Overview

You’ll get clinical practice through hands-on instruction with equipment used routinely in the hospital setting, including state-of-the-art MRI and CT facilities, and medical linear accelerators, which will prepare you for research or clinical training in this rapidly changing field. You’ll also get tuition in computer-based modelling, research methodology and the ethical dimensions associated with medical research.

This Medical Radiation Physics degree from Swansea University is ideal preparation for Postgraduate research in medical physics technology and is also a pathway towards state registration as a clinical scientist.

Your course is accredited by the Institute of Physics and Engineering in Medicine (IPEM). IPEM is the professional body that works with physical science, engineering and clinical professionals in academia, healthcare services and industry in the UK, and supports clinical scientists and technologists in their practice through the provision and assessment of education and training.

Career opportunities

We aim to provide you with an increased knowledge and understanding of Medical Radiation Physics, and the skills and knowledge you need to apply your learning to professional practice.

As such, this Master’s degree will give you the in-depth knowledge of the field to potentially enhance your prospects for career progression.

Accreditation

Accredited by the Institute of Physics and Engineering in Medicine (IPEM)

IPEM supports physicists, engineers, and clinical scientists across academia, industry, and healthcare services, ensuring that graduates of this programme are recognised for their training, and are aligned with professional standards.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Medical Imaging
Nuclear Medicine and Diagnostic Radiology
Radiation Protection
Radiotherapy Physics
Nanoscale Simulation
Research Methods in Medical Physics and Clinical Engineering
Advanced Radiotherapy
Advanced Radiation Safety

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-30 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-09-17 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

88

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69

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Swansea, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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88

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69

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants should hold a 2:2 degree or equivalent in engineering or the physical sciences
We welcome applications by prospective students from around the world and look for evidence of previous study that is equivalent to the entry requirements stated above. The Postgraduate Admissions Office are happy to advise you on whether your qualifications are suitable for entry to the course you would like to study.

Tuition Fees

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25800 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

8650 GBP / year

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Living costs

Swansea

United Kingdom

727 - 1379 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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