Overview
Designed to meet the requirements of international students. In this Master of Medical Physics at The University of Western Australia you’ll develop the knowledge and skills to combine physics principles with engineering methods and techniques in the clinical environment and in research, for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of human diseases.
You'll learn to
- Understand the core subjects in medical physics and the latest technologies in the field
- Understand the fundamental concepts and applications of physics principles in medical diagnosis and treatment
Become familiar with practical skills in the field of medical physics and learn analytical, communication and problem-solving skills by conducting research
Career opportunities:
Completing this course will provide you with a solid base to pursue a career in healthcare, and science, within hospitals, clinics, academic institutions and industry. You will develop the knowledge, understanding and practical insight that will enable you to help diagnose and treat disease using techniques such as nuclear medicine, MRI, CT scanners, computer technology and radiation therapy.
Medical physicists can undertake roles in a tertiary public hospital or private medical service provider. Some of the career options available to a Medical Physicist graduate include:
- Medical Physics Registrar - The Master of Physics (Medical Physics) programme provides students with the relevant knowledge and problem solving skills suitable for entry into the ACPSEM Training, Education and Accreditation Programme (TEAP) in radiation oncology, diagnostic radiology or nuclear medicine. TEAP position are paid position and competitive. The accepted applicant will be in a registrar role for 3 to 5 years to become a qualified clinical medical physicist specialist.
- Research and Development - Positions may be available at tertiary education institutions or private scientific companies as researchers. Opportunities may be available for further study (PhD) or postdoctoral research positions. Academic positions may open in university settings for PhD graduates as lecturers.
- Radiation Safety Officers -There may be job opportunities in hospitals, clinics or industry (eg. mining companies) as a radiation safety officer.
- Government Bodies - As scientific officers or dosimetry officers (eg. ARPANSA), or radiation safety officers (eg. State Radiological Councils).
Programme Structure
Courses include:
Anatomy and Biology for Medical Physicists
Medical Imaging Physics
Radiation Biology and Protection
Radiation Physics and Dosimetry
Risk, Reliability and Safety
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- Perth, Australia
Disciplines
Physics Medical Imaging View 15 other Masters in Medical Imaging in AustraliaWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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General requirements
CRICOS CODE: 111847G
To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have—A relevant bachelor's degree with a major in physics, mathematics or engineering and with an average Maths and Physics mark of at least 65 per cent, or equivalent as recognised by the School.
Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.
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Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents53500 AUD / year≈ 53500 AUD / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents30100 AUD / year≈ 30100 AUD / year
Additional Details
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Living costs
Perth
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Funding
- Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.
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