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University of Glasgow: Medical Physics
| Institution | University of Glasgow View institution profile |
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| Department | School of Medicine, Dentistry and Nursing |
| Web | glasgow.ac.uk |
| mvls-medphys@glasgow.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 0141 330 4515 |
| Study type | Taught |
MSc
Summary
The aim of this programme is to provide an understanding of the application of physics and technology to a range of disciplines within medical physics at a level appropriate for a professional physicist and to equip you for employment in a clinical environment.
WHY THIS PROGRAMME
The key strength of this programme is that you will be primarily taught by medical physicists working and undertaking research in the NHS in Glasgow. We also draw on expert resources within the wider university for detailed content on anatomy and statistics.
You will take part in practical sessions throughout the year in NHS facilities. In many cases, students will also undertake their substantive research project in an NHS department, and can be confident their work has direct clinical application and will impact and improve patient care.
The NHS Department of Clinical Physics and Bioengineering in Glasgow (DCPB) is one of the largest in the UK, with a presence in 11 hospitals across the city. We support and deliver services to the 1.2m people in the Greater Glasgow and Clyde catchment area, as well as providing a range of national services for the whole of Scotland.
DCPB is at the forefront of developments in the field. As well as capabilities in the core areas of medical physics and clinical engineering (Diagnostic Radiology, Radiation Protection, Radiotherapy, Nuclear Medicine, Technology Management), we have additional expertise in morespecialised disciplines such as: Informatics; Medical device design and development; MRI; Ophthalmology; Radioisotope production; Urology; Radionuclide therapies;
The department has access to: - 24 MRI scanners including systems at 1.5, 3 and 7 Tesla
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cyclotron and radionuclide production facilities
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Its own radioisotope dispensary
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8 x SPECT-CT systems
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2 x PET-CT systems
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13 Linacs including the latest adaptive radiotherapy systems
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State of the art CT and interventional radiology systems
This programme is accredited with the Institute of Physics & Engineering in Medicine (IPEM), the UK professional body for medical physicists.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
You will undertake 7 core taught courses across semester 1 and 2. Teaching will be delivered via a mixture of in-person lectures, seminars, tutorials and practical sessions in NHS facilities. Over the summer, you will then have the opportunity to put the knowledge and understanding you’ve developed into practice in a substantive research project. Working with researchers in either an NHS or University research environment, you’ll get hands-on experience and contribute to solving a current problem in the field.
Core Courses Body Systems Measurement and Imaging Evidence-Based Biomedical Research Methods and Statistics Programming Skills for the Clinical Scientist Radiotherapy Physics Research Dissertation in Medical Physics Scientific management The Physics of Medical Imaging 1 The Physics of Medical Imaging 2
CAREER PROSPECTS
85% of the taught programme is delivered by medical physicists working in the NHS, and students therefore have an ideal opportunity to learn about NHS careers.
In addition, we provide dedicated careers sessions in semesters 1 and 2 where you’ll have the opportunity to network with and learn from medical physicists working in the NHS, academia and industry who have taken different routes into the field.
Graduates of this programme have gone onto a variety of roles including: - Trainee Clinical Scientist
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Doctoral candidates
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Medical physicist (overseas)
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Data analyst
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Industry professionals
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
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| Entry requirements | 2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in Physics, Applied Physics, or any Engineering degree with a solid base in Physics. |
| Location | Gilmorehill (Main) Campus University Of Glasgow University Avenue Glasgow G12 8QQ |
Summary
The aim of this programme is to provide an understanding of the application of physics and technology to a range of disciplines within medical physics at a level appropriate for a professional physicist and to equip you for employment in a clinical environment.
WHY THIS PROGRAMME
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Joint 1st in the UK for Medicine (Complete University Guide UK 2021).
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A key strength of this programme is that you will be taught mostly by physicists working in the NHS.
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Due to the large size of the NHS medical physics department in Glasgow, all mainstream areas of medical physics are covered along with some specialised fields.
For example we have expertise in: Ionising radiation Specialist sections in PET Scanning Ophthalmology Urology Informatics Leading researchers in MRI
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Accredited with the Institute of Physics & Engineering in Medicine (IPEM), the UK professional body for medical physicists.
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The department has access to:
1.5, 3 and 7 Tesla MRI PET scanning a cyclotron dedicated SPECT its own radioisotope dispensary.
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Your lecturers are operating at the forefront of the profession with a balance of research and clinical practice, perfect for studying medical science.
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The research component of this programme allows you to develop valuable skills for practising and interpreting research.
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We draw on expert resources within the wider university for anatomy, statistics and the two optional courses.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
The programme involves attending lectures, seminars and tutorials, taking part in e-learning and undertaking a research project.
Core Courses RADIATION PHYSICS IN IMAGING STATISTICS FOR THE CLINICAL SCIENTIST THE PHYSICS OF MEDICAL IMAGING PROGRAMMING SKILLS FOR THE CLINICAL SCIENTIST SCIENTIFIC MANAGEMENT BODY SYSTEMS MEASUREMENT AND IMAGING RADIOTHERAPY PHYSICS ADVANCED DATA ANALYSIS FOR PHYSICS AND ASTRONOMY RESEARCH DISSERTATION IN MEDICAL PHYSICS
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
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| Entry requirements | You should hold at least a 2.1 Honours degree in physics or a physical science (eg applied physics or electronic engineering) from an institution recognised by the University. |
| Location | Gilmorehill (Main) Campus University Of Glasgow University Avenue Glasgow G12 8QQ |
The University of Glasgow is one of the UK’s most prestigious seats of learning, and the fourth oldest university in the English speaking world. Established in 1451 and recognised for its world-changing research and teaching, our people have always been at the forefront of innovation, including eight Nobel Laureates, two UK Prime Ministers, three First Ministers of Scotland, 10 Fellows of the Royal Society and 11 Fellows of the British Academy. Our past achievements inspire our current world changers.
Rankings
The University:
- is ranked 79th in the world: QS World University Rankings 2025
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