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RDI-20019 - Module Specification
School of Allied Health Professions and Pharmacy
Faculty of Medicine & Health Sciences

For academic year: 2025/26 Last Updated: 04 December 2025

RDI-20019 - Histology and Pathology (Apprentice Route)
Coordinator: Desiree O'Leary Tel: +44 1782 7 34112
Lecture Time: See Timetable...
Level: Level 5
Credits: 15
Study Hours: 150
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Programme/Approved Electives for 2025/26

None

Available as a Free Standing Elective

No

Co-requisites

None

Prerequisites

Level 4 modules on the BSc (Hons) Radiography (Diagnostic Imaging) programme.

Barred Combinations

N / A

Description for 2025/26

This module develops the knowledge of Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology linking this with image evaluation skill of the apprentice incorporating the role of other imaging modalities. This module will enhance the apprentice’s appreciation of anatomy, physiology and pathology allowing development of knowledge in both sensitivity and specificity values of imaging modalities for specific clinical questions.

Aims
Apprentices successfully completing this module will be able to evaluate and discuss the anatomy, physiology and pathology affecting major organ and body systems of the Human Body pertinent to the role of Diagnostic Radiographer.

Intended Learning Outcomes

Describe and evaluate the anatomy and physiology of the body’s organ systems and their function in the maintenance of homeostasis: 1,2
Discuss and evaluate the rationale for inclusion of routinely used drugs within imaging departments, including their pharmacology, purpose and contraindications.: 1
Describe the consequences of individual organ and systems failure, and describe common pathologies of each organ and system: 2
Discuss the role of imaging modalities in the patient care pathway and diagnosis of organ and system pathologies.: 1

Study hours

Active learning includes:
~ 35 hours scheduled lectures
~ 48 hours workbook directed study
Independent study:
~ 55 hours self directed study
~ 12 hours assessment preparation

School Rules

None

Description of Module Assessment

1: Workbook weighted 30%
Workbook
Workbook contains a range of exercises and tasks related to the relevant ILO's. Learners will complete this workbook over a period of time in their workplace.

2: Exam weighted 70%
90 Minute Computer Based Examination
90 minute online examination to assess module content as relevant to the ILO's. This assessment is required to be undertaken in-situ using specialised monitors with high resolution (as in the Jack Ashley Digital Health Hub) since the images that are used are of reporting quality to show subtle pathologies as seen in the clinical environment in cross sectional and plain radiography.

The University undertakes a continuous review of its teaching and research provision to ensure programmes are of a high quality and changes may be made to modules where it is necessary and reasonable to do so. Please be aware that minor changes to modules, such as a change to an individual assessment, can occur up until enrolment, although we endeavour to give you as much notice as possible of any changes. Details about the circumstance in which changes are made to programmes can be found in the Student Agreement, available at: https://www.keele.ac.uk/legalgovernancecompliance/governance/actcharterstatutesordinancesandregulations/studenttermsconditions/

Last Updated: 04 December 2025