2. STUDYING DIAGNOSTIC RADIOGRAPHY IN THE UK
There are two types of radiography - diagnostic and therapeutic. Diagnostic
radiographers use their knowledge of healthcare technology and their excellent
interpersonal skills, to produce and interpret images which help diagnose illness. They
work mainly within the radiology and imaging departments of hospitals. Radiology
departments within hospitals normally include a wide range of different imaging modalities
e.g. ultrasound, magnetic resonance imaging, nuclear medicine, and X-rays. Diagnostic
radiographers are able to undertake most investigations but may later specialize in one
particular area. Therapeutic radiographers are also known as radiotherapy
radiographers. They work closely with doctors, nurses, and other members of the oncology
team to treat patients with cancer.
The BSc (Hons) Radiography (Diagnostic Imaging) programme provides the knowledge
and skills needed by radiographers to work in the health service. Anatomy, physiology, and
pathology, radiographic technique, radiation physics, equipment, and digital imaging are
all included in the different modules of the course. You study some interprofessional
learning modules together with students from other health disciplines, such as nurses,
physiotherapists and social workers. This shared learning experience allows you to develop
teamworking and understand the contribution different professionals make.
The programme consists of a 3 year full time course based around 3 academic terms per
year. Approximately 50% of the time will be spent in university and 50% on clinical
placement in large teaching hospitals, district general hospitals, and specialist
departments.
Entry requirements
Øð You must be 18 years old before beginning the course. This is a requirement under
the Ionising Radiation Regulations 1999 to be able to operate x-ray equipment.
Øð Normally a minimum of five GCSE passes at grade C or above, including one science
English, and mathematics.
Øð All candidates must complete either a short period of work experience (minimum
one day) in a diagnostic imaging department.
Øð All candidates must undergo health screening to assess their fitness to begin the
course. You must also complete an approved programme of immunisation, as
recommended by the Department of Health.
EXERCISE 1 Here are some idiomatic expressions about studying and exams. Use the
context to guess what they mean and choose the correct answer.
1 It s very easy to fall behind with your studies if you miss even just a few classes.
A stay close behind other students
B find yourself far behind other students
C get ahead of other students
2 She seemed to just breeze through the exams. Everyone else was in such a panic and
almost had nervous breakdowns.
A do them calmly and efficiently B not take them seriously C cheat in them
3 I just can t seem to get the hang of English prepositions. Just when I think I ve learnt
them I make new mistakes.
A memorize B understand C enjoy
4 When I sat down and looked at the exam paper my mind just went blank. Everyone
else seemed to be writing away quite happily.
A became confused B become very confused C became empty
EXERCISE 2 Complete each sentence with a form of do, make or take.
a) Have you _____________________ exercise 3 yet?
b) I can't come this afternoon. I'm _____________________ an English exam.
c) Jack has _____________________ very well this term.
d) I'm afraid that you haven't _____________________ any progress.
e) Sue didn't know the answer, so she _____________________ a guess.
f) You all look tired. Let's _____________________ a break.
g) This is a good composition, but you have _____________________ a lot of errors.
h) I think you should _____________________ yourself more seriously.
i) The teacher gave a lecture, and the class _____________________ notes.
j) Paul finds maths difficult, but he _____________________ his best.
LISTENING You will hear five people about their schooldays. For questions 1-5, choose
from the list A-F the sentence that best summarizes each speaker s experience. Use the
letters only once. There is one extra letter which you do to need to use.
A I was an average pupil. Speaker 1
B I was a failure at school. Speaker 2
C I was not popular with other pupils in my class. Speaker 3
D I didn t like the kind of school I went to. Speaker 4
E Nobody paid much attention to me at school. Speaker 5
F I found school boring.
Grammar QUESTIONS
EXERCISE 1 Complete the questions. Use the words in brackets.
1 I know her brother quite well. & & & & & & & & & .& & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & .. him? (you)
2 We ll bring some drinks. & & & & & & & & & & & & .& & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & the food? (they)
3 I live in a flat. & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & ..& & & & & & & & ..& in a flat or a house? (you)
4 I should tell Emma. & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & .& & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & Lisa too? (I)
5 We ve been working in the library. & & & & & .& & & & & & & & & & & & & & & ..& . at home? (you)
6 We came by train. & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & .& & & & & & & & & & . by train or by bus? (Jack)
7 They have to get up at six. & & & & & & & & & & ..& & & & & & & & & ..& to get up early too. (we)
8 They sent me a text message. & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & . you one? (she)
9 He often plays tennis with us. & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & ..& & & & & & . with you too? (he)
EXERCISE 2 Complete the questions. Use the words in brackets.
1 Q & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & (why/you/decide) to do your last film?
Answer: I wanted to do a comedy.
2 Q & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & . (where/you/make)?
Answer: In Chicago and Hollywood.
3 Q & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & (how long/you/ spend) in Hollywood?
Answer: A month.
4 Q & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & . (how/you/feel) about your performance in it?
Answer: I m quite pleased with it.
5 Q & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & (what/you/do) next year?
Answer: A thriller. I m going to be a police officer!
6 Q & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & . (who/you/work/with) on it?
Answer: I m not sure. Maybe someone really famous!
7 Q & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & . (whose/performances/you/admire)?
Answer: I really love all Johnny Depp s work.
EXERCISE 3 Write questions. Use what and who.
1 I did something stupid. & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & &
2 Somebody took the money. & & & .& & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & &
3 something large fell off. & & & & ..& & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & ..
4 I can see something. & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & &
5 Somebody s meeting us. & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & ..
6 Something s happening. & & & & ..& & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & .
7 We should tell somebody. & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & ..
8 He bought something. & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & &
9 Someone helped him. & & & & .& & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & ..
10 Somebody hit me. & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & ..
11 I hit somebody. & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & .
12 Something happened. & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & .
13 Someone lives in that house. & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & ..
14 Somebody gave me this key. & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & .
15 Henry gave me something. & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & ..
16 Tom meets someone every day. & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & ..
17 I fell over something. & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & &
18 Something fell on the floor. & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & &
19 This word means something. & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & ..
20 I hit somebody. & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & & &