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Master’s in Medical Physics


Master’s in Medical Physics: About the program

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    Head of program: Professor Ignacio Espinoza

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    Mode: Daytime, on-site

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    Duration of program: 4 semesters

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    Degree: Master's Degree in Medical Physics

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    Location: Campus San Joaquín UC

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    Classes start: March of each year

Overview

This program provides solid training in the theoretical and practical areas of both the physical fundamentals of radiation therapy and diagnostic imaging. In addition, it allows access to knowledge related to the use of new technologies and research on relevant topics in Medical Physics.
Being an interdisciplinary program, students will have the opportunity to interact and cooperate in multidisciplinary work groups, allowing them to conduct research with applications in medicine, as well as prepare to continue their studies in a doctorate, or to develop specialized work in the clinical field or in the industry.
The program is based on the international recommendations of the International Atomic Energy Agency and the International Organization of Medical Physics when it comes to objectives, admission criteria, and curricular content. For further information please click on the following image.


Curriculum sequence

Curriculum
Anatomy and Physiology for Medical Physics
Radiological Physics and Dosimetry
Radiation Biology and Radiation Protection
Radiation Therapy Physics
Medical Imaging Physics
40 credits in elective courses
Seminar
2 thesis courses

Courses


Graduate profile

Graduates from the Master’s program in Medical Physics will be able to understand the physical principles involved in the applications of Physics to medicine and, in general, to Life Sciences. This will enable them to employ analytical techniques towards the solution of problems and needs arising in the practice of medical sciences. Training will include applications in prevention, diagnosis and treatment of human diseases, as well as the development of skills in medical research.

Students graduating from this program will possess the necessary competencies to develop a career in the clinical, academic and/or industrial setting and will be characterized by:

  • Knowing and applying the ethical considerations of medical practice
  • Knowing the general concepts of cellular biology, anatomy, and physiology essential for communication and collaboration with other professionals in the medical field
  • Having an advanced knowledge of Radiation Physics and Dosimetry.
  • Possessing a practical knowledge of the different current techniques of therapy and diagnosis.
  • Managing the concepts and legal scope related to the radiological protection of patients, professionally exposed personnel and the general public
  • Understanding the biological effects of radiation on healthy and tumor tissue.
  • Having the ability to design experiments, acquire and interpret data, and report results.
  • Having the ability to pose and solve problems related to Medical Physics.
  • Possessing the ability to work in teams, especially those with a multidisciplinary approach.