity to develop your understanding of non-clinical tools that are used in departments to help improve the overall standard of care that you provide.

MRI Specialist Techniques is suited to those with a sound fundamental knowledge of MRI who want to further their understanding of specialist and emerging techniques. A range of specialist and emerging areas are covered and students are encouraged to critically evaluate their clinical application and how they can be used to develop MRI services and patient centred care. The content and assessment are designed to produce a professional who is a self-critical reflective expert in their field, with the ability to inspire and support others in their chosen area.

During on campus sessions, a mix of traditional lectures, seminars and workshops will be held, which are supported by self-directed online learning such as pre-session activities, recorded lectures, discussion forums and revision activities. Tutor guidance is available to you throughout the duration of your studies.

The module may be studied as part of an award pathway but is equally suited to being taken as a stand-alone module. A negotiated practice module follows on well from this module, as the specialist area focussed on in this module can be further explored.

The Enhanced Radiography Practice module is suited to those radiographers working within the plain film department that want to develop their skills and knowledge in a range of both clinical and non-clinical applications. The module will explore the different subspecialities, building on what you already know and providing you with insights into the wider landscape of the plain film profession.

The module will encourage you to think critically about the different aspects of the plain film specialism and will provide additional opportunities for you to develop yourself within the plain film department.

Musculoskeletal Image Interpretation for Healthcare Professionals is tailored towards those professionals outside of the radiology department that have responsibility for reviewing plain film images of both the axial and appendicular skeleton. The module would also be of assistance to radiographers working within plain film who wish to improve their image interpretation skills. Through studying this module, you will gain a greater understanding of both normal and abnormal appearances of the musculoskeletal system which will ultimately provide a safer service for the patients that you see.

This module will not focus on the creating of a radiological report but rather on the skills and techniques that are needed to appreciate when appearances deviate from the norm, developing proficiency in plain film image review. Upon completion of this module, you will be well equipped to review images of the appendicular and axial skeleton.

The module will also give you opportunities to meet and study in collaboration with other healthcare professionals, drawing from their experiences and expertise.

Adult Chest X-Ray Interpretation for Healthcare Professionals is suited for radiographers and other registered healthcare professionals working outside of the radiology department that have responsibility for reviewing radiographic images of the adult chest. Through studying this module, you will gain a greater understanding of both normal and abnormal appearances of adult chest radiographs.

By studying this module, you will develop a critical approach to image interpretation of radiographs of the adult chest. Though the module does not give you the skills required to produce a formal radiological report, the knowledge and skills you develop will enable you to make clinical decisions based on your interpretation.

As the module is aimed at multiple healthcare professions it is intended that you will learn
interprofessionally throughout the module. You will be encouraged to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals aligning with the philosophy of the programme to develop a positive patient experience through collaborative working. This will allow all students to benefit from each profession’s unique approach to patient care and management.

This module aims to develop the enhanced theoretical and clinical skills and knowledge required to interpret and report adult (patients over the age of 16) CT head scans, leading to students becoming a safe and competent reporting practitioner within their scope of practice.

The learning experience comprises of lectures, case reviews, reporting simulation and peer leaning delivered by experienced professionals with current clinical experience. This approach will provide the theoretical framework and encourage students to develop the skills needed to produce actionable reports and communicate findings effectively in simple and complex scenarios. The foundations of image reporting will be explored and contextualised, including perceptual and cognitive error management, medicolegal aspects, and quality standards. Students will be supported to explore how they can contribute to the four pillars of practice to meet expectations of enhanced and advanced practice. Directed study will be used to identify and support personal learning objectives and development.

This module will enable you to review and report on a range of radiographic appearance of the musculoskeletal system (excluding the skull). Your studies will involve a range of simple and complex scenarios and require you to develop a deep understanding of normal and abnormal appearances. The module will adopt a learner-centric approach and through your study and development, lead students to become safe and competent reporting practitioners within their scope of practice.

