Program Overview
The Medical Physics at Vanderbilt University is a MSc programme in Natural Sciences over 24 months, 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
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 1,920 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,920 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Nashville, 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
- Physics of Medical Imaging
- Health Physics
- Radiation Biophysics
- Radiation Interaction and Dosimetry
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Medical Physics Seminar
- Clinical Therapy Physics I
- Clinical Therapy Physics II
- Clinical Therapy Physics Lab
- Medical Physics Practicum
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging
- Medical Physics Seminar
- Clinical Diagnostic Physics
- Clinical Therapy Physics II
- Independent Study
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Bachelor\'s Degree in Physics, Applied Physics, Physical Science, or Engineering (with the equivalent of a minor in physics) from an accredited college or university.
- Physics Prerequisites: Calculus\xc2\xa0III, Differential Equations, Modern Physics, Modern Physics Lab, and Computer Programming Language or demonstrated equivalent.\xc2\xa0In addition, you must have\xc2\xa0junior/senior level undergraduate physics\xc2\xa0courses\xc2\xa0in Electricity & Magnetism, Classical Mechanics, and Quantum Mechanics. Also, although not a prerequisite, we strongly encourage some formal knowledge of statistics.
- The successful candidate should have a minimum undergraduate GPA score of 3.0/4.0 or a B average.
- The general GRE is required. The suggested minimal acceptable score for admission is a total of 1270 (or 312 for tests taken on or after August 1st, 2011), with a minimal score on the quantitative section of 720 (or 156 for tests taken on or after August 1st, 2011). (Please use\xc2\xa0Institution Code 1871\xc2\xa0when submitting your GRE report to our Program).
- The GRE Advanced Physics Exam is not required.
- Students from non-English speaking countries are required to demonstrate proficiency in English by submitting results of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). The suggested\xc2\xa0minimal acceptable score on the TOEFL exam is a 600 (paper)/250 (computer)/100 (internet).\xc2\xa0
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,920 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,920 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,920 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,920 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Vanderbilt 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 Vanderbilt University
Vanderbilt University
Nashville, United States
Vanderbilt 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 2015-12-17
- Start Date 2018-08-24
- Language English
- Duration 24 months