Sept 2026 Entry
1.5 years (Full-time)
3 years (Part-time)
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This programme is offered within the Postgraduate Scheme in Health Technology.
We have a limited quota for admissions. Early applications are strongly encouraged.
The programme has been selected by the University Grants Committee (UGC) for the Hong Kong Future Talents Scholarship Scheme for Advanced Studies. Local students admitted to this programme can apply for the scholarship, please click here for details.
Early Round: 2025-10-15
Main Round: 2026-01-15
Extended Round: 2026-04-30
Early Round: 2025-10-15
Main Round: 2026-01-15
Extended Round: 2026-04-30
What's New
- MPhil
- PhD
- Taught Postgraduate
- Undergraduate
- Undergraduate
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
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To introduce students to core knowledge of medical physics, including radiation therapy, diagnosing imaging, nuclear medicine and radiation safety physics;
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To expose students to the field of health science and technology;
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To provide an appropriate learning environment for the exchange of knowledge and ideas between students, teachers and professionals;
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To equip students with the knowledge of and skills in clinical medical physics necessary to become clinical medical physics professionals; and
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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
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To develop students' critical analysis and evaluation ability;
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To cultivate in students the qualities and attributes that are expected of healthcare professionals;
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To promote greater awareness and reflection within the profession and the healthcare industry to improve the quality of healthcare services; and
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To develop students' leadership ability.
C. Evidence-based Practice
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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
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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.
The programme is granted accreditation by the International Organization for Medical Physics (IOMP) for three years, from 1 June 2024 to 31 May 2027.
Programme Structure
The Postgraduate Scheme in Health Technology consists of the following awards:
- MSc in Medical Data Science (MScMDS)
- MSc in Medical Imaging and Radiation Science (MScMIRS)
- MSc in Medical Laboratory Science (MScMLS)
- MSc in Medical Physics (MScMP)
To be eligible for the MSc in Medical Physics, students are required to complete a total of 31 credits, as follows:
- 1 Compulsory Subject (3 credits)
- 7 Core Subjects (18 credits)
- 3 Elective Subjects (9 credits)
- 1 Academic Integrity and Ethics Subject (1 credit)
Core Areas of Study
Compulsory Subject (3 credits)
- Research Methods & Biostatistics (3 credits)
Core Subjects (18 credits)
- Radiation Physics (3 credits)
- Radiation Protection and Radiation Safety (3 credits)
- Human Anatomy and Physiology (3 credits)
- Radiation Therapy Physics (3 credits)
- Medical Imaging Physics (3 credits)
- Radiation Biology (2 credits)
- Ethical Issues in Medicine and Research (1 credit)
Elective Subjects (9 credits)
- Advanced Medical Image Analysis with Deep Learning (3 credits)
- Advanced Radiation Protection (3 credits)
- Advanced Technology and Clinical Application in Computed Tomography (3 credits)
- Advanced Technology and Clinical Application in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (3 credits)
- Advanced Technology and Clinical Application in Nuclear Medicine Imaging (3 credits)
- Advanced Topics in Health Technology (guided study) (3 credits)
- Advanced Ultrasonography (3 credits)
- Artificial Intelligence and Big Data Computing Programming (3 credits)
- Big Data Computing (3 credits)
- Bioinformatics in Health Sciences (3 credits)
- Clinical Practicum of Medical Physics (3 credits)
- Digital Imaging and PACS (3 credits)
- Dissertation (9 credits)
- Knowledge Management for Clinical Applications (3 credits)
- Machine Learning and Data Analytics (3 credits)
- Molecular and Functional Imaging: From Body System to Molecules (3 credits)
- Multiplanar Anatomy (3 credits)
- Practical Radiotherapy Treatment Planning (3 credits)
- Virtual Reality in Healthcare (3 credits)
Academic Integrity and Ethics Subject (1 credit)
- Academic Integrity and Ethics (Health and Social Sciences) (1 credit)
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Programme Leader
Prof. Jung Sun YOO
PhD, BSc
Deputy Programme Leader
Prof. Tian LI
PhD, MSc, BSc
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A Bachelor’s degree in physics, applied physics or engineering physics;
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A Bachelor’s degree in natural sciences, mathematics, engineering, radiography or health technology.
If you are not a native speaker of English, and your Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification is awarded by institutions where the medium of instruction is not English, you are expected to fulfil the University’s minimum English language requirement for admission purpose. Please refer to the "Admission Requirements" section for details.
For further programme information, please contact:
The General Office (tel: (852) 3400 8578; email: hti.tpg@polyu.edu.hk)
or visit our website at https://www.polyu.edu.hk/hti/study/programmes/taught-postgraduate-programmes_list/
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Applicants will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
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Students may be required to take classes in addition to the core programme curriculum to gain the necessary foundational knowledge.
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HK$6,700 per credit for local and non-local students
(Note: There is no tuition charge for the 1-credit AIE subject.)
HTI Entry Scholarships for Taught Postgraduate Programmes are available. Please visit here for details.
PolyU reserves the right to change or withdraw the scholarship at any time. In case of any dispute/disagreement, PolyU’s decision is final.
Studying at PolyU has made me more enthusiastic about learning. I feel honoured to be one of the first cohort of Medical Physics students. The programme provides core knowledge and skills in clinical medical physics, giving students the best possible preparation for entering the field of medical physics. I have learned about various cancer diagnosis and treatment techniques, such as radiation therapy, through studying medical imaging physics, which is my main field of interest. Our professors are passionate about teaching and always willing to assist us.
Moreover, I have had the opportunity to participate in research on the application of AI to nasopharyngeal carcinoma diagnosis and treatment. AI represents the future of medical physics. It can increase the accuracy of diagnosis and optimise treatment plans. It can also be used to predict patient disease recurrence. I am gaining valuable experience to prepare for my further education or career development.
I believe that this programme will enhance my competitiveness in and contribution to the field of medical physics. I would like to thank PolyU and all of my teachers.
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