Radiation Sciences, M.Sc.

Requirements

These programs may be pursued part time. Applicants who are interested in this option should contact the program administration at an early stage of their application.

M.Sc. in Radiation Sciences (Medical Physics)

The M.Sc. in Radiation Sciences (Medical Physics) requires that a candidate complete satisfactorily the courses below. Candidates for this M.Sc. are also required to present and defend a thesis, which shall embody the results of original research. Candidates are expected to have knowledge in Radiation Biology and in Radiation & Radioisotope Methodology. If a candidate lacks this knowledge, she/he will be directed by the program to pursue appropriate additional learning opportunities.

MED PHYS 775 / Advanced Radiation Physics
one other half course

M.Sc. in Radiation Sciences (Radiation Biology)

The M.Sc. in Radiation Sciences (Radiation Biology) requires that a candidate complete satisfactorily 2 of the courses below. Candidates for this M.Sc. are also required to present and defend a thesis, which shall embody the results of original research. Candidates are expected to have knowledge in Radiation Biology and in Radioactivity & Radiation Interactions. If a candidate lacks this knowledge, she/he will be directed by the program to pursue appropriate additional learning opportunities.

Medical Radiation Science Stream

Candidates in the Medical Radiation Sciences stream are required to complete the course noted below. Candidates for this M.Sc. are also required to present and defend a thesis, which shall embody the results of original research.

MED PHYS 781 / Advanced Clinical Practicum in Medical Radiation Sciences
One other half course at the 700 level which can be
MED PHYS 779 / Radiation Health Risks and Benefits or
MED PHYS 780 / Radiation Effects in Plants and Animals or
MED PHYS 782 / Modern Radiation Biology - Implications for the certainty with which scientific positions are held

M.Sc. in Radiation Sciences (Health Physics)

The M.Sc. in Radiation Sciences (Health Physics) requires that a candidate complete satisfactorily the courses below. Candidates for this M.Sc. are also required to present and defend a thesis, which shall embody the results of original research. Candidates are expected to have knowledge in Radiation Biology and in Radiation & Radioisotope Methodology. If a candidate lacks this knowledge, she/he will be directed by the program to pursue appropriate additional learning opportunities.
MED PHYS 775 / Advanced Radiation Physics
MED PHYS 776 / Introduction to Operational Health Physics