Technological advances and developments in medicine, particularly in radiology, oncology (radiotherapy) and nuclear medicine, have created a demand for qualified medical physicists to manage and monitor the medical usage of radiation in all its forms. In 1998 the University of Malaya launched the Master of Medical Physics programme to meet this growing need. Over sixty graduates have come out from this programme thus far.
This programme is accredited by the Institute of Physics and Engineering in Medicine (IPEM), United Kingdom, since 2002. At present, the University of Malaya programme is the only one outside the British Isles (United Kingdom and Ireland) to receive such recognition.
Full-Time Duration: 2 Semesters + 1 Special Semester, (Coursework)
Programme Structure
Core Courses (23 credits)
Research Methodology
Anatomy and Physiology
Computing and Medical Informatics
Applied Radiation Physics and Dosimetry
Radiobiology and Radiation Protection
Medical Imaging and Nuclear Medicine
Radiotherapy Physics
Elective Courses (4 credits) - 2 only
Introduction to Practicum in Medical Imaging
Introduction to Practicum in Nuclear Medicine
Introduction to Practicum in Radiotherapy
Artificial Intelligence and Data Analysis in Medical Physics
Research Courses (15 credits)
Medical Physics Research Project
Career Prospects
Medical Physicist, Radiation Safety Officer, Clinical Medical Physicist, Radiation Oncology Physicist, Nuclear Medicine Physicist, Medical Imaging Specialist, Dosimetrist, Radiotherapy Physicist, Radiation Protection Specialist, Research Scientist in Medical Physics, Medical Imaging Scientist, Health Physics Consultant, Radiology Equipment Specialist, Nuclear Medicine Technologist, Radiation Therapy Technologist, Medical Informatics Specialist, Radiation Quality Assurance Specialist, Clinical Research Coordinator, Medical Physics Educator, Medical Device Development Specialist.
Possess a Bachelor’s Degree with a CGPA of not less than 3.00; or
For applicants with a CGPA of 2.50 – 2.99 (must fulfill at least one of the following):
Graduate from University Malaya; or
Accumulate at least one (1) year of work experience in related fields; or
Produce publications in related field; or
Receive a scholarship; or
Serve as a staff member of a government agency; or
Pass an interview by Faculty; or
Pass a Special evaluation by Faculty.
Specific Entry Requirements
General University Requirements: Fulfill the General University Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree Qualification: Possessed a Bachelor's Degree.
Equivalent Qualification: N/A
Related Fields: Any field related to Medical Physics/ Physics/ Applied Physics/ Biomedical Engineering/ Nuclear Science/ Physical Science/ Engineering.
Special Requirements:
For Bachelor's degree in the field of Physical Science/Engineering, with a CGPA of at least 3.00 and have at least two (2) years of relevant working experience.
For Bachelor's degree in the field of Science/Radiation Technology, Medical Imaging and Radiotherapy, with a CGPA of at least 3.00 and attend additional courses set by Faculty.
For Bachelor's degree in the field of Physical Science/Engineering, with a CGPA of 2.70 - 2.99 AND have at least two (2) years of relevant working experience and fulfil at least one (1) criteria from University's general requirements
For Bachelor's degree in the field of Physical Science/Engineering, with a CGPA of 2570 - 2.69 and have at least two (2) years of relevant working experience AND fulfil at least one (1) criteria from University's general requirements (for UM graduates) or two (2) criteria from University's general requirements (for non UM graduates)
English Requirements
Malaysia University English Test (MUET): Band 4.0; or
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic: Band 6.0; or
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) – Paper-Based Test (PBT): Not applicable; or
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) – Internet-Based Test (IBT) (Centre-Based): Score 60; or
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) – Computer-Based Test (CBT): Not applicable; or
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) – Essential Online: Score 8.5; or
Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic: Score 59; or
Cambridge English Qualifications & Tests – Linguaskill Online: Not applicable; or
Cambridge English Qualifications & Tests – B1 Preliminary, B2 First, C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency: Score 169; or
Cambridge English Qualifications & Tests – B2 Business Vantage, C1 Business Higher: Not applicable; or
Occupational English Test (OET) (Conventional / Online): Not applicable; or
Cambridge English: First (FCE): Not applicable; or
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): Not applicable; or
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): Not applicable