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PhD (NFQ Level 10)

This course is available through the following application route(s)

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Medical Physics is the branch of Physics that applies the concepts and principles of physics to the diagnosis and treatment of human disease. The PhD in Medical Physics is designed for students who wish to pursue a career in Medical Physics, either in a clinical environment or in research.

The programme comprises of a PhD research project in an area of medical physics. The programme also consists of a number of taught modules which provide a strong foundation in diagnostic imaging physics, nuclear medicine, radiation oncology physics and radiation protection, as well as the essential anatomy and physiology knowledge required to understand a patient’s anatomical structure and physiological processes.

The UCD School of Physics is in the process of seeking accreditation for the PhD in Medical Physics from the Commission on Accreditation of Medical Physics Education Programmes (CAMPEP).

About This Course

Below is a list of all modules offered for this degree in the current academic year. Click on the module to discover what you will learn in the module, how you will learn and assessment feedback profile amongst other information.

Incoming Stage 1 undergraduates can usually select an Elective in the Spring Trimester. Most continuing undergraduate students can select up to two Elective modules (10 Credits) per stage. There is also the possibility to take up to 10 extra Elective credits.

Module Type Module   Trimester Credits
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of:
Core modules
 ANAT20090 Med. Sciences for Biomed.Engin Autumn  5
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of:
Core modules
 PHYC40980 Radiological Physics Autumn  5
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of:
Core modules
 PHYC40990 Detectors and Dosimetry Autumn  5
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of:
Core modules
 PHYC41000 Medical Imaging Physics I Autumn  5
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of:
Core modules
 PHYC41010 Radiation Oncology Physics I Autumn  5
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of:
Core modules
 PHYC40570 Physics Demonstrating\Tutoring Autumn and Spring (separate)  5
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of:
Core modules
 SCI50020 Research Integrity Online Autumn&Spring&Summer(separate)  5
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of:
Core modules
 PHYC41020 Radiation Protection & Safety Spring  5
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of:
Core modules
 PHYC41030 Medical Imaging Physics II Spring  5
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of:
Core modules
 PHYC41040 Radiation Oncology Physics II Spring  5
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of:
Core modules
 PHYC41050 Radiobiology & Ethics Spring  5
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of:
Core modules
 RDGY41720 Advanced Cross Sectional Anatomy Spring  5

PhD Medical Physics (F253) Full Time
EU          fee per year - € 8020
nonEU    fee per year - € 15440

PhD Medical Physics (F254) Part Time
EU          fee per year - € 5360
nonEU    fee per year - € 10300

***Fees are subject to change

Informal queries on admission to the PhD in Medical Physics may be made to the Programme Directors luis.leon@ucd.ie or s.cournane@ucd.ie . PhD candidates should contact potential supervisors that will support the research and, after consultation with the Programme Directors, then develop a research proposal. 

Information on the PhD application process is available on the UCD Graduate Studies website at https://www.ucd.ie/graduatestudies/studywithus/applicationprocess/.

Full Time option suitable for:

Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
International (Non EU) applicants: Yes


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