Program Overview
The Radiation Science at Universiti Sains Malaysia is a MSc programme in Humanities over 12 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 humanities. 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 Radiation Science programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Malaysia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Location: George Town, Malaysia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Radiation Science programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Radiation Protection I (Core - 4 units)
- Radiation Protection II (Core - 4 units)
- Radiation Physics (Core - 4 units)
- Dosimetry and Radiation Protection (Core - 4 units)
- Practical (Core - 4 units)
- Dissertation
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Applicants should possess the following:
- BSc (Hons) in Physics minimum CGPA of 2.75/4 or equivalent.
- BSc in Physics or equivalent with several years of experience in a relevant field.
(Applicable for International Applicants Only)
- A minimum score of 213 in Computer- Based TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or
- The applicants native language is English or National language
- Applicant graduated from institutions of higher learning which use English Language as the medium of instruction.
- English courses offered by British Council.
- Passed USM\'s Intensive English Course Level IV with minimum gred B.
- English courses offered by selected Public / Private Universities.
(Applicable for Malaysian Applicants Only)
- MUET Band 4
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 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
Please contact the university for application deadline information.
About Universiti Sains Malaysia
Universiti Sains Malaysia
George Town, Malaysia
Universiti Sains Malaysia(Malayfor'Malaysia Science University',abbreviated asUSM) is a public research university inMalaysia. Founded on 1 June 1969 as a statutory body with its own constitution,...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 12 months