The learning experience comprises of lectures, case reviews, reporting simulation and peer learning delivered by experienced professionals with current clinical experience. This approach will provide the theoretical framework and encourage students to develop the skills needed to produce actionable reports and communicate findings effectively in simple and complex scenarios. The foundations of image reporting will be explored and contextualised, including perceptual and cognitive error management, medicolegal aspects, and quality standards. Students will be supported to explore how they can contribute to the four pillars of practice to meet expectations of enhanced and advanced practice. Directed study will be used to identify and support personal learning objectives and development.

This module aims to develop the enhanced theoretical and clinical skills and knowledge required to interpret and report adult chest and abdomen radiographs, leading to students becoming a safe and competent reporting practitioner within their scope of practice.

The learning experience comprises of lectures, case reviews, reporting simulation and peer learning delivered by experienced professionals with current clinical experience. This approach will provide the theoretical framework and encourage students to develop the skills needed to produce actionable reports and communicate findings effectively in simple and complex scenarios. The foundations of image reporting will be explored and contextualised, including perceptual and cognitive error management, medicolegal aspects, and quality standards. Students will be supported to explore how they can contribute to the four pillars of practice to meet expectations of enhanced and advanced practice. Directed study will be used to identify and support personal learning objectives and development.

This module aims to develop the enhanced theoretical and clinical skills and knowledge required to interpret and report adult (patients over the age of 16) MRI spine and knee images, leading to students becoming a safe and competent reporting practitioner within their scope of practice.

Teaching sessions are usually delivered on campus grouped into blocks of 2 days and are made up of a mix of traditional lectures, seminars and workshops delivered by experienced professionals with current clinical experience. This approach will provide the theoretical framework and encourage students to develop the skills needed to produce actionable reports and communicate findings effectively in simple and complex scenarios. The foundations of image reporting will be explored and contextualised, including perceptual and cognitive error management, medicolegal aspects, and quality standards. Students will be supported to explore how they can contribute to the four pillars of practice to meet expectations of enhanced and advanced practice. Directed study will be used to identify and support personal learning objectives and development.

This module will build upon the study skills you developed at undergraduate level. We will support you in developing advanced knowledge and understanding, informed by current practice and research in the field of Computed Tomography.

This module will enable you to enhance your knowledge and understanding of computed tomography clinical practice and equip you with the information gathering and study skills appropriate to postgraduate study. You will have the confidence to disseminate this to other colleagues to improve patient pathways, and you will act as exemplars to those who wish to advance their knowledge and skills. You will confidently practice within your area of expertise, appraise current thinking, and lead by example.

This module is designed to support development of an enhanced role in MRI but could be studied by those wanting a comprehensive introduction to MRI. Ideally students would be currently working in an MRI department and/or have access to their MRI departments policies, sequences and protocols; as these will be critiqued throughout the module, but this is not essential.

The aim of the module is to enhance health practitioners and improve patient-centred care through improving academic skills such as critical-thinking and utilising evidence-based practice. The module focusses on imaging areas such as, musculoskeletal, neurology and oncology related to the following: basic to intermediate MRI physics, to assure parameter optimisation, artefact reduction and overall image quality improvement; policy and procedure around MRI safety and MRI pharmaceuticals to evaluate their effectiveness in ensuring patient safety and reduced risk and finally patient pathways in and the complexities affecting patient-centred care within MRI service provision. Further emerging or specialist techniques such as functional MRI, are covered in the following module, MRI Advanced Techniques.

This module is designed to develop professional capabilities at Postgraduate level students working within health and social care. There is an expectation that practitioners should be able to function as autonomous evidence-informed practitioners who will contribute to service development and professional leadership. This module supports postgraduate students to develop these skills across the four pillars of advanced practice: clinical practice, leadership and management, education and research. Professional practice, leadership and reflection are key to effective enhanced/advanced roles, enabling practitioners to deliver high-quality, evidence-based and person-centred care in increasingly complex healthcare environments. Through critical thinking, students with be able to analyse their own professional identity and decision making, enhancing their self-awareness, accountability or through their extended roles in their Clinical Practice.

This module is a standalone module that will sit within the Flexible and Work Based Learning Framework. The Framework is intended to provide a structure for the engagement of the University with external organisations from corporate, public, voluntary and SME sectors who wish to provide professional development for their staff.

