Overview
Interventional Radiology is a rapidly evolving specialty that combines simultaneous surgical treatment and cutting-edge imaging for the benefit of the patient in both urgent and elective care. The interventional radiology service consists of a multidisciplinary team of radiologists, radiographers, nurses, anaesthetists and ODPs and cardiologists or neurologists, if within a specialist cardiac or neurology centre. The demand on interventional radiology services is significantly high and over recent years has seen the development of dedicated specialist staff and even allied health professionals extending their scope of practice into performing interventional procedures to aid the radiology workforce.
This Pg Cert is a postgraduate, post-registration course for qualified and registered allied health and care professionals working within Interventional Radiology. The course is beneficial to all individuals who work within the interventional radiology department to build upon their existing foundation of knowledge to develop an advanced critical understanding and knowledge of procedures, equipment, imaging and care that can be applied to deliver an effective, efficient service with a highly skilled workforce that will continue to meet the demanding requirements of this specialty service.
Upon successful completion of the course all participants will have an advanced, critical knowledge and understanding of interventional radiology procedures, imaging, patient care and relevant legislation and professional guidance. The Pg Cert will enable all participants to have an advanced level of knowledge of Interventional Radiology enhancing their evidence within the clinical domain of practice.
Having worked in interventional Suite previously for 5 years, I was very surprised how much there was to still learn when I started. As a radiographer, having the opportunity to learn about the nursing aspect of interventional radiology was enriching. Being systematically taught about the equipment and imaging in IR with the practical backing from work was needed. And I get a certificate to show for it! Different departments do different procedures and coming together to share information and knowledge was invaluable. This course is overdue but am glad it has started and hope it continues for a very long time.
LSBU Student
| ModePart-time | Duration1 year | Start dateSeptember | Application code6013 | Application method Direct to LSBU |
Location
London South Bank University student union is located at 103 Borough Rd, London SE1 0AA.
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Entry Level Requirements
Want to start your course this September? call 0800 923 8888 for entry requirements.
Academic entry criteria:
- A degree, diploma or other equivalent qualification in Diagnostic Radiography or other healthcare profession.
Non-academic entry criteria:
- All applicants should be working within, or have access to, a clinical department willing to support the participants specific training.
- The applicant must supply a signed letter from their radiology mentor and/ or imaging manager as proof of training support, at the point of application.
Accredited prior learning (APL)
- Applicants with previous credits for similar modules can be considered for APL towards award.
Other specific entry requirements:
- If English is not the first language, students must have an IELTS average score of 7.0 on entry onto the course. No individual elements should be below 7.0.
If you have already completed some studies at another university, we may be able to consider you for advanced entry. Please see our advanced entry page for more information.
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If you do not have the required English and Maths qualifications needed to satisfy the entry requirements for this programme, we have courses available at our partner College that you can take to upskill in these areas. Find out more at South Bank College.
United Kingdom
£3855
Tuition fees for home students
International
£5966.66
Tuition fees for international students
Tuition fees are subject to annual inflationary increases. Find out more about tuition fees for Undergraduate or Postgraduate courses.
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Part-time
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PgCert Interventional Radiology (Extended Practice) (PT) - Year 1
UK fee: £3855 International fee: £5966.66 AOS/LSBU code: 6013 Session code: 1PS00
For more information, including how and when to pay, see our fees and funding section for postgraduate students.
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Possible fee changes
The University reserves the right to increase its fees in line with changes to legislation, regulation and any government guidance or decisions.
The fees for international students are reviewed annually and the University reserves the right to increase the tuition fees in line with the RPIX measure of inflation up to 4 per cent.
Postgraduate loan (PGL) for Masters study
If you are starting a Masters course, studying either full- or part-time, you may be entitled to apply for a postgraduate study loan. Find out more at our postgraduate fees and funding section.
Scholarships
We offer several types of fee reduction through our scholarships and bursaries. Find the full list and other useful information on funding your studies on the scholarships and fee discounts page.
Fee status
Please check your fee status and whether you are considered a Home, EU or International student for fee-paying purposes and for our regulatory returns, by reading the UKCISA regulations.
