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BSc Physics with Medical Physics

Cardiff University

Institution
Cardiff University
Level
undergraduate
Subject
Physics and astronomy
Duration
3 years
UCAS code
F350
Typical offer
A-level AAB

Entry requirements

A level: AAB (Maths and Physics)

About this course

BSc in Physics, with a focus on applying physics to medical diagnosis and treatment. Core topics include Programming, Microelectronics, Statistics, and Mathematical Modelling. This IOP-accredited course is developed with the University Hospital of Wales, with medical physics modules delivered by NHS professionals. In the final year, a 30-credit Medical Physics research project is completed at a partner site such as UHW, Velindre Cancer Centre or CUBRIC.

Modules

  • Mathematical Methods for Physicists 1
  • Mechanics and Relativity
  • Introduction to Quantum Physics and Materials
  • Experimental Physics
  • Electricity, Magnetism and Waves
  • Computational Skills for Problem Solving
  • Mathematical Methods for Physicists 2
  • Introduction to Medical Physics
  • The Physics of Fields and Flows
  • Intermediate Practical Physics 1
  • Quantum Mechanics
  • Biophysics
  • Scientific Programming
  • Thermal and Statistical Physics
  • Optics
  • Introduction to Condensed Matter Physics
  • Nuclear Medicine
  • Physics in Action: Real-World Problem Solving
  • Atomic and Nuclear Physics
  • Introduction to Magnetic Resonance Imaging
  • Radiation Protection and Diagnostic Radiology Physics
  • Non-Ionising Radiation in Medicine
  • Radiotherapy
  • Medical Physics Project
  • Solid State Physics
  • Computational Physics
  • Environmental Physics
  • Science Communication
  • Particle Physics and Special Relativity
  • Semiconductor Devices and Applications
  • Commercialising Innovation