The Framework covers programmes offered in collaboration with UK based organisations and is not intended to apply to overseas collaborations. The Framework reflects the University’s mission, particularly in relation to its commitment to transform the curriculum. This includes the development of flexible, practice-based learning and employability. The Framework is also intended to widen participation in higher education by broadening the learning opportunities available to students through the provision of learning opportunities in alternative settings and learning in an alternative format to that available at the University.

This module is for radiographers who are choosing to work within breast care services and specialise in breast imaging. The module’s underpinning intention is to enable you to develop the skills required to work in the complex area of breast care services. Being successful in this module enables you to gain the College of Radiographers named award of mammographer.

This module is a standalone module that will sit within the Flexible and Work Based Learning Framework. The Framework is intended to provide a structure for the engagement of the University with external organisations from corporate, public, voluntary and SME sectors who wish to provide professional development for their staff.

The Framework covers programmes offered in collaboration with UK based organisations and is not intended to apply to overseas collaborations. The Framework reflects the University’s mission, particularly in relation to its commitment to transform the curriculum. This includes the development of flexible, practice-based learning and employability. The Framework is also intended to widen participation in higher education by broadening the learning opportunities available to students through the provision of learning opportunities in alternative settings and learning in an alternative format to that available at the University.

This module is for those mammographers, breast clinicians and appropriate others who seek to extend their role to undertake breast interventional procedures under X-ray guidance.

The module will provide you with the necessary skills to undertake X-ray guided breast interventional procedures and develop your leadership qualities to enable you to work towards advanced clinical practice. Completion of a logbook of cases is required to provide evidence of your clinical competence and the production and presentation of a poster will demonstrate your understanding of the evidence base that underpins the principles of breast biopsy.

This module specifically addresses the broader programme aims related to “pursuing excellence” and “practice-led, knowledge applied” through a flexible provision that encourages students to develop their research ideas, enabling those on various Health MSc programmes to satisfy their individual learning needs, whilst contributing to their area of study.

This module is designed to support development of an enhanced role in MRI but could be studied by those wanting a comprehensive introduction to MRI. Ideally students would be currently working in an MRI department and/or have access to their MRI departments policies, sequences and protocols; as these will be critiqued throughout the module, but this is not essential.

The aim of the module is to enhance health practitioners and improve patient-centred care through improving academic skills such as critical-thinking and utilising evidence-based practice. The module focusses on imaging areas such as, musculoskeletal, neurology and oncology related to the following: basic to intermediate MRI physics, to assure parameter optimisation, artefact reduction and overall image quality improvement; policy and procedure around MRI safety and MRI pharmaceuticals to evaluate their effectiveness in ensuring patient safety and reduced risk and finally patient pathways in and the complexities affecting patient-centred care within MRI service provision. Further emerging or specialist techniques such as functional MRI, are covered in the following module, MRI Advanced Techniques.

This module can only be used towards the award level of either PG Dip or MSc.

The purpose of this module is to deepen your expertise by encouraging focused study of a particular aspect of practice relevant to the award that you are studying towards. The content of this module is decided by the student and therefore can be tailored to the specific needs of you and/or your department, therefore ideally suited for facilitating radiographer-led service improvement.

This module may be used to facilitate your progression into enhanced/advance practice by providing the academic endorsement to a training programme that is based in your own clinical department. Alternatively, the module may be used as a vehicle to deepen your knowledge of an area of practice.

The Cross-Sectional Imaging module provides you with an introduction to the world of multiplanar imaging. You will explore exciting aspects of ultrasound, computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging to broaden your understanding of these cutting-edge technologies. Through studying this module, you will develop a greater understanding of the ways in which these modalities are utilised to the betterment of our patients’ care. The module will also provide you with the opportunity to develop your understanding of non-clinical tools that are used in departments to help improve the overall standard of care that you provide.

This module is designed to develop professional capabilities at Postgraduate level students working within health and social care. There is an expectation that practitioners should be able to function as autonomous evidence-informed practitioners who will contribute to service development and professional leadership.

