UNIVERSITY OF BRADFORD
School of Health Studies
Division of Radiography
Programme/course title: BSc (Hons) Medical Imaging
Awarding and teaching
institution:
Final award:
University of Bradford
BSc (Hons)
[Framework for Higher Education Qualifications level
H]
Programme title:
Medical Imaging
Programme approved by
College of Radiographers
Duration:
3 Years full-time (maximum 5 years)
UCAS code:
n/a
Subject benchmark statement:
Health Care Programmes - Radiography
Date produced:
29 March 2011
Last updated :
19th September 2011
Introduction
Medical Imaging Technicians are key members of the health care team in Pakistan. By
exploiting the properties of X and gamma rays, ultrasound and magnetic fields, and
understanding the ways in which they interact with body tissues, their role is to ensure the
wellbeing and safety of people in their care and produce optimized images of the body which
will allow them and others in the health care team to arrive at a diagnosis of disease or injury,
thereby informing the future care and management of patients. The Shaukat Khanum
Memorial Cancer Hospital & Research Centre (SKMCHRC), Lahore operates a state of the
art private cancer service with full diagnostic and radiotherapy services. Its mission
statement is: ‘To act as a moral institution to alleviate the suffering of patients with cancer
through: the application of modern methods of curative and palliative therapy, irrespective of
ability to pay; the education of health care professionals and the public; and to perform
research into causes and treatment of cancer.’ The hospital is ISO 9000 accredited.
The SKMCHRC has worked in collaboration with the University of Bradford, England since
2006 to educate student radiographers to honour degree standard. We will provide you with
a supportive and multiprofessional learning environment to help you develop the theoretical
knowledge and practical skills needed to practise as a medical imaging technician.
Research and clinical practice at the SKMCHRC hospital is recognised both nationally and
internationally.
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A distinctive feature of the course is the integration of theory and practice. Academic study
and clinical practice occurs mainly at the SKMCHRC campus with some placements at other
hospitals in Lahore. Another distinctive feature of the course is the integration of the
sciences studied in radiography and the associated clinical learning into themed modules.
To enable this, you will have access to on-line University of Bradford learning and teaching
resources and on-line and library resources at the hospital. Practice based learning allows
you to work with and learn from clinical radiographers and radiologists providing medical
imaging services to the public using state of the art imaging equipment.
The course articulates well with the University of Bradford mission: ‘Making Knowledge
Work’. We are providers of high quality teaching, informed by internationally recognised
research and knowledge transfer which enables you to achieve their educational aspirations
within an inclusive, supportive and sustainable environment.
The University of Bradford, Ecoversity programme aims to embed the principles and practice
of sustainability across the entire institution, by encouraging people to adopt sustainable
behaviours and lifestyles, but also we have adopted the UNESCO principles for Education
for Sustainable Development (ESD) with the curriculum (http://www.unesco.org/en/esd/).
For you, as a student, ESD aims to help you understand the world you live in and take some
responsibility for creating a sustainable future at home and at work. The curriculum will help
you to develop the attitudes, skills and knowledge to enable you to make informed decisions
for the benefit of yourself, patients, carers and other health service users.
Programme Aims
The programme has been written with reference to the UK Quality Assurance Agency for
Higher Education (QAAHE) Benchmark Statement for Diagnostic Radiography (2001), the
Framework for Higher Education Qualifications (2001) and the College of Radiographers
Approval and Accreditation of Education Programmes and Professional Practice in
Radiography (2004). It prepares you to meet the needs of the imaging service in Pakistan.
Please note that this course does not confer eligibility to register with the Health Professions
Council in the UK.
It will enable you to:
A1
become a health care professional who is capable of practising medical imaging
competently, effectively, safely and autonomously, within a multiprofessional team
environment, to meet service and service user needs
A2
become eligible to apply for overseas membership of the Society and College of
Radiographers
A3
confidently challenge existing radiographic practice, through the development of
critical thinking and clinical reasoning
A4
engage in lifelong learning through the enhancement of personal transferable skills
A5
become a health care practitioner who will take some responsibility for creating a
sustainable future by adopting sustainable behaviours and lifestyles in the efficient
use of resources and as health care professionals, provide imaging to all our service
users regardless of social, economic and cultural background.