International students
The course is not currently open to international students.
International (non Home) applicants should follow our international how to apply guide.
Home
| Mode Part-time | Duration 1 year | Start date September | Application code 6013 | Application method Direct to LSBU |
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Prepare to start
We help our students prepare for university even before the semester starts. To find out when you should apply for your LSBU accommodation or student finance read the How to apply tab for this course.
Enrolment
Before you start your course we’ll send you information on what you’ll need to do before you arrive and during your first few days on campus. You can read about the process on our Enrolment pages.
It has been great to interact with other IR team members. I have personally learned a lot of new ideas about what the different ways of viewing are. I have been challenged to see that Radiographers can take on enhanced roles within IR. The course has helped me to see the ways I can move forward and further my own capabilities.
LSBU Student
Semester 1
- Interventional Radiology Imaging & Equipment (semester
This module will examine and appraise the physical principles and clinical application of imaging equipment and surgical equipment used within Interventional Radiology. Students will also develop a detailed analytical understanding of relevant legislation and professional guidance
20 credits - Theoretical Concepts of Interventional Radiology Procedures
This module aims to critically analyse and rationalise the theoretical procedural steps for a range of contemporary interventional procedures, including vascular, non-vascular, neuro and cardiac.
20 credits - Advanced Patient Care in Interventional Radiology
This module aims to critically evaluate and justify the perioperative care pathway for patients undergoing an interventional radiology procedure, from pre-operative, intra-operative and post-operative care
20 credits - Extended Practice in Interventional Radiology (semester 1 – 2)
This module intends to facilitate and recognise the development and practical training of allied health professionals into enhanced practice performing low-risk interventional radiological procedures unassisted. This module is practical and assessed through a portfolio of evidence demonstrating competency in the students specified enhanced scope of practice
0 credits (Pass / Fail)
Semester 2
All modules are core modules.
Careers
All students will be registered and practicing health professionals working within an interventional radiology or cardiac catheter lab department. Upon completion of the course students will:
- have developed an advanced knowledge and understanding of interventional radiology suitable for a specialist member of staff working in this clinical specialty
- have developed clinical competence with skills and knowledge to be able to practice as an enhanced practitioner performing interventional radiological procedures unassisted.
With this new scope of practice individuals will likely be able to work as an enhanced practitioner significantly impacting the clinical service and likely continue to work towards development as an advanced practitioner.
After completion of the Pg Cert graduates will be able to continue Masters level study at LSBU for higher Pg Dip / MSc award in Diagnostic Imaging
Employability Service
At LSBU, we want to set you up for a successful career. During your studies – and for two years after you graduate – you’ll have access to our Employability Service, which includes:
- Free employability workshop and events for student all year round, more details can be found on our event section.
- Online board where you can see a wide range of placements: part-time, full-time or voluntary. You can also drop in to see our Job Shop advisers, who are always available to help you take the next step in your search.
- LSBU Careers Hub offering group workshops on CVs, interview techniques and support, guidance on future careers, as well as loads of career resources, connecting you with employers, exciting events, 1-1 support and relevant workshops.
Our Student Enterprise team can also help you start your own business and develop valuable entrepreneurial skills.
College of Radiographers accreditation pending.
Frequent guest lecturers from Radiologists and Advanced Practitioner Radiographers.
Society and College of Radiographers
Teaching and Assessment
All teaching is delivered by members of the academic teaching team who are qualified diagnostic radiographers with experience working within interventional radiology across various London NHS Trusts. Additionally, many topics across the modules are taught by currently practicing Interventional Radiologists, Advanced Practice Radiographers, Nurses and ODPs.
The course has a hybrid delivery with some teaching days on campus at Southwark and other days live via MS Teams.
Each module has formative and summative assessment which include:
- Examination
- Poster presentation
- Case study
Students are not allocated specific personal tutors, but all students can arrange support meetings directly with Module Leaders or the Course Leader as and when needed. There are no set dates and times for requesting meetings because the team work fluidly to accommodate part time students who are employed.