This module supports postgraduate students to develop these skills across the four pillars of advanced practice: clinical practice, leadership and management, education and research. Professional practice, leadership and reflection are key to effective enhanced/advanced roles, enabling practitioners to deliver high-quality, evidence-based and person-centred care in increasingly complex healthcare environments.

Through critical thinking, students with be able to analyse their own professional identity and decision making, enhancing their self-awareness, accountability or through their extended roles in their Clinical Practice.

This module is a standalone module that will sit within the Flexible and Work Based Learning Framework. The Framework is intended to provide a structure for the engagement of the University with external organisations from corporate, public, voluntary and SME sectors who wish to provide professional development for their staff. The Framework covers programmes offered in collaboration with UK based organisations and is not intended to apply to overseas collaborations.

The Framework reflects the University’s mission, particularly in relation to its commitment to transform the curriculum. This includes the development of flexible, practice-based learning and employability. The Framework is also intended to widen participation in higher education by broadening the learning opportunities available to students through the provision of learning opportunities in alternative settings and learning in an alternative format to that available at the University.

This module is for radiographers who are choosing to work within breast care services and specialise in breast imaging. The module’s underpinning intention is to enable you to develop the skills required to work in the complex area of breast care services. Being successful in this module enables you to gain the College of Radiographers named award of mammographer.

This module is a standalone module that will sit within the Flexible and Work Based Learning Framework. The Framework is intended to provide a structure for the engagement of the University with external organisations from corporate, public, voluntary and SME sectors who wish to provide professional development for their staff. The Framework covers programmes offered in collaboration with UK based organisations and is not intended to apply to overseas collaborations.

The Framework reflects the University’s mission, particularly in relation to its commitment to transform the curriculum. This includes the development of flexible, practice-based learning and employability. The Framework is also intended to widen participation in higher education by broadening the learning opportunities available to students through the provision of learning opportunities in alternative settings and learning in an alternative format to that available at the University.

This module is for those mammographers, breast clinicians and appropriate others who seek to extend their role to undertake breast image interpretation and reporting.

The module will provide the knowledge and skills necessary to analyse and interpret mammographic images in the screening, new referral and post-operative follow-up situations in line with national guidelines, protocols and scope of practice.

This module specifically addresses the broader programme aims related to “pursuing excellence” and “practice-led, knowledge applied” through a flexible provision that encourages students to develop their research ideas, enabling those on various Health MSc programmes to satisfy their individual learning needs, whilst contributing to their area of study.

This module is designed to develop professional capabilities at Postgraduate level students working within health and social care. There is an expectation that practitioners should be able to function as autonomous evidence-informed practitioners who will contribute to service development and professional leadership.

This module supports postgraduate students to develop these skills across the four pillars of advanced practice: clinical practice, leadership and management, education and research. Professional practice, leadership and reflection are key to effective enhanced/advanced roles, enabling practitioners to deliver high-quality, evidence-based and person-centred care in increasingly complex healthcare environments.

Through critical thinking, students with be able to analyse their own professional identity and decision making, enhancing their self-awareness, accountability or through their extended roles in their Clinical Practice.

This module specifically addresses the broader programme aims related to “pursuing excellence” and “practice-led, knowledge applied” through a flexible provision that encourages students to develop their research ideas, enabling those on various Health MSc programmes to satisfy their individual learning needs, whilst contributing to their area of study.

This module will enable you to review and report on a range of radiographic appearance of the musculoskeletal system (excluding the skull). Your studies will involve a range of simple and complex scenarios and require you to develop a deep understanding of normal and abnormal appearances. The module will adopt a learner-centric approach and through your study and development, lead students to become safe and competent reporting practitioners within their scope of practice.

The learning experience comprises of lectures, case reviews, reporting simulation and peer learning delivered by experienced professionals with current clinical experience. This approach will provide the theoretical framework and encourage students to develop the skills needed to produce actionable reports and communicate findings effectively in simple and complex scenarios. The foundations of image reporting will be explored and contextualised, including perceptual and cognitive error management, medicolegal aspects, and quality standards. Students will be supported to explore how they can contribute to the four pillars of practice to meet expectations of enhanced and advanced practice. Directed study will be used to identify and support personal learning objectives and development.

