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Bachelor of Science in Radiography is an undergraduate Radiography course. Radiography involves the study of a medical sub field which diagnoses the ailment and diseases of the internal and hidden parts of the body using X-ray, Fluoroscopy, Ultrasound (Sonography), CT Scan (Computer Tomography), MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging), Angiography, PET (Positron Emission Tomography), etc. The degree course covers the study of both Diagnostic and Therapeutic Radiography which involves treatment of cancers and tumors with radiations. It includes study of subjects and topics such as Clinical Radiotherapy, Clinical Chemotherapy, Radiobiology, Clinical Trials, Palliative Care, etc. The duration of the course is three years and it is career orienting in nature.

How is B.Sc. Radiography Course Beneficial?

•    B.Sc. (Radiography) degree serves as a basis for further higher studies in this field such as M.Sc., Ph.D. and M.Phil. Degree in Radiography, the successful completion of which makes one eligible for the post of a lecturer in any university/college as well as for an observer or a scientist.
•    B.Sc. (Radiography) degree graduates have the options of pursuing a career in various specializations of Radiography such as in Bone Densitometry, Basic X-Ray, Computed Tomography, Mammography, MRI, Fluoroscopy, Angiography, Interventional Radiology, Cardiovascular Interventional Radiology, etc.
•    As compared to other paramedical professions, employment opportunities in the field of Radiography are excellent, as this is a career where the demand exceeds supply. There is a huge requirement for physiotherapists in India and abroad, especially in countries like USA, Canada and Australia.

Eligibility

•    The basic eligibility criterion for pursuing B.Sc. (Radiography) degree is qualifying 10+2 or equivalent examination with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics as subjects studied at intermediate level. Some reputed colleges and institutes demand a minimum of 50% marks in 10+2 as qualifying criteria to secure admission in this degree course.
•    Some of the very reputed institutes also conduct entrance examination for admission. Selection to the degree course in these colleges is based on marks secured in the final merit i.e. total marks aggregated in the final exams of 10+2 and the entrance exam.

Syllabus

Syllabus of Radiography as prescribed by various Universities and Colleges.

Colleges

•    Pandit Bhagwat Dayal Sharma University of Health Sciences, Rohtak
•    Hosmat Educational Institute, Bangalore
•    NIMS University, Jaipur
•    Grace College of Health and Management, Kanyakumari

Course Suitability

•    One should have patience, a calm nature, an objective approach towards the patients and an understanding of people of all ages.
•    They have the nature of enhancing the confidence in patients, tolerance, a strong willpower, strength of mind and purpose.
•    Candidates must possess a strong scientific and technical bent of mind, the ability to learn new skills and adapt to the changes and a spirit for teamwork, along with self-confidence.
•    They should have good interpersonal skills so as to communicate with other members of the team and to provide support for patients who may be frightened or uncertain about what is going to happen.
•    Applicants should also possess skills like attention to detail, the ability to learn new skills and adapt and to make decisions quickly and independently.

Employment Areas

•    Community Health Care Centres
•    Diagnostic Centres
•    Educational Institutes
•    Primary Health Care Centres
•    Defence Forces
•    Government & Private Hospitals
•    Industries
•    Mental Health Centres
•    Nursing Homes or Private Care Centres
•    Occupational Health Centres
•    Private Practices
•    Radiotherapy Equipment Manufacturers
•    Out-Patient Clinics
•    Radiotherapy Research Organizations
•    Universities and Colleges

Job Types

•    Radiation Therapy Team Supervisor
•    Diagnostic Radiographer
•    Radiation Protection Specialist
•    Radiation Therapy Technologist
•    Radiation Therapy Treatment Researcher
•    Therapy Radiographer
•    Radiation Therapy Educator
•    X-Ray Technician
•    Radiation Therapy Equipment Sales Representative