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Programme Learning Outcomes
When you have completed the programme you will be able to:
LO1
practice medical imaging safely, autonomously, competently and effectively, in a
multiprofessional health care environment with due regard for the needs of patients
and professional colleagues
LO2
evaluate the issues and legislation relating to equality and diversity and apply these
to your professional practice
LO3
synthesis your knowledge and understanding of human anatomy, physiology and
pathology and apply this to the planning and production of diagnostic images and
their subsequent evaluation
LO4
critically evaluate and interpret requests for imaging investigations to an extent which
allows you to make an independent judgement about the need for, and suitability of,
the proposed investigation
LO5
relate knowledge of imaging systems, radiation protection principles and legislation to
the demonstration how optimization of dose and image quality can be achieved
LO6
evaluate the complementary role of medical imaging investigations in patient care
LO7
demonstrate knowledge of sustainability and apply its principles to your learning and
subsequent professional practise
LO8
think logically, systematically and conceptually in order to demonstrate an evidence
based approach to professional practise through the use of research evidence and
argument
LO9
take responsibility for evaluating and improving your own learning by critically
reflecting, setting targets, planning and prioritising learning activities
LO10 identify, evaluate, analyse, interpret and synthesise a wide range of relevant
information through the reasoned selection of appropriate methods and techniques
LO11 illustrate, present and explain new information in a variety of formats to suit a range
of purposes and audiences
LO12 recognise and articulate the significance of continuing professional development and
the need to maintain clinical competence through the development of a portfolio of
evidence.
Curriculum
Graduates from the course will have successfully achieved a standard of education and
clinical competence which will allow them to work safely and effectively to the level required
to practice in Pakistan. The content of the course is guided by the radiographers’
professional body, the Society and College of Radiographers. Thus the course aligns with
the requirements of practitioner level radiographers as stated in the Learning and
Development Framework (2007).
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To ensure you acquire high standards of proficiency, each academic year you will have the
equivalent of 18 weeks of placements in local health care facilities. During this time you will
develop practical skills related to the learning outcomes for the medical imaging course.
Clinical proficiency is assessed throughout the course. As these proficiencies are linked to
the learning outcomes for the modules being studied, failure in clinical assessments will
result in you not being eligible to pass profession specific modules and obtain a BSc (Hons)
Medical Imaging. You will be eligible for academic credit for all successfully completed
modules.
An induction programme which begins before you commence the course and continues
throughout the first year will enable you to adapt to becoming a student studying for an
honours degree conferred by the University of Bradford in the United Kingdom. A range of
learning and teaching methods will encourage you to become a learner capable of
independent thought and action and thus become an autonomous practitioner who is
capable of working collaboratively for the benefit of your patients.
Throughout the three years of the course you will have the opportunity to study a range of
subject areas including biological, physical and social sciences as well as applied topics
relating to radiographic and healthcare practice.
Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) is part of the University of Bradford
Ecoversity Programme, which aims to embed the principles and practice of sustainable
development across the entire institution. Major areas of the Ecoversity Vision include
working towards: a healthier environment; social well-being; a thriving local economy; and
sustainable education.
The BSc (Hons) Medical Imaging curriculum has been written to facilitate students to
become health care practitioners who can work and live sustainably guided by the six ESD
principles contained in the Statement on Education for Sustainable Development within the
School of Health Studies (http://www.brad.ac.uk/health/ecoversity/).
Year 1 (level 4)
Main subject areas
During the first year of the course you will be introduced to the profession of radiography and
the principles of being a collaborative health care practitioner. Major topic areas are
anatomy, physiology, pathology and radiographic techniques of the: cardiopulmonary and
respiratory system; appendicular skeleton (upper and lower limbs); axial skeleton (skull,
spine, and pelvis) and abdominal organs. In support of the safe use and application of
radiographic techniques you will gain and apply knowledge of the fundamentals of X-ray
production, radiation protection and imaging technologies. Teaching will be delivered in
lectures which will be supported by tutorials and practical sessions which will take place in
the imaging department. Carefully planned and supervised elements of teaching will be
undertaken by third year radiography students. To prepare you for collaborative professional
practice and as part of the module Principles of Collaborative Professional Practice you will
be assigned to a core module study group with other students from your course. Together
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you will study professional issues, teamwork and study skills utilising face to face contact
and on-line discussions.