This module aims to develop the enhanced theoretical and clinical skills and knowledge required to interpret and report adult chest and abdomen radiographs, leading to students becoming a safe and competent reporting practitioner within their scope of practice.

The learning experience comprises of lectures, case reviews, reporting simulation and peer learning delivered by experienced professionals with current clinical experience. This approach will provide the theoretical framework and encourage students to develop the skills needed to produce actionable reports and communicate findings effectively in simple and complex scenarios. The foundations of image reporting will be explored and contextualised, including perceptual and cognitive error management, medicolegal aspects, and quality standards. Students will be supported to explore how they can contribute to the four pillars of practice to meet expectations of enhanced and advanced practice. Directed study will be used to identify and support personal learning objectives and development.

This module aims to develop the enhanced theoretical and clinical skills and knowledge required to interpret and report adult (patients over the age of 16) CT head scans, leading to students becoming a safe and competent reporting practitioner within their scope of practice.

The learning experience comprises of lectures, case reviews, reporting simulation and peer leaning delivered by experienced professionals with current clinical experience. This approach will provide the theoretical framework and encourage students to develop the skills needed to produce actionable reports and communicate findings effectively in simple and complex scenarios. The foundations of image reporting will be explored and contextualised, including perceptual and cognitive error management, medicolegal aspects, and quality standards. Students will be supported to explore how they can contribute to the four pillars of practice to meet expectations of enhanced and advanced practice. Directed study will be used to identify and support personal learning objectives and development.

This module is designed to develop professional capabilities at Postgraduate level students working within health and social care. There is an expectation that practitioners should be able to function as autonomous evidence-informed practitioners who will contribute to service development and professional leadership.

This module supports postgraduate students to develop these skills across the four pillars of advanced practice: clinical practice, leadership and management, education and research. Professional practice, leadership and reflection are key to effective enhanced/advanced roles, enabling practitioners to deliver high-quality, evidence-based and person-centred care in increasingly complex healthcare environments.

Through critical thinking, students with be able to analyse their own professional identity and decision making, enhancing their self-awareness, accountability or through their extended roles in their Clinical Practice.

This module specifically addresses the broader programme aims related to “pursuing excellence” and “practice-led, knowledge applied” through a flexible provision that encourages students to develop their research ideas, enabling those on various Health MSc programmes to satisfy their individual learning needs, whilst contributing to their area of study.

MRI Specialist Techniques is suited to those with a sound fundamental knowledge of MRI who want to further their understanding of specialist and emerging techniques. A range of specialist and emerging areas are covered and students are encouraged to critically evaluate their clinical application and how they can be used to develop MRI services and patient centred care. The content and assessment are designed to produce a professional who is a self-critical reflective expert in their field, with the ability to inspire and support others in their chosen area.

During on campus sessions, a mix of traditional lectures, seminars and workshops will be held, which are supported by self-directed online learning such as pre-session activities, recorded lectures, discussion forums and revision activities. Tutor guidance is available to you throughout the duration of your studies.

The module may be studied as part of an award pathway but is equally suited to being taken as a stand-alone module. A negotiated practice module follows on well from this module, as the specialist area focussed on in this module can be further explored.

This module is designed to support development of an enhanced role in MRI but could be studied by those wanting a comprehensive introduction to MRI. Ideally students would be currently working in an MRI department and/or have access to their MRI departments policies, sequences and protocols; as these will be critiqued throughout the module, but this is not essential.

The aim of the module is to enhance health practitioners and improve patient-centred care through improving academic skills such as critical-thinking and utilising evidence-based practice. The module focusses on imaging areas such as, musculoskeletal, neurology and oncology related to the following: basic to intermediate MRI physics, to assure parameter optimisation, artefact reduction and overall image quality improvement; policy and procedure around MRI safety and MRI pharmaceuticals to evaluate their effectiveness in ensuring patient safety and reduced risk and finally patient pathways in and the complexities affecting patient-centred care within MRI service provision. Further emerging or specialist techniques such as functional MRI, are covered in the following module, MRI Advanced Techniques.

