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RDI-20027 - 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-20027 - Practice Experience 2B (Apprentice Route)
Coordinator: Emma Edwards Tel: +44 1782 7 34419
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Level: Level 5
Credits: 15
Study Hours: 224
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Programme/Approved Electives for 2025/26

None

Available as a Free Standing Elective

No

Co-requisites

None

Prerequisites

None

Barred Combinations

None

Description for 2025/26

This module is the clinical placement module for the second year of the BSc (Hons) Radiography (Diagnostic Imaging) programme, the apprentice will complete a workbook which incorporates Plain Radiography, Computer Tomography (CT) and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and reflect on their learning experiences in the clinical workplace.

Aims
This module is designed to enable the Level 5 apprentice to develop, demonstrate, and reflect upon personal and professional behaviours within a clinical environment. Under appropriate supervision, apprentices will be expected to modify their behaviours and techniques in response to their ongoing learning and feedback.
With the support and guidance of Practice Educators, apprentices will consolidate their radiographic knowledge and clinical skills in an external clinical placement. Clinical areas will include, but are not limited to:
General Radiography
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
Computed Tomography (CT)
Apprentices will be expected to undertake radiographic examinations using evidence-based practice and apply appropriate radiographic techniques and interventions. The module also emphasises the importance of interprofessional education and professional conduct within the healthcare setting.

Intended Learning Outcomes

Reflect upon the factors that inform and affect interactions with patients, carers and members of the multidisciplinary team and modify behaviour to meet individual patient needs in on one of the following General Radiography, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and Computed Tomography (CT).
: 1
Classify verbal and written information and prioritise it appropriately in terms of its relation to patient management and record keeping;
: 2
Plan and implement safe diagnostic imaging in one of the following General Radiography, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and Computed Tomography (CT).: 1
Differentiate between common diagnoses, pathologies and the effectiveness of different Radiography investigations for diagnosis using simple clinical reasoning skills in one of the following General Radiography, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and Computed Tomography (CT).
: 2
Appraise own strengths and areas for development and choose the appropriate individuals from whom to seek help: 1
Identify and describe the importance of professionalism and team working in Radiography department.: 1,2
Identify and implement the Society of Radiographers Code of Professional Conduct and the Health and Care Professions Council Guidance on Conduct and Ethics for Students within this practice experience.: 1,2

Study hours

10 hours scheduled teaching, ranging from synchronous lectures and in situ sessions.

15 hours independent study.
37 hours of self directed workbook completion and assessment preparation

162.5 clinical placement hours (placement learning hours)

School Rules

None

Description of Module Assessment

1: Workbook weighted 30%
Work book
The workbook is organised around a series of milestones designed to facilitate both formative and summative assessment. It is intended to support the progressive consolidation of learning over an extended period, typically several months, within the hospital environment. Milestones may include, but are not limited to, the following components: • Training Requirements: Evaluated on a Complete/Incomplete basis, these tasks assess the fulfilment of designated practical or procedural competencies. • Test-Based Assessments: Numerically graded assessments designed to measure knowledge acquisition and application relevant to the clinical setting. • Written Submissions Students are required to complete short written assignments with a maximum word count of 500 words. These submissions are assessed using a standardised marking rubric that focuses on evaluating either: • Knowledge and understanding of the subject matter, or • Reflective practice, demonstrating reflective thinking, self-awareness, and personal or professional growth This structured approach enables learners to engage with the material in a flexible yet rigorous manner, fostering sustained professional development within the clinical context.

2: Viva weighted 70%
VIVA Assessment
A 20-minute in-person VIVA (oral examination) will be conducted to assess the specified learning objectives. During this assessment, learners will be required to demonstrate their clinical decision-making skills in a timely and structured manner. They must clearly articulate their knowledge, understanding, and clinical reasoning in response to scenario-based questions or prompts. The examination will evaluate the learner’s ability to integrate theoretical knowledge with practical application, justify their clinical decisions, and communicate effectively under time constraints.

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