Medical Physics

Entry requirements

• 2:2 undergraduate degree or higher in physics, engineering, or a related physical science discipline.
• Relevant professional experience will be considered
• English language requirements: IELTS 6.5 overall (minimum 6.0 in each component) or equivalent

Months of entry

September

Course content

If you are an engineering or physical sciences graduate who is interested in a career in the fast-growing field of medical physics, our MSc Medical Physics course will give you the theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and professional awareness to excel.

Whether you study our course full-time (1 year) or part-time (2-3 years), you will cover the fundamental aspects of the use of medical physics in medicine, with hands-on clinical instruction in MRI, CT, and medical linear accelerators. You will also gain experience in computer-based modelling, research methodology, ethics, and the wider role of medical physics in healthcare.

Through a curriculum shaped by students, NHS partners, and industry, you will benefit from workplace-authentic assessments, options to study advanced specialisms, and a focus on employability, inclusivity, and sustainability in healthcare science.

Why Medical Physics at Swansea University?

• 100% of our research impact is internationally excellent (REF2021)
• Strong partnerships with NHS Wales and industry, ensuring authentic clinical learning
• Cutting-edge facilities including proton therapy and advanced MRI
• Accredited by IPEM, ensuring international recognition and professional credibility

Your Medical Physics experience

Our MSc provides an inclusive, flexible, and practice-driven learning environment. You can tailor your learning to your chosen specialism, whether that is radiotherapy physics, radiation safety & diagnostic radiology, nuclear medicine or imaging with non-ionising radiation.

Our strong connections to the NHS, School of Engineering and industry partners provide you with access to state-of-the-art facilities and high-impact research environments including the £100 million Institute of Life Science building, and opportunities for interdisciplinary research and innovation.