Academic study and clinical learning occurs each day throughout the academic year.
Assessment takes a wide variety of formats including, computer delivered examinations,
assignments. To ensure the quality of your clinical education, you will receive a Professional
Development Portfolio. This has two functions: to direct your clinical learning to ensure you
achieve module learning outcomes, and; to record clinical activity, attainment of clinical
competencies and assessments. Whilst learning in the clinical department you will receive:
formative feedback on your skill development, objective assessment of your competence in
performing a range of routine x-ray examinations and summative assessment of your
competence during the final clinical placement of the academic year. Throughout the course
100% attendance is required for placement learning and any deficit accrued has to be made
good before you can pass the year and proceed to the next year of the course or during the
final year, to graduate.
By the end of this year, you will be able to:
Understand the principles of becoming a collaborative, practice ready, health care
practitioner.
Demonstrate the knowledge of and the ability to undertake, under supervision, a limited
range of radiographic examinations of the appendicular and axial skeleton, cardiopulmonary
and respiratory systems and abdomen.
Understand the reason for and apply principles of health and safety, including appropriate
radiation protection.
Module Title
Type
Credits
Level
Study
period
Module
Code
HEA-
Principles of Collaborative
Professional Practice
Core
20
4
S1 & S2
HR-
Radiography of the
Appendicular Skeleton and
Chest
Core
30
4
S1
HR-
Safe and Professional
Radiographic Practice
Core
20
4
S1
HR-
Radiography of the Axial
Skeleton
Core
30
4
S2
HR-
Introduction to Abdominal
Imaging
Core
20
4
S2
S1 = semester 1 S2 = semester 2
Successfully completing both the academic and clinical assessments at this stage will make
you eligible to exit the programme with an award of Certificate of Higher Education in Health
Studies.
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Please note:

Clinical proficiency is assessed throughout the course. As these proficiencies are
linked to the learning outcomes for individual profession specific modules, failure in
clinical assessments will result in you not being eligible to pass these modules and
obtain a BSc (Hons) Medical Imaging. You will be eligible for academic credit for all
successfully completed modules.
Year 2 (level 5)
Main subject areas
During the second year of the course you will study body systems which require the use of
more complex imaging procedures and modalities, many of which will require the use of
contrast agents. These include the anatomy, physiology, pathology and radiographic
techniques of the: vascular, urinary, gastrointestinal, hepatobiliary, reproductive, endocrine
and nervous system; and the associated use of contrast agents. This will involve gaining an
advanced understanding of image detector technology, exposure and scatter control.
To understand how medical images of these systems are produced, the physical principles
and clinical application of computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, ultrasound,
nuclear medicine, positron emission tomography, bone densitometry and mammography are
studied. As a foundation for studies in year 3, policies and procedures for image
interpretation are investigated and evaluated.
Your role in the practice of radiography in a diverse society is explored and learning is
enhanced through small group discussion with service users who have complex health care
needs. Providing equality of service provision to a wide range of service users throughout
an extensive range of settings requires evaluation of needs and effective use of a range of
equipment.
As part of your professional development you will increase your understanding and the
application of professional regulation, the legal status of codes of professional conduct and
registration, competence, responsibility and negligence.
In the year 2 core module ‘Evidencing Professional Practice’ you will continue to study with
your core module study group exploring the evidence underpinning a health promotion
message. You will explore the concepts of evidence based practice and how professional
knowledge is developed through research. This will allow you to practice medical imaging
safely, autonomously, competently and effectively, in a multiprofessional health care
environment with due regard for the needs of patients and professional colleagues.
Learning will be facilitated using an integrated curriculum utilising lectures supported by
tutorials and placement based learning supervised by qualified radiographers. Elements of
assessment will include reflective assignments, technical report writing, group work to
produce a poster or leaflet and successfully demonstrating competence in clinical practice.
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By the end of this year, students will be able to:
Understand and act in accordance with professional and legal principles. Understand and
apply the skills required to safely practice radiographic techniques and procedures for all
service users from a diverse population, offering the highest standard of care.
