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Applications of Physics in Medicine - An Introduction to Medical Physics
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 16:29:46
Abstract
Medical physics is a fascinating scientific discipline, providing many professional opportunities to apply physics to the care of patients, either in the clinic or in industry. It is also an area allowing for exciting, interesting and fulfilling areas of research. It is the aim of this course to give bachelor physics students an insight into the wide spectrum of medical applications of physics.
Objective
To provide physics students with an insight into the many and varied applications of physics in medicine. At the end of the course, students will be aware of the major topics in medical physics and its role in hospitals, industry and research.
Content
The course consists of 13 double lectures (2x45 mins), with an additional 1 hour tutorial associated with each lecture and is aimed at bachelor physics students in their last year of studies. Topics covered are • History and background to medical physics • Physics background to medical applications and measurement techniques • The physics of medical imaging • The physics of radiotherapy • Computer and image assisted medical interventions • Medical physics in the clinic, industry and research.
General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- BSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- session examination
- Mode
- oral 20 minutes
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture | Applications of Physics in Medicine - An Introduction to Medical Physics |
|
2 h weekly |
| exercise | Applications of Physics in Medicine - An Introduction to Medical Physics |
|
1 h weekly |