Master

In Aberdeen

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Description

  • Type

    Master

  • Location

    Aberdeen (Scotland)

  • Duration

    12 Months

The program provides the student with a knowledge base in all major aspects of physics as applied in the modern clinical/healthcare environment.

Facilities

Location

Start date

Aberdeen (Aberdeen City)
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Polwarth Building, University Of Aberdeen, AB25 2ZD

Start date

On request

About this course

Physical science or Engineering second-class Honours degree (or equivalent). Previous computing knowledge is not required.

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Course programme

Medical Physics is the application of physics, electronics and computing to medical problems. Within the subject there are many specialisms, including: Nuclear Medicine, which uses radioactive materials for diagnosis of disease; Ultrasound; magnetic resonance imaging; Radiotherapy, which employs radiation to destroy cancerous tissue; and Medical Electronics.

The growth of computing technology in recent years has facilitated many developments in Medical Physics, for example in the areas of imaging, databases, and instrumentation. Medical imaging, for example, is now almost entirely digital. The training of scientists who not only have a clear understanding of the application of physics to medical problems but are also well versed in computing skills, is essential to the future development of this growing area of healthcare.

This innovative course is unique in that it provides both a broad coverage of medical physics, and also a foundation in relevant aspects of computing. Besides a range of Medical Physics topics, the course also emphasises such areas as: computational medical image processing and analysis; cluster and Web computing; Internet information systems; management and security of computers and networks.

There is an extensive computer network, with support for Windows and Linux/Unix systems. A range of software is available: development languages (including Java) and environments, image processing software, and general purpose and specialist data analysis programs. Digital electronics support and microprocessor systems are also available for those students choosing practical projects.

Syllabus

The MSc programme consists of three terms each lasting approximately 4 months. The first term comprises lectures and practicals covering the whole range of the subject; in the second term students specialise in three areas. The third term is a research-style project.

Assessment

The programme is assessed by continuous assessment (including practical write-ups, essay assignments and student presentations), by assessment of the project work and thesis, by written examinations and by oral examination.

Dedication

12 months, full-time.

Additional information

Comments: There is demand for postgraduate scientists who have acquired computing skills alongside training in medical physics. The MSc can be the first step towards qualification as a Medical Physicist. The course can also lead to careers in computing (in healthcare and more widely), and in a wide variety of occupations in science, engineering and commerce.

Medical Physics Computing

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