You will have the knowledge and experience to participate in imaging procedures of the
vascular, urinary, gastrointestinal, hepatobiliary and reproductive systems; head and
nervous system. You will also be able to participate in undertaking procedures in computed
tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, ultrasound, nuclear medicine, positron emission
tomography, bone densitometry and mammography.
Module
Code
Module Title
Type
Credits
Level
Study
period
HEA-
Evidencing Professional
Practice
Core
20
5
S1 & S2
HR-
Imaging Using Contrast Agents
Core
30
5
S1 & S2
HR-
Practicing Radiography in a
Diverse Society
Core
20
5
S1 & S2
HR-
Imaging Modalities in Practice
Core
30
5
S1 & S2
HR-
Principles of Image
Interpretation and Reporting
Core
20
5
S2
S1 = semester 1 S2 = semester 2
Successfully completing both the academic and clinical assessments at this stage will make
you eligible to exit the programme with an award of Diploma of Higher Education in Health
Studies.
Please note:

Clinical proficiency is assessed throughout the course. As these proficiencies are
linked to the learning outcomes for individual profession specific modules, failure in
clinical assessments will result in you not being eligible to pass these modules and
obtain a BSc (Hons) Medical Imaging. You will be eligible for academic credit for all
successfully completed modules.
Year 3 (level 6)
Main subject areas:
During this, the final year of the course, you will study research frameworks and literature
review methodology. You will study in depth, an aspect of practice through a review of the
literature in the ‘Research for Advancing Professional Practice’ module. In this year 3 core
module you will work again with your core module study group.
In preparation for graduate professional practice you will study the biological and health
effects of ionising radiation and the principles of radiological physics and protection. You will
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evaluate and apply the principles of referral and justification of imaging requests to allow you
to make an independent judgement about the need for and suitability of the proposed
investigation. You will apply your knowledge of imaging systems, radiation protection and
legislation to enable you to ensure the optimization of dose and image quality.
You will investigate the role of and analyse the contribution of and complementary roles of
medical imaging and other medical interventions in patient care pathways.
Consideration of legal, ethical, cultural and professional issues and the application of these
to the clinical supervision of students and health care staff and your future leadership role as
a registered practitioner within a sustainable health care system.
Learning will be facilitated using an integrated curriculum utilising lectures supported by
tutorials and placement based learning supervised by qualified radiographers. Assessment
will focus on the application of knowledge to clinical practice and the ability to apply clinical
learning to the analysis of theoretical principles. Assessments will include a 3000 word
assignment on the clinical applications of an imaging modality in the diagnosis of disease,
group work on a practical experiment to produce data for an individual technical report, an
objective structured examination to demonstrate the application of knowledge to the clinical
situation; you will produce a case study focussing on the role of imaging in a patient care
pathway. As part of the development of your supervisory capacity you will develop an
effective learning resource for use by first year radiography students.
Competence in clinical practice is assessed through the successful completion of clinical
learning objectives, objective patient assessments and summative assessment of clinical
competence by clinical radiographers. 100% attendance at all placement learning
opportunities is required. Your Professional Development Portfolio must contain evidence of
the successful achievement of all elements of clinical competence and attendance.
By the end of this year, you will be able to:
practice medical imaging safely, autonomously, competently and effectively, in a
multiprofessional health care environment with due regard for the needs of patients and
professional colleagues.
Apply principles of pattern recognition to the evaluation, interpretation and reporting of
standard medical imaging investigations;
Be able to perform a standard computed tomography head examination and be able to
assist in performing other examinations using computed tomography, magnetic resonance
imaging and ultrasound procedures, working as part of a multidisciplinary team;
Identify and critically analyse the knowledge base relevant to medical imaging. Evaluate the
effectiveness of imaging and other medical investigations in the diagnosis and treatment of
disease;
Understand and apply the principles of sustainability to your professional practise, role as a
supervisor and leader and engagement in your own future learning and development;
Write a curriculum vitae and prepare for interview, applying your skills and knowledge to the
role of a Band 5 radiography post.
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Module
Code
Module Title
Type
Credits
Level
Study
period
HEA-
Research for Advancing
Professional Practice
Core
20
6
S1
HR-
Justification, Optimisation and
Interpretation in Medical
Imaging
Core
30
6
S1 & S2
HR-
Clinical Supervision and
Leadership
Core
20
6
S1
HR-
Medical Imaging Option
Core
20
6
S2
HR-
Imaging in Context
Core
30
6
S1 & S2
S1 = semester 1 S2 = semester 2
Successfully completing both the academic and clinical assessments at this stage will make
you eligible to receive the award of BSc (Hons) Medical Imaging.
