Program Overview
The Medical Physics at Oklahoma State 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 6.5
- Location: Stillwater, 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
- PHYS 4663(G) Radioactivity and Nuclear Physics
- PHYS 5533 Dosimetry and Radiation Protection
- PHYS 5563 Radioactivity and Nuclear Physics Laboratory
- PHYS 5573 Radiation Biophysics
- PHYS 5583 Physics of Medical Imaging
- PHYS 5593 Physics of Radiation Therapy
- PHYS5453 Methods of Theoretical Physics
- PHYS5613 Quantum Mechanics I
- PHYS5990 Clinical Methods in Medical Physics (clinical rotation course)
- ZOOL3204 Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Development of an optical fiber Optically Stimulated Luminescence (OSL) system for in situ patient dosimetry during radiotherapy and radiodiagnostic procedures and for remote dosimetric monitoring of radiotherapy and radiology facilities;
- Development of new luminescence materials for use in radiation dosimetry applications in radiotherapy and diagnostic radiology;
- Measurement and computer modeling of the contribution from secondary neutrons to total patient dose outside the treatment field during proton and x-ray cancer therapy;
- Development, testing, and calibration of a portable, self-contained Tissue Equivalent Proportional Counter (TEPC) for use in characterizing the charged- and neutral-particle radiation fields in and around proton and carbon therapy beams;
- Assessment of induced radioactivity of materials in and around proton and x-ray radiotherapy beams;
- Study of dose received by patients during CT scans, including new detectors for measuring CT dose;
- Development of in-vivo range verification methods for proton beam radiotherapy through the measurement of secondary gammas emitted from the patient during treatment delivery;
- Enhancement of the Relative Biological Effectiveness (RBE) of proton radiotherapy through the internalization of gold nanoparticles in tumor cells.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Holders of baccalaureate or first professional degrees from colleges and universities of recognized standing are eligible to seek admission to the Graduate College.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
2004-02-18
About Oklahoma State University
Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, United States
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University Profile- Application Deadline 2004-02-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English