A Radiography degree is a passport to a interesting job and a fulfilling careerCareers and employability
A Medical Imaging degree is a passport to an interesting job and a fulfilling career. Starting salaries are over £20,000 and there is a grading structure that sees an individual’s salary increase as they move up the profession. There are also management opportunities and consultant radiography posts are planned.
95 per cent of our 2008 graduates were employed as a Radiographer or undertaking a specialist Masters degree six months after graduation (Destination of Leavers of Higher Education Survey, January 2009). More details are provided on our graduate destinations page.
Radiographers trained in the UK are recognised as being among the best in the world and the health providers of many foreign countries recruit in the UK.
Personal development
Our students take advantage of the wide range of extra-curricular and personal development opportunities offered by the University, from study abroad to volunteering and playing an active role in student societies.
The Students’ Guild run clubs and societies across a whole range of activities and interests and has one of the most advanced student media networks in the country. Our sports facilities are also amongst the best in the country.
Exeter Student Ambassador Scheme: This scheme employs students as ambassadors to give potential university applicants a student’s view of university life. Ambassadors take part in a variety of activities including: visiting schools and colleges in the South West, giving tours of the campuses to prospective students and their parents, attending Higher Education Fairs, and helping out with University Open Days.
Careers events and initiatives
The Careers and Employability Service run a total of four careers fairs throughout the year and these have been particularly successful in putting major UK employers in touch with Exeter students.
Exeter Award
Many students from the College take part in the Exeter Award and the Exeter Leaders Award. These schemes encourage students to participate in employability related workshops, skills events, volunteering and employment which will contribute to their career decision-making skills and success in the employment market.
Further information
You can find out about training opportunities, job vacancies, skills development sessions, careers fairs and much more on the University of Exeter's Career Zone website. Further information is also available on the Careers and your future section of the University’s Undergraduate Study website.
"I chose to study Diagnostic Radiography after spending some time on work experience at my local hospital. I found radiography fascinating, and was amazed to find out what a Diagnostic Radiographer actually does. I’ve always had a keen interest in biology, anatomy and physiology and was interested in working with the latest technology in a healthcare setting.
This course teaches you much more than just the practical aspects of radiography. The lecture content is so varied and the clinical placements give you the chance to develop your practical skills and put the theory into practice. The hands-on approach to learning through the clinical placements was for me the most enjoyable part of the course. I chose to study at Exeter because of the lively, friendly atmosphere on campus and the wide range of societies and activities to get involved in. The course content rivalled that of other Diagnostic Radiography courses and the lecturers were professional and welcoming and were always there to help you with anything.
I’ve just accepted my first job as a Diagnostic Radiographer at the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital. The University provided employability workshops and lectures on everything from how to fill in application forms to interview techniques to help you to secure your first job. I’m looking forward to starting my career as a Radiographer. The job is so varied; each day brings a new challenge ensuring that you are always kept on your toes. Developments in new technology mean that radiography is constantly changing and advancing, so there is always something new to learn. There are also numerous options for me to advance my career. There are opportunities for me to specialise in a particular clinical area, for example Ultrasound, CT, or MRI, or go into management. There are also academic routes such as research and teaching. Overall, Diagnostic Radiography is a rewarding fulfilling career"
Katie Hart, Diagnostic Radiography Graduate
