Program Overview
The Diagnostic Radiography (Pre-Registration) at Queen Margaret University is a MSc programme in Humanities over 26 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Diagnostic Radiography (Pre-Registration) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 26 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 15,990 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 8,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Musselburgh, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Diagnostic Radiography (Pre-Registration) programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- 30 credits: Introduction to Radiodiagnostic Imaging/ Fundamentals of Diagnostic Radiography/ Advanced Diagnostic Radiography
- 15 credits: Professional Studies for Allied Health Professionals/ Research Methods for Health Professionals
- 20 credits at SCQF 10: Practice-Based Learning1/ Practice Based Learning 3
- 40 credits at SCQF 10: Practice-Based Learning 2/ Practice-Based Learning 4
- If studying for the MSc, you will also complete a research project (60 credits).
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Second class honours degree or above in any discipline. Applicants without these academic qualifications would be considered through the Universitys normal Recognition of Prior Learning procedures. We would also like all applicants to have some shadowing experience in a clinical environment.
This course is not suitable for those already holding a diagnostic radiography or medical qualification. Shortlisted applicants will be invited for an interview.
International: Students whose first language is not English are required to take an IELTS test receiving an overall score of 6.5 and no individual component score below 6.5.
Criminal records check: A satisfactory criminal records check will be required.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 15,990 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 8,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 15,990 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 8,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Queen Margaret University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Queen Margaret University
Queen Margaret University
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Queen Margaret University is a public university in Musselburgh, East Lothian, Scotland. It is named after the Scottish Queen Saint Margaret (1045–1093). Located in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
University Profile- Start Date 2017-09-11
- Language English
- Duration 26 months