This module aims to develop the enhanced theoretical and clinical skills and knowledge required to interpret and report adult (patients over the age of 16) MRI spine and knee images, leading to students becoming a safe and competent reporting practitioner within their scope of practice.

Teaching sessions are usually delivered on campus grouped into blocks of 2 days and are made up of a mix of traditional lectures, seminars and workshops delivered by experienced professionals with current clinical experience. This approach will provide the theoretical framework and encourage students to develop the skills needed to produce actionable reports and communicate findings effectively in simple and complex scenarios. The foundations of image reporting will be explored and contextualised, including perceptual and cognitive error management, medicolegal aspects, and quality standards. Students will be supported to explore how they can contribute to the four pillars of practice to meet expectations of enhanced and advanced practice. Directed study will be used to identify and support personal learning objectives and development.

This module can only be used towards the award level of PG Cert.

The purpose of this module is to deepen your expertise by encouraging focused study of a particular aspect of practice relevant to the award that you are studying towards. The content of this module is decided by the student and therefore can be tailored to the specific needs of you and/or your department, therefore ideally suited for facilitating radiographer-led service improvement.

This module may be used to facilitate your progression into enhanced/advance practice by providing the academic endorsement to a training programme that is based in your own clinical department. Alternatively, the module may be used as a vehicle to deepen your knowledge of an area of practice.

This module can only be used towards the award level of either PG Dip or MSc.

The purpose of this module is to deepen your expertise by encouraging focused study of a particular aspect of practice relevant to the award that you are studying towards. The content of this module is decided by the student and therefore can be tailored to the specific needs of you and/or your department, therefore ideally suited for facilitating radiographer-led service improvement.

This module may be used to facilitate your progression into enhanced/advance practice by providing the academic endorsement to a training programme that is based in your own clinical department. Alternatively, the module may be used as a vehicle to deepen your knowledge of an area of practice.

This module is designed to develop professional capabilities at Postgraduate level students working within health and social care. There is an expectation that practitioners should be able to function as autonomous evidence-informed practitioners who will contribute to service development and professional leadership.

This module supports postgraduate students to develop these skills across the four pillars of advanced practice: clinical practice, leadership and management, education and research. Professional practice, leadership and reflection are key to effective enhanced/advanced roles, enabling practitioners to deliver high-quality, evidence-based and person-centred care in increasingly complex healthcare environments.

Through critical thinking, students with be able to analyse their own professional identity and decision making, enhancing their self-awareness, accountability or through their extended roles in their Clinical Practice.

This module specifically addresses the broader programme aims related to “pursuing excellence” and “practice-led, knowledge applied” through a flexible provision that encourages students to develop their research ideas, enabling those on various Health MSc programmes to satisfy their individual learning needs, whilst contributing to their area of study.

This double module provides the student with the opportunity to complete a piece of work around a chosen topic in order to demonstrate competence in the planning, execution, analysis and evaluation of a Research Project, a Systematic Review or Project Management. It involves 400 hours of study. The focus is on facilitating the student's independent, critical study in their academic discipline or area of professional practice.

This triple module forms the final bridge between the award of a Postgraduate Diploma and a Health MSc related to a named award. It provides the student with the opportunity to complete a piece of work around a chosen topic in order to demonstrate competence in the planning, execution, analysis and evaluation of a Research Project, a Systematic Review or Project Management. It involves 600 hours of study. The focus is on facilitating the student's independent, critical study in their academic discipline or area of professional practice.

Negotiated Module One

This module can only be used towards the award level of PG Cert.

The purpose of this module is to deepen your expertise by encouraging focused study of a particular aspect of practice relevant to the award that you are studying towards. The content of this module is decided by the student and therefore can be tailored to the specific needs of you and/or your department, therefore ideally suited for facilitating radiographer-led service improvement.

This module may be used to facilitate your progression into enhanced/advance practice by providing the academic endorsement to a training programme that is based in your own clinical department. Alternatively, the module may be used as a vehicle to deepen your knowledge of an area of practice.

Negotiated Module Two

This module can only be used towards the award level of either PG Dip or MSc.

