Bcu or uni of leicester

help me pick what uni for diagnostic radiography i’m confused on what to do i live closer to bcu but leicester sounds good too. do u think i could commute to leicester from birmingham

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help me pick what uni for diagnostic radiography i’m confused on what to do i live closer to bcu but leicester sounds good too. do u think i could commute to leicester from birmingham

Hi there,
I hope you’re doing well. I’m currently in my third year of studying radiography, and I remember feeling the same way. It’s such an exciting but overwhelming time when you’re trying to decide between university, so I completely understand why you might be unsure.

Personally, I believe the radiography course at BCU is well-established. The lecturers are very supportive and you can book meetings with them if you need to grasp a particular topic. Beyond lectures, different departments within BCU, such as Careers+ for job support and the ADD (Academic Development Department) for study skills, can provide further assistance. I’ve found the ADD particularly useful.

Also keep in mind that, you won’t only be commuting to university, you’ll also be travelling to placement sites, so make sure you’re prepared for that as well.

Mercy
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help me pick what uni for diagnostic radiography i’m confused on what to do i live closer to bcu but leicester sounds good too. do u think i could commute to leicester from birmingham

Hi 👋

Glad to hear you're considering us as one of your options! To help you make an informed decision, I thought I'd share some details about our Diagnostic Radiography BSc degree.

On this degree, you will develop your knowledge and skills through a mix of academic study and work-based learning. About 50% of your time will be spent on placement in hospitals, where you will be taught, supervised and assessed by dedicated, experienced professionals to ensure you have the skills and knowledge to step into the professional environment. The remaining 50% of the course will be spent in lectures and seminars, studying the fundamental topics which underpin the profession, including radiation sciences, imaging technology, anatomy and pathology, and the legal, ethical and professional codes that govern clinical practice.

You’ll also benefit from outstanding facilities. We have a state-of-the-art X-ray room at the nearby Leicester Royal Infirmary that gives you the chance to train in a genuine clinical setting alongside professionals. Our Clinical Skills Unit allows you to undertake interprofessional training alongside our other healthcare students, including life support.
On completing this course, you will be eligible to apply to become a Registered Diagnostic Radiographer.
Students on this course are eligible for a grant of at least £5,000 a year, which you do not need to pay back.

Birmingham is just under an hour away from Leicester by train, making it a convenient option if you'd be travelling from there. Leicester’s railway station is also only a 10-15 minute walk from campus, which helps make your journey even easier - you can check out alternative travel options here.

I hope this helps! Wishing you the very best of luck with your decision. If you have any other questions, let us know 😊

Siya
Business and Management BA

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