University College Dublin, established in 1854, offers an undergraduate program in radiography within the UCD Health Sciences division. Potential students must possess a curriculum history of courses in Irish, unless from outside the Republic, plus courses in English, math, a laboratory-based science offering such as biology or chemistry and a foreign language. The program also requires that certain physical requirements be met, including strength, flexibility and overall good health. Coursework includes a focus on pathology, imaging and physiology, which are studied in various stages throughout the program's duration. Students also participate in outside work environments in order to hone classroom applications. The program lasts four years, with an average admitted class of 40 students.
UCD Health Sciences Programme Office
Health Sciences Centre (Ground Floor)
Belfield, Dublin 4
+353 1 716 6686
ucd.ie/
The University of Ulster, established in 1984 after the merging of two separate universities, offers a Bachelor of Science (honors) in radiography, with an emphasis on diagnostic skills. Potential students must meet general admission requirements and have a course history which includes no less than a "C" in math, physics and chemistry or biology. Applicants must also prove good health and submit to a background assessment. The degree consists of three years of full-time study and includes instruction in tools used in the field, scanning techniques and primary care methods. Coursework involves a focus on pathology, physiology and anatomy. Students also participate in various clinical internships in order to obtain first-hand experience in the field. Contact the program with any questions.
University of Ulster
Jordanstown Campus
Shore Road
Newtownabbey
Co. Antrim
BT37 0QB
+ 353 08 700 400 700
ulster.ac.uk/
The University of Ulster also offers a Bachelor of Science (honors) in radiography, with an emphasis on therapeutic-focused imaging. Potential students must meet general admission requirements similar to those of the diagnostic degree, including a history of no less than a "C" in math, physics and chemistry or biology. The program also requires its applicants to provide health status and undergo a background check. The Bachelor of Science Therapeutic degree also consists of three years of full-time study and includes instruction in treating potential illnesses, namely cancer, as well as benign issues. Students receive training in physiology, anatomy, radiation treatments and therapies and participate in clinical practice opportunities. Contact the program with any questions.
University of Ulster
Jordanstown Campus
Shore Road
Newtownabbey
Co. Antrim
BT37 0QB
+ 353 08 700 400 700
ulster.ac.uk/