Please note:

Clinical proficiency is assessed throughout the course. As these proficiencies are
linked to the learning outcomes for individual profession specific modules, failure in
clinical assessments will result in you not being eligible to pass these modules and
thus being ineligible for the award of BSc (Hons) Medical Imaging.

Credit will be awarded for all modules were the academic and clinical components of
assessment have been successfully completed. Students who have not passed all
final year modules (120 credits) due to failing academic or clinical components of
assessment may have sufficient credit to be eligible for an exit award of an Ordinary
Degree, BSc Health Studies. For the current regulations relating to eligibility of
awards please visit the Academic Quality Office website
http://www.brad.ac.uk/admin/acsec/QA_Hbk/Undergrad_Regs.html#17.
The curriculum may change, subject to the University's course approval, monitoring and
review procedures.
Teaching and Assessment Strategies
In each year of the course, you will study the equivalent of 120 credits across a range of
modules. A distinctive feature of the BSc (Hons) Medical Imaging course is the way it
integrates theory and practice. The course does not have separate clinical practice modules,
instead most modules that you study has integrated academic and clinical practice
components.
It is the need for substantial periods of clinical experience during the course that means the
organisation of the medical imaging course does not conform to the standard model adopted
by this University in terms of course length and organisation of semesters.
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The BSc (Hons) Medical Imaging course duration is three academic years. Each year of the
course is of 36 weeks' duration which includes two semesters and an end of year
consolidation and clinical assessment placement.
There is an equal weighting between academic and clinical study. Each year there are the
equivalent of:


18 weeks of academic study, which will include lectures, tutorials, practical sessions,
on-line study, on-line collaboration and private study.
18 weeks of clinical placement education. This occurs within hospitals and other
health care environments. There are clinical placements in each semester of the
course and an extended consolidation and assessment placement at the end of each
academic year.
Please note that both academic study and clinical placement education occurs during each
working day and not during separate weeks.
Attendance at the SKMCHRC and related health care facilities is a compulsory element of
the course. The exact times and dates will be made available in advance. However when
studying for a degree you will be required to undertake further personal study. The total
number of study hours for each year of a degree is approximately 1200 hours.
During each year of the course you will have the opportunity to learn from and alongside
students and clinical staff from a wide range of health and social care disciplines. It is an
essential aspect of modern health care that practitioners do not see their profession in
isolation and can understand the role and communicate effectively with everyone involved in
patient care. In each year of the course there are core modules which give you the
opportunity to collaborate with health care professionals from within and beyond the imaging
department.
Level 4 (year 1)
As part of your induction to the course and studying at the SKMCHRC, the first module you
will be involved in is Safe and Professional Radiographic Practice. Staff will introduce you to
the course and the resources which are available to support you in your learning.
In the module Principles of Collaborative Professional Practice, you will be assigned to a
learning group. During this module, which spans both semesters you will investigate the
generic principles of becoming a collaborative health care practitioner. You will remain in
contact and work with your group throughout the three years of the course giving you the
chance to share developing professional knowledge and understanding. Learning about and
from other health care professionals occurs throughout the course and is particularly
encouraged whilst you are at your practice placements.
Radiography specific modules integrate all aspects of knowledge required to undertake the
examinations or procedures being studied. For example in the module Radiography of the
Appendicular Skeleton and Chest you will study the anatomy, physiology, common
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pathology and radiographic technique (which includes care of the patient) of the
appendicular skeleton (which is the upper and lower limb) and chest. You will be introduced
to physical concepts such as fundamentals of X-ray production and exposure factors. This
integrated approach ensures that you will acquire all relevant knowledge to be able to
undertake X-ray examinations of the body systems being studied. Being able to observe Xray examinations being performed in practice and then have the opportunity to undertake
examinations is an essential element of this course. As part of all modules in the course,
clinical placements are integrated into the learning, teaching and assessment strategy.
Therefore each semester has a blend of academic study and clinical learning.
