The MSc in Medical Physics prepares graduates for scientific roles in healthcare by providing a solid grounding in the physical principles that underpin modern medical practice. The programme highlights how key physics concepts are applied in medicine, with a particular focus on ionizing radiation for diagnosis and treatment. Students also receive introductory clinical training to see how these principles work in real healthcare settings. Accredited by CAMPEP, the North American Commission for the Accreditation of Medical Physics Education Programmes, the MSc allows graduates to apply for US clinical residency programmes required by the American Board of Radiology. Graduates also progress into careers across the medical device sector, healthcare industries, research and development, health and safety, and education. |
| Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)* | 70 |
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
Minimum Entry Requirements: - Graduates must hold at least a Second Class Honours, Level 8 degree (or equivalent international qualification) in physics or experimental physics, electronic engineering, or another relevant discipline as determined by the College of Science. Candidates with a primary degree without honours and with three years’ relevant and appropriate practical experience may also be considered.
- Garda vetting/police clearance is required for this programme.
- Academic entry requirements standardised per country are available here.
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| Test Scores: | - International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration)
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| Additional Admission Requirements: | - Letter(s) of Reference
- Resume/Curriculum Vitae
- Statement of Research Interests
Official qualifications and third level exam results (transcripts) to date: required for all non-University of Galway applicants and for University of Galway graduates who did not receive their undergraduate degrees from University of Galway. Applicants who have still to graduate must upload an interim transcript (of results to date) and upload final transcripts on receipt.
English language competency: if necessary, evidence of English language competency.
Personal statement: all applicants must enclose/upload a typed personal statement of approximately 600 words explaining why you wish to undertake the programme(s) of your choice, outlining how it fits into your career objectives, unless indicated otherwise in the table below.
Passport or birth certificate:—a copy of your passport or birth certificate must also be submitted/uploaded.
References: For School of Engineering/School of Computer Science programmes only—unless specifically stated otherwise (in the table below) non-University of Galway applicants only must provide two written references. One must be an academic reference (in the case of applicants currently undertaking studies) OR an employer (in the case of applicants currently in employment). |
* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.