28 Sep 2026 (Available)
Apply by: 21 Sep 2026
Semester A
28 Sep 2026 (On Campus), 01 Oct 2026 (On Campus), 05 Nov 2026 (On Campus), 03 Dec 2026 (Online), 12 Jan 2027 (On Campus), 23 Feb 2027 (On Campus), 13 Apr 2027 (On Campus), 12 May 2027 (ICT)
Course overview
PLEASE NOTE THIS PAGE IS CURRENTLY IN THE PROCESS OF BEING UPDATED FOR 2026/27. APPLICATIONS ARE NOT YET OPEN
Course Details
This module is designed for health care professionals to provide an overview of the pathophysiological processes that affect the thoracic cavity, with emphasis being on their radiographic appearance. Pattern recognition and its relation to patient presentation will be considered. There will be an emphasis on the imaging appearances of normal and the common traumatic and pathological processes identified within the thoracic cavity. Additional imaging modalities of pathological processes will be discussed as appropriate to broaden student’s knowledge of patient management. Students will be encouraged to develop their image recognition skills of chest radiographs within clinical practice. Delivery of this module will be by university staff and may include relevant external lecturers. It will incorporate blended learning which aims to combine e-learning opportunities and traditional campus-based learning to enhance the student learning experience.
Learning Outcomes
Successful students will typically:
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the normal anatomical and pathological appearances of the thoracic cavity.
- Demonstrate knowledge of supporting imaging modalities that may be used within a clinical environment.
- Demonstrate a critical awareness of the signs, symptoms and patient presentation for a range of pathological and traumatic changes of the thoracic cavity.
- Be able to identify and differentiate between normal, pathological, and traumatic appearances presented on a radiographic image of the chest.
Assessment
90 minute in-class test
Who Teaches the course?
Matthew Stannard - Senior lecturer – Reporting Radiographer
Supporting staff - Visiting lecturers
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Funding
£945.00
The price quoted above is for a 15 credit module in the 2026/27 academic year and applies to students who are assessed as Home fee payers ONLY. Fees will differ for students assessed as Overseas fee payers. Fee assessment decisions follow UKCISA (UK Council for International Student Affairs) guidance, which is based on UK law and government regulations. Further information on who will pay Home or Overseas tuition fees can be found here: https://ask.herts.ac.uk/will-i-pay-home-or-international-tuition-fees
Once confirmed, a student’s fee status will normally remain the same for the duration of their course. However, information regarding fee reassessment is available here: https://ask.herts.ac.uk/will-i-pay-home-or-international-tuition-fees#FeeReassessment
Eligible students may be able to apply for a Postgraduate Student Loan. Please note that to access this funding, you must enrol on the full MSc programme; funding is not available for individual modules or interim awards (for example, a Postgraduate Diploma). Further information is available at: https://www.gov.uk/masters-loan
Further details, including tuition fee amounts, fee policy and payment deadlines, can be found here : https://www.herts.ac.uk/study/fees-and-funding/fee-information/fees-and-finance-policy-documents
If you require further information or have any questions regarding fees, please contact: cpdhealth@herts.ac.uk
Why Choose Herts?
Excellent sector connections: we have extensive links with eight NHS Trusts and Local Authorities in Hertfordshire.
Links with over 98 NHS Trusts and Local Authorities in East Anglia and London regions.
Flexibility: we provide flexible study options to ensure you can fit CPD study around your busy professional and personal lives.
Location: the main University of Hertfordshire campus is 25 minutes from London with easy access by both road and rail services.
Course details
Course leader
Dr Naomi Brown n.2.brown@herts.ac.uk
Administrator
Niamh Sexton
Telephone
01707 284800
Course delivery
Blended. Number of Learner Hours: Scheduled 45 Independent 105 Placement 0
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Prerequisites
BSc Hons Diagnostic Radiography or MSc Pre-registration Diagnostic Radiography
Taken alongside Principles of Clinical Radiographic Reporting or equivalent.
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