Program Overview
The Medical Physics at Duke University is a MSc programme in Natural Sciences, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of natural sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Medical Physics programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 22,880 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students
- Location: Durham, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Medical Physics programme are prepared for diverse careers in natural sciences:
- Research Scientist
- Environmental Consultant
- Laboratory Manager
- Science Writer
- Policy Advisor
- Academic Researcher
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- 6 core courses
- 1 track-specific course
- 1 track-specific practicum and shadowing course
- 1 frontier course
- 1 elective course
- 4 1 c.h. seminar courses
- 6 c.h. MS thesis defense
- electives + scholarship project
- MP 500 Radiation Physics(3 c.h.)
- MP 505 Anatomy and Physiology for Medical Physicist (3 c.h.)
- MP 530A Medical Imaging Physics (3 c.h.)
- MP 541 Nuclear medicine physics (3 c.h.)
- MP 720 Radiation therapy physics (3 c.h.)
- MP 710 Radiation protection (3 c.h.)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
1. B.S. in Physics. The undergraduate coursework, in addition to basic and upper-level physics courses should include the following:
- Chemistry: 1 semester/course
- Biology: 1 semester/course
- Electronics: 1 semester/course
- Computer science/programming: 1 semester/course
OR
2. Bachelor\xc2\x92s degree in natural sciences, mathematics, or engineering with the following minimum college-level coursework (possibly met if the student has a minor in physics):
- Mathematics: 2 semesters/courses of calculus
- Physics: 2 semester/courses of general calculus-based physics + 3 semesters/courses of upper-level physics selected from courses including modern physics (preferred), electricity and magnetism, quantum mechanics, atomic structure, statistical mechanics, and mechanics.
- Chemistry: 1 semester/course
- Biology: 1 semester/course
- Electronics: 1 semester/course
- Computer science/programming: 1 semester/course
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 22,880 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students
Tuition fees: USD 22,880 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Duke University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Duke University
Duke University
Durham, United States
Duke University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2003-02-18
- Start Date 2018-08-01
- Language English
- Duration 5 year(s)