The purpose of this module is to deepen your expertise by encouraging focused study of a particular aspect of practice relevant to the award that you are studying towards. The content of this module is decided by the student and therefore can be tailored to the specific needs of you and/or your department, therefore ideally suited for facilitating radiographer-led service improvement.

This module may be used to facilitate your progression into enhanced/advance practice by providing the academic endorsement to a training programme that is based in your own clinical department. Alternatively, the module may be used as a vehicle to deepen your knowledge of an area of practice.

The Cross-Sectional Imaging module provides you with an introduction to the world of multiplanar imaging. You will explore exciting aspects of ultrasound, computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging to broaden your understanding of these cutting-edge technologies. Through studying this module, you will develop a greater understanding of the ways in which these modalities are utilised to the betterment of our patients’ care. The module will also provide you with the opportunity to develop your understanding of non-clinical tools that are used in departments to help improve the overall standard of care that you provide.

The Enhanced Radiography Practice module is suited to those radiographers working within the plain film department that want to develop their skills and knowledge in a range of both clinical and non-clinical applications. The module will explore the different subspecialities, building on what you already know and providing you with insights into the wider landscape of the plain film profession.

The module will encourage you to think critically about the different aspects of the plain film specialism and will provide additional opportunities for you to develop yourself within the plain film department.

Musculoskeletal Image Interpretation for Healthcare Professionals is tailored towards those professionals outside of the radiology department that have responsibility for reviewing plain film images of both the axial and appendicular skeleton. The module would also be of assistance to radiographers working within plain film who wish to improve their image interpretation skills. Through studying this module, you will gain a greater understanding of both normal and abnormal appearances of the musculoskeletal system which will ultimately provide a safer service for the patients that you see.

This module will not focus on the creating of a radiological report but rather on the skills and techniques that are needed to appreciate when appearances deviate from the norm, developing proficiency in plain film image review. Upon completion of this module, you will be well equipped to review images of the appendicular and axial skeleton.

The module will also give you opportunities to meet and study in collaboration with other healthcare professionals, drawing from their experiences and expertise.

Adult Chest X-Ray Interpretation for Healthcare Professionals is suited for radiographers and other registered healthcare professionals working outside of the radiology department that have responsibility for reviewing radiographic images of the adult chest. Through studying this module, you will gain a greater understanding of both normal and abnormal appearances of adult chest radiographs.

By studying this module, you will develop a critical approach to image interpretation of radiographs of the adult chest. Though the module does not give you the skills required to produce a formal radiological report, the knowledge and skills you develop will enable you to make clinical decisions based on your interpretation.

As the module is aimed at multiple healthcare professions it is intended that you will learn
interprofessionally throughout the module. You will be encouraged to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals aligning with the philosophy of the programme to develop a positive patient experience through collaborative working. This will allow all students to benefit from each profession’s unique approach to patient care and management.

MRI Specialist Techniques is suited to those with a sound fundamental knowledge of MRI who want to further their understanding of specialist and emerging techniques. A range of specialist and emerging areas are covered and students are encouraged to critically evaluate their clinical application and how they can be used to develop MRI services and patient centred care. The content and assessment are designed to produce a professional who is a self-critical reflective expert in their field, with the ability to inspire and support others in their chosen area.

During on campus sessions, a mix of traditional lectures, seminars and workshops will be held, which are supported by self-directed online learning such as pre-session activities, recorded lectures, discussion forums and revision activities. Tutor guidance is available to you throughout the duration of your studies.

The module may be studied as part of an award pathway but is equally suited to being taken as a stand-alone module. A negotiated practice module follows on well from this module, as the specialist area focussed on in this module can be further explored.

This module aims to develop the enhanced theoretical and clinical skills and knowledge required to interpret and report adult (patients over the age of 16) CT head scans, leading to students becoming a safe and competent reporting practitioner within their scope of practice.

