Graduate Certificate in Medical Physics
Want to use your passion for physics to make an impact on the health and medical industry?
Medical physics is an evolving science. It’s about harnessing the health benefits of radiation exposure and managing any risks involved.
Due to the expansion of radiation oncology and medical imaging, there’s a global shortage of trained professionals in the area. Demand for medical physics graduates in the health sector is high.
What will you do?
Our Graduate Certificate in Medical Physics focuses on the latest advances in the field. You’ll learn from leading academics and research staff as you:
- build knowledge of human anatomy
- understand medical imaging processes—from X-ray and nuclear medicine to magnetic resonance and ultrasound
- study mathematical principles involved in image formation
- learn radiotherapy treatment techniques.
You’ll gain the opportunity to complete the coursework needed for accreditation as a medical physicist by the Australasian College of Physical Scientists and Engineers in Medicine.
*QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2021
**Wise Guy Reports, 2019
Entry Requirements
Please note: For programs including placements and/or study-related activities in settings where COVID-19 vaccination is mandatory, it is an inherent requirement that all students be fully vaccinated prior to undertaking the placement and/or study-related activity.
From 30 June 2023, in accordance with Australian government requirements, the University will be returning to face-to-face teaching for all students where it is safe and practical to do so. For students with circumstances where it would not be practical or safe to travel to Australia, exemptions may apply. Students are encouraged to regularly check Study in 2023 and International Student Covid-19 FAQ for information and updates.
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information for this program.
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Domestic applicants
| SATAC Code | 3GC084 |
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| Deferment | Yes - 2 year |
| Intake | February and July |
| Prerequisites | All applicants must have completed the University of Adelaide subject Nuclear and Radiation Physics (PHYSICS 7011) or equivalent. |
Selection Criteria
| Higher Education Study | A completed Bachelors degree or equivalent. |
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Fees and Scholarships
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Domestic applicants
| Indicative annual tuition fees |
Australian Full-fee place: $19,250
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Scholarships
These scholarships, as well as many others funded by industry and non-profit organisations, are available to potential and currently enrolled students.
Careers
Degree Structure
Example Study Plan
PHYSICS 7548 Human Biology for Medical Physics
PHYSICS 7549 Physics of Medical Imaging
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Last updated: Thursday, 19 Jan 2023
