Principles of Advanced Practice (Level 7, 15 credits)
Part-time
One semester
September 2025
In a nutshell
This 15 credit Principles of Advanced Practice (PAP) module is theoretical and mandatory if you are new to post-graduate level study and/or intended to further develop your scope of clinical practice.
It is available as part of our MSc Advanced Medical Imaging.
You will:
- Acknowledge and critically appraise advanced clinical practice
- Engage in self-directed learning, critically reflecting to maximise knowledge, promoting an evidence-based practice approach, developing an appreciation of the importance of lifelong learning
- Reflect the breadth of ongoing professional development across the four pillars of advanced clinical practice
All about the course
This module will help maximise your potential for success in your postgraduate Advanced Medical Imaging study pathway and direct your development across the four pillars of advanced clinical practice.
Its aims are to:
- support you in developing your skills to work independently
- introduce you to the skills of critical reflection
- develop your principles across the 4 pillars of advanced clinical practice
Method of Assessment:
Written assignment
The School of Health and Society
The School of Health and Society is a forward-thinking, dynamic school with a commitment to lifelong learning and real world impact.
Our courses are informed by the latest research and we work closely with organisations from both the public and private sector to ensure our teaching is at the forefront of practice.
Career Links
As a school, we work with over 100 health and social care organisations so our links with industry are very strong. These relationships will be of direct benefit to you because our academic team work in practice in some of these organisations at a senior level so are able to keep you at the forefront of developments in the sector which in turn help you provide a better service.
What you need to know
If you do not meet our entry requirements you will be asked to complete a writing task prior to being made an offer to study, please ensure that you apply in good time for this to be completed.
For all enquiries please contact the programme lead, Joanne Ashworth. j.ashworth@salford.ac.uk
Previous study and experience
You will hold a degree in BSc (Hons) in Diagnostic Radiography or other health care professional qualification, 2:1 or above.
Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL)
We welcome applications from students who may not have formal/traditional entry criteria but who have relevant experience or the ability to pursue the course successfully.
The Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) process could help you to make your work and life experience count. The APL process can be used for entry onto courses or to give you exemptions from parts of your course.
Two forms of APL may be used for entry: the Accreditation of Prior Certificated Learning (APCL) or the Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL).
How much?
| Type of study | Year | Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Full-time home | 2025/26 | £765 per year |
Additional costs
You should also consider further costs which may include books, stationery, printing, binding and general subsistence on trips and visits.