Plymouth University Interview for Radiography

Hi all,

New to this so bear with...

I have an interview coming up for radiography at Plymouth University, does anyone have any advice on the questions they will ask?

I assume from looking at other unis interview questions it will mostly be like why this uni, why diagnostic over imaging, and going through my personal statement etc but any tips/ help is appreciated thanks

why diagnostic over imaging

I don't understand this question - diagnostic is imaging?

oops! didn't even notice that...I mean to put therapeutic. thanks for catching that

And what is your answer to the question "why diagnostic and not therapeutic radiography?"

Roughly I would like to say something that mentions a preference for diagnostic imaging as I would be more interested in capturing and analysing medical images to aid diagnosis rather than focusing on treatment delivery. Diagnostic radiographers often work with a diverse range of patients, not limited to those with specific diseases or conditions. This interaction allows for exposure to a wider range of medical cases and conditions.

There’s the avoidance of potential emotional strain in Diagnostic. Working in therapeutic radiography involves treating patients with serious illnesses, and I’d prefer to work in diagnostic radiography to avoid the emotional strain that can come with treating patients undergoing cancer treatment, but I’m not really sure if this would really be appropriate to say in an interview for a healthcare subject?

There is also a greater need for diagnostic imaging services in hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare settings. The increasing demand for diagnostic procedures contributes to a higher demand for diagnostic radiographers which would = me as more employable 😉