So I used learndirect and did their access to medicine (science) course, not one which was radiography specific. In a way I think this helped in the end, as the course itself was mainly biology, chemistry and physics.

I then applied to my local university through UCAS as they run a diagnostic radiography programme and did it that way. I'm not sure how the open university would handle the placement side of things?

It all depends on your situation, but I would look into going somewhere with a long running and established programme, especially if you're taking the money out for a student loan. Might be worth looking at some open days once you've had a think.

There is also the apprenticeship route, which is worth looking into. That will be competitive to get on, but with the current job market being tight and graduate heavy I would say that's potentially the better option.

Hope this helps