Joining the British Army

And is it possible to become an officer after becoming a Radiographer in the Army.. If yes, how?

Hey,

If you would like to apply for as an Officer within this role you must be already qualified and hold a Degree, You would apply as a Professionally Qualified Officer.

Professionally Qualified Officers will undergo an additional Army Selection Board before or after their completion of Army Officer Selection Board. They will also complete as a shorter course at Sandhurst.

You can commission as a Officer after you have started your Military Career as a Soldier, However it is normally on recommendation from your Unit.

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ArmyJobs

So I can only be an officer upon recommendation from my unit after I have earned a degree in Radiography though the Army, right?

Hello, I want to join the Royal Navy as a Medical officer, I already have a conditional offer to study medicine at King's College London.
What steps do I need to take and how do I go about applying etc?

Learning the differences between something talking about the Army and something talking about the Navy would be a start...


Go take a look at the RN's careers site, that'll give you the background, then go talk to a careers office.

to be fair, i just wanted advice from someone with military experience. Furthermore, many have made reference to the navy and raf in this thread.

Hi,

It is more than likely the Royal Navy will have a number of Medical roles, You would have to do some research of a particular role that you would like to serve. We at the British Army have various Medical roles for Officers and Soldiers.

Check this out: https://www.army.mod.uk/rolefinder/search?keyword=medical

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ArmyJobs

Hey ArmyJobs,

I have a question.. Are there any fitness requirements in the Army to become a Radiographer?

Hey,

In order to be successful with your application, you would have to pass a fitness assessment. This (for Soldier entry) would consist of a 1.5 mile run, A power bag lit and a Jerry can carry. This fitness requirements are dependant on the role that you choose.

In this case, you would have to complete your 1.5 mile run in 14:00mins or less, Lift at least a 20kg power bag, and complete a jerry can carry of at least 60 meters.

To help you with this, I would download our 100% Army Fit app is great! and also take a look at this page on how to prepare yourself for joining:
http://www.army.mod.uk/join/Getting-yourself-ready.aspx

When you are ready, you are welcome to apply online here: www.army.mod.uk/join

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ArmyJobs

Ahh thanks! Do you know if I get a place secured to do Radiography at Birmingham City University through the Army, do I have to wear an Army Uniform or do I just dress normal?

Hi,

Good Question, when you're at University you would wear normal clothes / attire for Radiography practicals, When on exercise with the British Army you would wear your Uniform. This will all be explained to you when you start.

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ArmyJobs

Hey,

I've got another question.. are the Army healthcare students placed in a different building together or are they mixed with the other healthcare students at Birmingham City University?

Hey, It's ArmyJobs here,

It's Great that you are thinking of joining, It's Ok to feel nervous, lots of people will feel the same way. I know that sometimes its difficult when you don't have the full support from your family, Have you tried asking your parents to pop into an Army Careers Centre with you? They may have their own questions they would like to ask and personnel at these careers centres are more than happy to answer! You can find your Local Army Careers Centre by entering your postcode into the following link: www.army.mod.uk/inyourarea

So, on to yourself, Do you have a role in mind? I have seen you have mentioned the role of a Radiographer?

Within the role of a Radiographer, you may work alone or with others in emergency international trauma teams. When you’re not helping those on the front line of operations you use your skills to help patients in radiology departments.Your basic training teaches you vital soldiering skills like handling weapons and how to survive outdoors.

After that, if you’re already a qualified radiographer, you go straight to learning on the job in military medical centres. If you’re not a qualified radiographer you go to the Royal Centre for Defence Medicine in Birmingham to complete a three-year undergraduate degree.You learn how to use complex medical imaging equipment, such as X-Ray systems and CT scanners. On operations you’re likely to be dealing regularly with traumas most NHS radiographers wouldn’t ever come across. You also learn to work under intense pressure – a vital skill for anyone working in medicine.

Have you completed your A-levels? As for this role you would need at least 300 UCAS points and you would attend Birmingham City University, You can check their requirements here: http://www.bcu.ac.uk/courses/diagnostic-radiography

Hope this helps, If you have any more questions please ask.
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ArmyJobs

Hi @ArmyJobs I am considering joining the British Army as a student radiographer. I know that I would attend Birmingham University for 3 years, does the Army pay for this? Or do I have to pay tuition fees? I am from Scotland, so I wouldn't usually pay them. Thanks :-)

The Army jobs account hasn't been online since 2016, you'll be better off contacting their careers people via their website.

Hi @ArmyJobs I am considering joining the British Army as a student radiographer. I know that I would attend Birmingham University for 3 years, does the Army pay for this? Or do I have to pay tuition fees? I am from Scotland, so I wouldn't usually pay them. Thanks :-)