MSc Medical Physics

at National University of Ireland Galway

The MSc consists of a fairly intense programme of lectures, workshops, laboratory sessions, tutorials and self-directed learning, followed by a four to five-month research project. The syllabus contains modules covering traditional Medical Physics topics, such as Radiation Fundamentals, and Hospital and Radiation Safety, but also provides an introduction to other areas like Clinical Instrumentation, Modules in Anatomy, Physiology, Medical Informatics and Safety and Risk Management. 

Curriculum Information
Curriculum information relates to the current academic year (in most cases). 
Course and module offerings and details may be subject to change.

Glossary of Terms

Year 1 (90 Credits)

• Required SI317: Human Body Function
• Required PH5110: Research Project
• Required PH5104: Medical Imaging
• Required PH5103: Radiation Fundamentals
• Required PH5102: Clinical Instrumentation
• Required AN230: Human Body Structure
• Required ST314: Introduction to Biostatistics
• Required PH5107: Monitoring for Health Hazards at Work
• Required PH5106: Hospital and Radiation Safety
• Required PH5105: Physics of Radiotherapy
• Optional PH333: Quantum Physics
• Optional BES5102: Cell & Molecular Biology: Advanced Technologies
• Optional PH338: Properties of Materials
• Optional PH339: Radiation and Medical Physics
• Optional PH335: Nuclear & Particle Physics

Graduates must hold at least a Second Class Honours, Level 8 degree (or equivalent international qualification) in physics or experimental physics, electronic engineering, or another relevant discipline as determined by the College of Science. Candidates with a primary degree without honours and with three years’ relevant and appropriate practical experience may be also considered.

Fees: EU
€7,760 p.a. 2022/23

Fees: Tuition
€7,620 p.a. 2022/23

Fees: Student levy
€140 p.a. 2022/23

Fees: Non EU
€29,240 p.a. 2022/23

Student levy €140 - payable by all students and is not covered by SUSI.

The course has been successful in its aims in providing individuals with a good grounding in Medical Physics.

A recent survey of graduates showed that around 75% of them had found employment in a Medical Physics-based career. This includes several individuals who have pursued or are pursuing a PhD. About 20% are employed abroad, in countries like the UK , the US, Australia and New Zealand.