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University of Glasgow

Glasgow,G12 8QQ,Scotland

MEDICAL PHYSICS MSc at University of Glasgow

MEDICAL PHYSICS MSc at University of Glasgow
Course Duration 1 Years
Course Intake Sep
Course Details Website Link Visit Website 
Course Level Postgraduate
Tution Fees £ 26,000
English Language Requirment
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL 90
PTE 60

The aim of this programme is to provide an understanding of the application of physics and technology to a range of disciplines within medical physics at a level appropriate for a professional physicist and to equip you for employment in a clinical environment.

  • JOINT 1st in the UK for Medicine (Complete University Guide UK 2021) ‌
  • A key strength of this programme is that you will be taught mostly by physicists working in the NHS.
  • Due to the large size of the NHS medical physics department in Glasgow, all mainstream areas of medical physics are covered along with some specialised fields.
    For example we have expertise in:
    • Ionising radiation
    • Specialist sections in PET Scanning
    • Ophthalmology
    • Urology
    • Informatics
    • Leading researchers in MRI
  • Accredited with the Institute of Physics & Engineering in Medicine (IPEM), the UK professional body for medical physicists.
  • The department has access to:
    • 1.5, 3 and 7 Tesla MRI
    • PET scanning
    • a cyclotron
    • dedicated SPECT
    • its own radioisotope dispensary.
  • Your lecturers are operating at the forefront of the profession with a balance of research and clinical practice, perfect for studying medical science.
  • The research component of this programme allows you to develop valuable skills for practising and interpreting research.
  • We draw on expert resources within the wider university for anatomy, statistics and the two optional courses.

CAREER PROSPECTS

‌Graduates have progressed into a variety of job roles in academia and the public sector in the UK, the Americas and the Middle East. Job roles in the UK have mainly been within the NHS.

Career opportunities include positions in:

  • NHS
  • Private healthcare
  • Equipment manufacturers

This is the course followed by the NHS trainees in Scotland so it is highly attuned to preparing the successful student for employment.

Othe related job titles include:

  • NHS Trainee Medical Physicist
  • Trainee Clinical Scientist
  • Demonstrator
  • Others have gone on to study for PhDs in Physics

University of Glasgow Highlights

University Type Public
Campus Setting Urban
No. of Campuses 3, Gilmorehill, Dumfries, Garscube Campus
Residence Halls 11
Work-Study Available (20 hrs/week)
Graduate Employability Rate ~95.9%
Research Funding Available 179 million GBP
No. of International Student Over 11,000 from 120 countries
No. of Research and Teaching Staff 3400
No. of Study Abroad and Exchange Partners 420

University of Glasgow Cost of Attendance

Along with the tuition fees, the cost of attendance will include the cost of living in the UK, and other expenses an international student may incur. 

University of Glasgow Fees

Tuition fees for some of the popular programs are as follows:

Program/Level of Education Annual Tuition Fees (GBP)
Science, Engineering, Nursing, Medicine 21,920
Dental Surgery 45,170
All other bachelor degrees 16,970
MS Data Science 23,500
Masters in International Business 21,900

Cost of Living at University of Glasgow

Other costs involved include rent or on-campus accommodation fees, expenses on books and material, and other lifestyle choices

Type of Expense Cost (GBP/year)
On-Campus Accommodation 5121-12,680
Books and Stationery 400
Travel 300
Entertainment 1440
University of Glasgow Average Tuition Fee Per Year
Undergraduate £ 17,810
Postgraduate  21,210
University of Glasgow Cost Per Year
Overall cost of living £ 12,580
Campus accommodation £ 4,993
* Please note that fees may vary. Always check the exact cost of the program and bear in mind likely additional expenses.
University of Glasgow English score required
IELTS Undergraduate 6.5
IELTS Postgraduate 6.5
TOEFL Undergraduate 90
TOEFL Postgraduate 90
* Please note that minimum score required for English language may vary from course to couse.Always check exact requirement for the programme.
University of Glasgow University Contact Details
University of Glasgow Address
Glasgow,G12 8QQ Glasgow G12 8QQ
University of Glasgow Email
student.recruitment@glasgow.ac.uk
University of Glasgow Phone
+441413302000