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Bachelor of Medical and Radiation Physics
Testamur Title of Degree: |
Bachelor of Medical and Radiation Physics |
Abbreviation: |
BMedRadPhys |
My University: |
Radiation Physics, Nuclear Medicine, Radiation Oncology Medical Physics, Radiation Detector, Radiation Dosimetry Instrumentation Physics |
Duration: |
Three years full-time or part-time equivalent |
Total Credit Points: |
144 |
Delivery Mode: |
On campus (Face-to-face) |
Starting Session(s): |
Autumn/Spring |
Location: |
Wollongong |
UOW Course Code: |
847 |
UAC Code: |
757616 |
CRICOS Code: |
052461G |
Overview
The Bachelor of Medical and Radiation Physics degree is designed to produce graduates with a strong background in physics with the specialist skills in Medical Radiation Physics necessary to find employment in hospitals, research or industry.
Students will gain knowledge in areas relating to radiation physics, nuclear medicine, radiation oncology medical physics, radiation detector and radiation dosimetry instrumentation physics. Graduates working in the area require both a theoretical background and practical skills in physics, with an emphasis on advanced knowledge and practice in specialist areas applicable to medical physics.
Professional medical physicists from major hospitals in the State will deliver key lectures and practical work as well as co-supervising thesis work. Students will find that they will move easily into employment and/or postgraduate work in this specialised area.
Entry Requirements/Assumed Knowledge
The approximate ATAR required for entry is 80. Assumed knowledge: Any two units of English plus Physics and Mathematics. Recommended studies: English Advanced, Chemistry and HSC Mathematics Ext. 1. For International students the English language entry criteria will be as indicated on the University Website: www.uow.edu.au/future/international/apply/english/index.html
Course Requirements
All students must complete the required number of credit points (144) and satisfy all course requirements for the degree - refer to course structure below. The Bachelor of Medical and Radiation Physics normally takes three years to complete. All students must take particular notice of the Course Rules regarding minimum rate of progress.
The formal contact hours, methods of teaching and learning and forms of assessment vary from subject to subject. Details will be provided to students at the commencement of each subject by the Subject Coordinator. Students should attend all classes including lectures, tutorials and laboratory classes.
Course Program
Subject |
Session |
Credit Points | |
Year 1 | |||
SHS 111 |
Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology I |
Autumn |
6 |
MATH187 |
Mathematics 1: Algebra and Differential Calculus |
Autumn |
6 |
PHYS141 |
Fundamentals Physics A |
Autumn |
6 |
SHS 112 |
Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology II |
Spring |
6 |
MATH188 |
Mathematics 2: Series and Integral Calculus |
Spring |
6 |
PHYS142 |
Fundamentals Physics B |
Spring |
6 |
plus |
two electives (6 credit points each) |
12 | |
Year 2 | |||
MATH201 |
Multivariate and Vector Calculus |
Autumn |
6 |
MATH203 |
Linear Algebra |
Autumn |
6 |
PHYS205 |
Advanced Modern Physics |
Autumn |
6 |
PHYS235 |
Mechanics and Thermodynamics |
Autumn |
6 |
MATH202 |
Differential Equations 2 |
Spring |
6 |
PHYS215 |
Vibrations, Waves and Optics |
Spring |
6 |
PHYS225 |
Electromagnetism and Optoelectronics |
Spring |
6 |
PHYS255 |
Radiation Physics |
Spring |
6 |
Year 3 | |||
PHYS305 |
Quantum Mechanics |
Autumn |
6 |
PHYS325 |
Electromagnetism |
Autumn |
6 |
PHYS365 |
Detection of Radiation: Neutrons, Electrons and X-Rays |
Autumn |
6 |
PHYS366 |
Physics of Radiotherapy |
Autumn |
6 |
PHYS375 |
Nuclear Physics |
Spring |
6 |
PHYS385 |
Statistical Mechanics |
Spring |
6 |
PHYS396 |
Electronic Materials |
Spring |
6 |
plus |
one elective |
6 |
Professional Recognition
The Bachelor of Medical and Radiation Physics degree conforms to the requirements for membership of the Australian Institute of Physics.
Further Studies Options
Graduates can apply for entry to the Master of Science - Research or a PhD.
Career Opportunities
Opportunities exist as medical physicists, researchers, occupational health and safety work and in radiation research and development.
Other Information
Further information is available at http://coursefinder.uow.edu.au/ or email: eis@uow.edu.au