The learning experience comprises of lectures, case reviews, reporting simulation and peer leaning delivered by experienced professionals with current clinical experience. This approach will provide the theoretical framework and encourage students to develop the skills needed to produce actionable reports and communicate findings effectively in simple and complex scenarios. The foundations of image reporting will be explored and contextualised, including perceptual and cognitive error management, medicolegal aspects, and quality standards. Students will be supported to explore how they can contribute to the four pillars of practice to meet expectations of enhanced and advanced practice. Directed study will be used to identify and support personal learning objectives and development.

This module will enable you to review and report on a range of radiographic appearance of the musculoskeletal system (excluding the skull). Your studies will involve a range of simple and complex scenarios and require you to develop a deep understanding of normal and abnormal appearances. The module will adopt a learner-centric approach and through your study and development, lead students to become safe and competent reporting practitioners within their scope of practice.

The learning experience comprises of lectures, case reviews, reporting simulation and peer learning delivered by experienced professionals with current clinical experience. This approach will provide the theoretical framework and encourage students to develop the skills needed to produce actionable reports and communicate findings effectively in simple and complex scenarios. The foundations of image reporting will be explored and contextualised, including perceptual and cognitive error management, medicolegal aspects, and quality standards. Students will be supported to explore how they can contribute to the four pillars of practice to meet expectations of enhanced and advanced practice. Directed study will be used to identify and support personal learning objectives and development.

This module aims to develop the enhanced theoretical and clinical skills and knowledge required to interpret and report adult chest and abdomen radiographs, leading to students becoming a safe and competent reporting practitioner within their scope of practice.

The learning experience comprises of lectures, case reviews, reporting simulation and peer learning delivered by experienced professionals with current clinical experience. This approach will provide the theoretical framework and encourage students to develop the skills needed to produce actionable reports and communicate findings effectively in simple and complex scenarios. The foundations of image reporting will be explored and contextualised, including perceptual and cognitive error management, medicolegal aspects, and quality standards. Students will be supported to explore how they can contribute to the four pillars of practice to meet expectations of enhanced and advanced practice. Directed study will be used to identify and support personal learning objectives and development.

This module aims to develop the enhanced theoretical and clinical skills and knowledge required to interpret and report adult (patients over the age of 16) MRI spine and knee images, leading to students becoming a safe and competent reporting practitioner within their scope of practice.

Teaching sessions are usually delivered on campus grouped into blocks of 2 days and are made up of a mix of traditional lectures, seminars and workshops delivered by experienced professionals with current clinical experience. This approach will provide the theoretical framework and encourage students to develop the skills needed to produce actionable reports and communicate findings effectively in simple and complex scenarios. The foundations of image reporting will be explored and contextualised, including perceptual and cognitive error management, medicolegal aspects, and quality standards. Students will be supported to explore how they can contribute to the four pillars of practice to meet expectations of enhanced and advanced practice. Directed study will be used to identify and support personal learning objectives and development.

This module will build upon the study skills you developed at undergraduate level. We will support you in developing advanced knowledge and understanding, informed by current practice and research in the field of Computed Tomography.

This module will enable you to enhance your knowledge and understanding of computed tomography clinical practice and equip you with the information gathering and study skills appropriate to postgraduate study. You will have the confidence to disseminate this to other colleagues to improve patient pathways, and you will act as exemplars to those who wish to advance their knowledge and skills. You will confidently practice within your area of expertise, appraise current thinking, and lead by example.

This module is designed to support development of an enhanced role in MRI but could be studied by those wanting a comprehensive introduction to MRI. Ideally students would be currently working in an MRI department and/or have access to their MRI departments policies, sequences and protocols; as these will be critiqued throughout the module, but this is not essential.

The aim of the module is to enhance health practitioners and improve patient-centred care through improving academic skills such as critical-thinking and utilising evidence-based practice. The module focusses on imaging areas such as, musculoskeletal, neurology and oncology related to the following: basic to intermediate MRI physics, to assure parameter optimisation, artefact reduction and overall image quality improvement; policy and procedure around MRI safety and MRI pharmaceuticals to evaluate their effectiveness in ensuring patient safety and reduced risk and finally patient pathways in and the complexities affecting patient-centred care within MRI service provision. Further emerging or specialist techniques such as functional MRI, are covered in the following module, MRI Advanced Techniques.