Learning outcomes

A Master's degree will give you a broad foundation in biophysics with particular focus on radiation physics. In particular, this includes learning about the structure and function of important biomolecules and cellular systems. You will also learn about methods for measuring the effects of radiation on these models. Your studies will lead you further towards problems in medical physics, and techniques for radiation therapy of cancer and diagnostic use of magnetic resonance tomography.

You can choose to write your Master’s thesis within basal biophysics, such as the effect of radiation on biomolecules (e.g. DNA), or on cells grown in culture. Alternatively you may elect to specialise in medical physics, for example mathematical modelling of a radiation therapy regime related to experimental data for cellular response to radiation.

Through studying for a Master’s degree you will learn fundamental scientific working methods, how to work independently on a large-scale project, and you will gain experience in producing a clear, well-structured, critical written presentation.

Published June 6, 2012 10:00 AM