RDI-10018 - Module Specification
School of Allied Health Professions
Faculty of Medicine & Health Sciences

Programme/Approved Electives for 2024/25

Available as a Free Standing Elective

Co-requisites

None

Prerequisites

None

Barred Combinations

None

Description for 2024/25

This module is the clinical placement module for the first year of the BSc (Hons) Radiography (Diagnostic Imaging) programme where students start to apply the theoretical concepts of radiographic practice into everyday clinical practice. The student will complete assessments in plain radiograph imaging and will reflect on their learning experiences.

This module will enable the student to develop and refine skills attained in radiographic positioning, patient care and multi-disciplinary teamwork, in the clinical environment. This will be achieved with structured support from practice educators and under supervision from appropriately qualified staff, including in a relevant external setting.
The module will enable students to reflect on their personal and professional performance and behaviour in a clinical setting, and to modify their practice accordingly with appropriate support.
The student will develop their radiographic knowledge and skills primarily in general radiography but will also have exposure to theatre radiography, fluoroscopy and cross-sectional imaging modalities.

Intended Learning Outcomes

Develop and examine the clinical and professional skills required in everyday radiographic practice within the boundaries of legal, ethical and professional frameworks.: 1,2,3
Examine the factors contributing to wellbeing of service users and carers in the placement environments.: 1,2,3
Undertake a range of fundamental radiographic examinations on service users under appropriate supervision.: 1
Demonstrate an ability to communicate within a collaborative clinical environment in a professional manner.: 2
Appraise own strengths and areas for development and choose the appropriate individuals from whom to seek help.: 1,2,3

Study hours

Active learning hours
Scheduled hours for preparation for practice ~ 15 hours (10 hours lectures and 5 hours to complete mandatory training Manual handling and CPR).
directed engagement with mandatory training ~ 20 hours
Placement learning hours - 6 weeks x 37.5hours = 225 hours (to meet professional body requirements)
Independent study
self-directed assessment 1 preparation ~ 30 hours (10 hr for each clinical assessment)
non-directed tutorial preparation for Assessment 2 & 3 ~ 24.5 hours
Oral VIVA ~ 0.5 hours

School Rules

None

Description of Module Assessment