Radiographers produce medical images — X-rays, CT scans, MRI scans, ultrasounds, and mammograms — used by doctors to diagnose conditions. Radiation therapists also use radiation to treat cancer. In South Africa, a BSc Radiography (4 years) is required at most traditional universities, or a BTech Radiography (4 years) at UoTs. HPCSA registration is mandatory.
Radiographers position patients, operate imaging equipment, check image quality, follow radiation safety protocols, liaise with radiologists and doctors, and maintain patient records.
Mathematics (Level 5+), Physical Sciences (Level 5+), Life Sciences (Level 4+), English (Level 4+)
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- University of Cape Town (UCT)
- University of the Witwatersrand (Wits)
- University of Pretoria (UP)
- University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN)
- Tshwane University of Technology (TUT)
- Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT)
- Durban University of Technology (DUT)
Programme names and requirements vary by institution. Always verify directly with the university before applying.
Achieve APS 26+ with Mathematics, Physical Sciences, and Life Sciences. BSc Radiography at UCT, Wits, UP, UKZN, or BTech Radiography at TUT, CPUT, DUT.
Complete the 4-year degree or BTech, including clinical training in X-ray, CT, MRI, ultrasound, and mammography departments at hospitals.
Register with HPCSA, complete community service, and work in public or private radiology departments. Specialist training in CT, MRI, or mammography boosts earnings significantly.
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Salary ranges are indicative for South Africa 2026 based on market data. Actual salaries vary by employer, location, and experience.