MSc Medical Physics in Cancer Radiation Therapy at University of Manchester

Programme overview

Develop the skills you need to become a multidisciplinary scientist within the field of medical physics. Develop the skills and knowledge needed for a career in cancer research and medical physics. Learn from academics and clinical scientists in a range of fields, including physics, engineering, biology and oncology.

Faculty: Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health | Duration: MSc:1yr FT, 2yr PT; PGDip: 9m FT; PGCert: 9m FT | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The master's consists of the following modules: Science of Radiotherapy Advanced Radiotherapy Imaging for Cancer Radiation Therapy Research Methods for Medical Physics in Cancer Radiation Therapy Particle Beam therapy Clinical and Translational Medical Physics Radiobiology Application of AI/Data Science Methods in Medical Physics Compulsory units include The Science of Radiotherapy, Particle Beam Therapy, Clinical and Translational Medical Physics, Research Methods Medical Physics in Cancer Radiation Therapy, Radiobiology, Imaging for Cancer Radiation Therapy.

Career pathways

This course will help you gain the knowledge and skills to become a leading healthcare scientist in the public or private sector. It may also be of interest if you are a healthcare worker in the field of radiotherapy who wishes to advance your career.

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Application information

Entry requirements

We require an honours degree (minimum Upper Second class) or overseas equivalent in: physics related subject Healthcare professionals with an equivalent qualification will also be considered and may be invited to interview. We may consider applicants with a Lower Second class degree via interview. English language: IELTS:.

Domestic applicants: GBP 16,400 a year (2027/28). MSc (full-time) Source

International applicants: GBP 37,500 a year (2027/28). MSc (full-time) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: MSc:1yr FT, 2yr PT; PGDip: 9m FT; PGCert: 9m FT

Apply through the official page: https://www.manchester.ac.uk/study/masters/admissions/apply/

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