The underpinning physical sciences, for example the production and interactions of X-rays,
are studied at a fundamental level in year 1 and then are built upon in years 2 and 3 where
more complex imaging procedures and principles are studied.
Level 5 (year 2)
Year 2 builds on general radiography by introducing procedures which may require the using
of contrast agents to demonstrate organs and systems. Examples are the urinary and
vascular systems. These examinations require injections and the insertion of catheters,
therefore patient care is of paramount importance. Consent, infection control and the safe
use of drugs are studied to ensure patient welfare and safety at all times. Specialised
imaging modalities such as ultrasound, computed tomography and magnetic resonance
imaging are studied. This includes physical principles on which they operate and their
clinical application. Supporting this will be placements in appropriate imaging departments
where you will observe and actively participate as part of the radiography team in a range of
procedures. The learning outcomes during these placements are such that you will be able
to assist in a range of imaging procedures and undertake a standard computed tomographic
examination of the head.
In the module ‘Evidencing Professional Practice’ you will continue to study with your core
module lerning group exploring the evidence underpinning a health promotion message
Level 6 (year 3)
Year 3 allows you to choose one of the specialised imaging modalities to study in more
depth and you might chose to arrange a placement in a specialist unit. This is an example of
the independent learning which is a prominent aspect of studying at level 6 (the third year of
an undergraduate course). You will be supported with lectures, tutorials and supervised by
module leaders and your personal academic tutor, however you will be expected to organise
and prioritise your workload both in your academic and placement studies.
You will study an aspect of practice in depth through a review of the literature in the
‘Research for Advancing Practice’ module. In this module you will work again with your
tutorial group.
As part of the module Imaging in Context, you will take responsibility for deciding on an area
of study and arranging to spend time observing in practice the function of a multi-disciplinary
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team (MDT). You will work shadow members of the MDT in their clinical environment and at
relevant meetings. This will allow you the opportunity to reflect on, and critically review the
role of imaging in clinical decision making. You will then work shadow to evaluate the role of
one member of the team. The assessment will be a case study based assignment and a
presentation to other students and staff.
Assessment Regulations
This Programme conforms to the general principles set out in the standard University of
Bradford Assessment Regulations which are available at the following link:
http://www.brad.ac.uk/admin/acsec/QA_Hbk/Undergrad_Regs_.html
Admission Requirements
The Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital & Research Centre welcomes applications
from all potential students regardless of their previous academic experience; offers are made
following detailed consideration of each individual application. Most important in the
decision to offer a place is our assessment of a candidate’s potential to benefit from their
studies and of their ability to succeed on this particular programme. Entrance requirements
to the programme will be based on a combination of your formal academic qualifications and
other relevant experience. Candidates need to have been in education within the three years
prior to the start of the course.
The course will normally recruit between 6 and 8 students each academic year to commence
in September. Application will be by the completion of an application form. Candidates who
are judged to be of a suitable quality will be invited to visit the facilities at SKMCHRC and
have an interview.
Students must be capable of moving and handling patients and equipment and therefore all
offers of places are made subject to satisfactory medical screening.
Whilst the final decision on admission to the course rests with the University of Bradford, the
recruitment process will be managed by the Human Resource Department at SKMCHRC
and application forms and further information on the process can be obtained from:
Assistant Manager Medical Education,
Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital & Research Centre,
Johar Town,
Lahore,
Pakistan.
Tel +92425945100 Ex 2365
e-mail: trainingmanager@skm.org.pk
All applicants to the course should be able to present evidence of:

their commitment to further study, particularly in the area of Radiography;

recent academic achievement to an appropriate standard;

having researched their intended profession.

Be at least 18 years of age.
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And one of the following:



Bachelor of Science (Pass)
HSSC or Intermediate / FSc with a mark of at least 60%
At least 3 A-levels at grade C or above.
As the course will be taught and assessed in English, students should also normally be in
possession of a recognised English Language qualification. The International English
Language Testing Service Test (IELTS) administered by the British Council is the test
which is preferred by the University. You will need to achieve an overall band of at least 6.5,
with at least 5.5 in each of the four sub-tests. Requests for a waiver from this requirement
may be made to the Course Co-ordinator in Bradford, who will require evidence to confirm
that the student’s English skills are of a standard appropriate to meet the demands of the
course.
