Bachelor of Science (Physics with Medical Physics)
College of Science
Key facts
Entry requirements
Minimum HC3 in two subjects and passes in four other subjects at H or O Level in the Leaving Certificate including: Irish, English, Mathematics, a laboratory science subject (i.e. Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Physics with Chemistry (joint) or Agricultural Science) and any two other subjects recognised for entry purposes.
Duration:
4 years
Next start date: September 2012
Entry points(2011): 355
A Level Grades (2011): BBB (A-Level)
Average intake: 10
Course overview
This course combines a traditional physics degree with additional specialist courses in medical physics. Medical physics involves the application of physics and physical methods to problems in medicine. Medical physicists play an essential role in diagnostic imaging, radiotherapy, nuclear medicine and radiological safety. As medical technology advances, medical physicists are involved in almost every clinical discipline in a modern hospital.
Course outline
Year 1
- Physics
- Mathematics
- Chemistry
- Biology/Introduction to Medical Physics
Year 2
- Physics
- Anatomy
- Statistics
- Methods of Applied Mathematics
Year 3
- Physics (six modules)
- Medical Physics (two modules)
- Methods of Applied Mathematics (two modules)
Year 4
- Physics (six core modules)
- Medical Physics (two modules)
- Laboratory, project work and problem-solving
Further education
Graduates are well-qualified to proceed to professional medical physics training at masters degree level. They can also proceed to research degrees across a broad range of physics and related topics.
Find out more
The College of Science
T 353 (0)91 495 383
F 353 (0)91 494 578
E mark.foley@nuigalway.ie
www.nuigalway.ie/physics
