Master of Science in Medical Physics
Entrance Year Sept 2024
Programme Code 55005
Stream Code
MSF (Full-time)
MSP (Part-time)
Mode of Study Mixed Mode
Normal Duration
1.5 years (Full-time)
3 years (Part-time)
Fund Type Self-Financed
Credits Required for Graduation
30
Initial Registration Credits
For local students
6 (Full-time)
3 (Part-time)
For non-local students
6 (Full-time)
Local Application Deadline 30 Apr 2024
Non-Local Application Deadline 30 Apr 2024
Tuition Fees
HK$6,000 per credit for local and non-local students
Programme Leaders
Programme Leader Dr Jung Sun YOO Deputy Programme Leader Dr Tian Li
PhD, BSc
PhD
Remarks
This programme is offered within the Postgraduate Scheme in Health Technology.
We have a limited quota for admissions. Early applications are strongly encouraged.
Targeted Taught Postgraduate Programmes Fellowships Scheme
A total of 4 fellowships shall be awarded to local students. Please click here for details.
PolyU reserves the right to change or withdraw the fellowship at any time. In case of any dispute/disagreement, PolyU’s decision is final.
Aims and Characteristics
Programme Aims
This award is offered within the Postgraduate Scheme in Health Technology, which aims to provide students with a background in physics, engineering and/or health technology, as well as those interested in medical physics, with the opportunity to develop knowledge of and skills in medical physics.
A. Advancement in Knowledge and Skills
To introduce students to core knowledge of medical physics, including radiation therapy, diagnosing imaging, nuclear medicine and radiation safety physics;
To expose students to the field of health science and technology;
To provide an appropriate learning environment for the exchange of knowledge and ideas between students, teachers and professionals;
To equip students with the knowledge of and skills in clinical medical physics necessary to become clinical medical physics professionals; and
To help students to develop the critical and analytical abilities and skills needed to pursue further studies and solve challenging clinical problems.
B. Professional Development
To develop students' critical analysis and evaluation ability;
To cultivate in students the qualities and attributes that are expected of healthcare professionals;
To promote greater awareness and reflection within the profession and the healthcare industry to improve the quality of healthcare services; and
To develop students' leadership ability.
C. Evidence-based Practice
To equip students with the necessary research skills to enable them to engage in evidence-based practice regarding the delivery of healthcare services.
D. Personal Development
To allow graduates to develop themselves further after graduation.
Characteristics
The scope of the programme includes radiation therapy, diagnostic imaging, nuclear medicine and medical health physics, and thus fulfils the educational requirements of a medical physicist. The curriculum is aligned with the international standards of medical physics graduate education. The teaching faculty include a large number of experienced clinical professionals, including clinical medical physicists, oncologists and radiologists. The programme prepares students for careers in clinical medical physics, medical technology research and development, academia, government regulation, the healthcare industry, entrepreneurship, etc.