Short listed candidates will be invited to the Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital &
Research Centre for interview and you will have the opportunity to meet staff and view the
facilities.
Learning Resources
You will have access to all on-line University of Bradford resources including the virtual
learning environment where lecture notes can be accessed and an electronic personal
development portfolio. On line learning support can be found via the University of Bradford
Homepage:
http://www.brad.ac.uk/lss/ and http://www.bradford.ac.uk/learner-development/
Student Support and Guidance
Course Team
Support for your studies will be provided by the staff of the Imaging Department of the
Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital & Research Centre (SKMCHRC). Each module
you study will have a module co-ordinator who is a member of the SKMCHRC staff and will
be responsible for your learning and teaching for that module. Also you will be allocated a
Personal Academic Tutor from the SKMCRC staff, who is someone with whom you will be
able to talk about any academic issues or personal concerns. Support is given by the
SKMCHRC in English academic writing skill development..
To support your learning, you have access to all lecture notes and presentations
(PowerPoint) written by diagnostic radiography lecturers in Bradford. These notes can be
found in the University of Bradford “virtual learning environment” which is called Blackboard
and can be accessed via the University of Bradford Homepage. Here you will also find a
variety of other learning resources such as discussion boards and quizzes where you can
participate alongside students studying in Bradford.
Again via the virtual learning environment, you will have access to the School of Health
Studies - SoHS Information Point. Here you will find comprehensive information regarding
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learning, teaching and assessment and the University of Bradford Regulations, which you
must abide by. Specific subject questions should be directed to your module tutors (module
co-ordinator).
E-vision, which also can be accessed via the University Homepage, is a resource which is
personal to you. You can view your personal information, changing some details as your
circumstances change. This is also an important source of information regarding your
assessment results. E-vision and your e-mail account are very important means for the
University to communicate with you and should be checked on a daily basis.
Learner Development Unit (LDU)
The Learner Development Unit at the University of Bradford provides support in all aspects
of academic study skills. Many resources are available on-line and thus can be accessed by
Medical Imaging students via the University Homepage. These include many of the generic
study skills required by all students if they are to be successful in their chosen subject.
These should be accessed early in the course and are there to refer back to at anytime as
your needs change. Subjects covered include: maths and numeracy; information technology
(IT) and interpersonal skills through a wide range of interactive online materials available
from the LDU website.
Clinical Placement Support
There are a number of people who will provide support for you whilst you are learning in the
clinical departments. You are responsible to the senior consultant radiologist or nominated
department manager. It is important to note that each medical imaging department has its
rules, regulations and protocols which you must abide by. The imaging department and its
staff are there to provide a service to the public and their primary duty is to ensure the safety
of patients and other service users. Your Personal Development Portfolio is an essential
tool to both direct and record your personal development, particularly your clinical learning
and development.
As part of our protection of the public and to facilitate your wellbeing you may be referred
back to occupational health or fitness to practice panel if issues arise during your course.
Careers and Employability
Medical imaging is an essential service for all major health care providers and therefore
there are opportunities to obtain employment throughout Pakistan. Careers advice will be
given in the final year of the course in the module “Clinical Supervision and Leadership”.
University Policies and Initiatives
Ecoversity
Ecoversity is a strategic project of the University which aims to embed the principles of
sustainable development into our decision-making, learning and teaching, research activities
campus operations and lives of our staff and students. We do not claim to be a beacon for
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sustainable development but we aspire to become a leading University in this area. The
facilities we create for teaching and learning, including teaching spaces, laboratories, IT labs
and social spaces, will increasingly reflect our commitments to sustainable development.
Staff and student participation in this initiative is crucial to its success and its inclusion in the
programme specification is a clear signal that it is at the forefront of our thinking in
programme development, delivery, monitoring and review. For more details see
www.bradford.ac.uk/ecoversity .
Further Information:
For further information, please contact:
Assistant Manager Medical Education,
Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital & Research Centre,
Johar Town,
Lahore,
Pakistan.
Tel +92425945100 Ex 2365
e-mail: trainingmanager@skm.org.pk
The contents of this programme specification may change, subject to the University's
regulations and course approval, monitoring and review procedures.
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