Bachelor of Science (Medical and Radiation Physics)
University of Wollongong
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About
The Bachelor of Science is a three-year degree, in which you will complete 24 subjects, of which some will contribute to your major (your chosen specialisation).
All subjects include a major practical component to complement and reinforce what you learn in lectures, and ensure you gain hands-on skills that prepare you for real-world activities in your future careers.
At UOW, you will learn from academics that are internationally recognised in many fields of scientific research.
Throughout the Medical and Radiation Physics major you will become familiar with ionising and non-ionising radiation used for radiation medicine.
Medical and radiation physicists work in many different fields related to human health to improve quality of life. You will learn about the various forms of therapeutic radiation oncology as well as different methods of diagnostic radiation imaging. This core knowledge will enable you to understand how this radiation interacts with the human body.
The Medical and Radiation Physics major will place you at the forefront of this dynamic field as you explore exciting new technologies designed for the continued improvement in the treatment of human diseases.
Areas of study
In this course you will learn about therapeutic radiation oncology and different methods of diagnostic radiation imaging. This core knowledge will enable you to understand how this radiation interacts with the human body.
Career opportunities
Detector and instrumentation physicist, diagnostic imaging medical physicist, medical imager, medical physics researcher, medical radiation technologist, nuclear medicine technologist, patent officer, radiation oncologist, radiation protection officer, radiation transport physics modeller.
Practical experience
Optional internships, industry projects and other career-ready learning opportunities. Our close ties with industry bodies ensure you receive industry exposure throughout your degree.
Fees and charges
Admission criteria
Applicants with recent secondary education
Assumed knowledge: Mathematics Advanced, Physics, any 2 units of English.
Recommended studies: English Advanced, Mathematics Extension 1.
Students with a limited background in physics are advised to enrol in bridging courses held in February each year.
Other applicants
Refer to UOW general admission criteria.
Student profile
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Further information
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