Ultrasonography
Use ultrasound to image organs, vessels and pregnancy safely and accurately.
Award: Higher National Diploma (HND) · Duration: 2 years after A/Levels · School: School of Medical and Biomedical Sciences
Programme overview
Use ultrasound to image organs, vessels and pregnancy safely and accurately. The HND runs for 2 years after A/Levels, combining classroom teaching with practical work so you graduate ready to step into the role.
Teaching is delivered by experienced tutors in well-equipped classrooms and laboratories, with placement and career support throughout.
What you will study
- Ultrasound physics and instrumentation
- Sectional and sonographic anatomy
- Abdominal and pelvic scanning
- Obstetric and gynaecological ultrasound
- Scanning technique and probe handling
- Image interpretation and reporting support
- Patient care and communication
- Supervised scanning practice
Where this can take you
- Sonographer in hospitals and clinics
- Obstetric and antenatal scanning services
- Diagnostic imaging centres
- Mobile and outreach scanning
- Private diagnostic practice
- Further study in specialised sonography
Ready to apply?
Check the entry requirements and fee structure, then start your application online.