Physics with Medical Physics & Bioengineering / Fisic le Fisic Leighis & Bithinnealtóireacht DT235
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Qualification awarded: BSc (Physics with Medical Physics & Bioengineering) Level 8 / BSc (Fisic le Fisic Leighis & Bithinnealtóireacht) Leibhéal 8
Duration of programme:
4 years
Type of programme:
Honours Degree
Number of places:
15 approx.
What is Physics with Medical Physics & Bioengineering ?
Many important aspects of medical diagnostics, medical technology and medical treatment are underpinned by physics. Think of x-rays, ultrasound, MRI scans (magnetic resonance imaging), CT scans, treatment of tumours with radiation. Physics is crucial to all of these. A medical physicist works in a hospital applying knowledge of physics in these areas. Medical physicists play a vital and often leading role on the medical research team in terms of the development or application of new medical technology.
Bioengineering is the use of engineering and science in medical and biological applications. It encompasses many things – here’s a few: design and engineering of artificial limbs and implants; rehabilitation engineering; advanced biocompatible materials; medical information databases and access.
What are my career opportunities?
The job prospects are good. There will be an increasing demand for graduates with medical physics and bioengineering related knowledge and skills. Medical devices are a big industry in Ireland today - and it’s growing: “There are almost 100 companies in the industry, including 13 of the top 20 multinationals based in Ireland, exporting more than €3.7 billion per annum and employing more than 36,000 in the sector.” - Irish Medical Device Association (IMDA)
“The medical technologies industry has critical mass in Ireland and is envisaged as a key component of the economy going forward.” - Enterprise Strategy Group
But the sector will need suitable graduates to keep growing. This degree was designed in consultation with the IMDA, the IDA, the Association of Physical Scientists in Medicine, and with Industry to ensure that graduates will have the skills and knowledge demanded by industry. A wide range of other careers exist for physics graduates, many of them using the methodology of physics: technical know-how, the logical approach, problem solving skills. Physic graduates work in well-paid physics-based industries such as the critical and growing areas of medical physics, bioengineering and medical devices, and also the electronics industry, alternative energy development and telecommunications. Their analytical skills also place physicists in demand in a range of financial, fund management and research roles, in the law, in management consultancy, as weather forecasters, computer programmers and as physics and science teachers.
What other options do I have after completion?
Students who have reached the appropriate honours standard may have access to a wide range of taught Masters degrees or MPhil or PhD research degrees in DIT and elsewhere in Higher Education, including opportunities in taught Masters degrees of MPhil or PhD research degrees in medical physics.
What will I study on this programme?
Concentration on a single subject is not enough for any scientist, especially in as wide-ranging a subject area as this. This degree programme also covers relevant Biology, Engineering, Problem Solving Skills, Computer Studies, Chemistry, Maths (in Years 1 and 2) and Professional Skills.
This is a unique degree in Ireland offering new and exciting graduate opportunities in one of the country’s most vibrant technological sectors. It is a Physics degree which has been accredited by the Institute of Physics - but a Physics degree with a difference! It is highly practical, and has been developed in partnership with both the Medical Device Industry and the Medical Physics and Bioengineering community in Ireland. The specialist modules are delivered by experts in the area of Medical Physics and Bioengineering to ensure a strong focus and relevance. Furthermore, seminars are given regularly by experts in the area of Medical Physics and Bioengineering. The second half of the third year of the degree is spent on an Industrial Work Placement in a relevant industry.
Are there study abroad opportunities?
Six to twelve months (subject to scrutiny of modules by Programme Committee) to be taken abroad.
Module listing
Year One
Physics (with Medical Physics flavour), Biology, Microbiology and Medical Device Decontamination, Mathematics, Chemistry, Computational Studies, Science, Technology and Society studies.
Year Two
Physics, Medical Physics and Bioengineering, Biology, Mathematics, Medical Devices and Feedback Control, Computational Studies, Entrepreneurial Studies.
Year Three
Physics, Medical Physics and Bioengineering, Rehabilitation Engineering and Tissue Engineering, Biomaterials, Implants and Biosensors Industrial Work Placement.
Year Four
Physics, Medical Physics and Bioengineering, Diagnostic Imaging, General Radiotherapy, Bioelectromagnetism, Invention, Innovation and Commercialisation Studies and Research Project.
Entry Requirements
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Subjects |
Honours |
Maths |
English/Irish |
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6 |
2 |
OB3 |
OD3 |
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Other Requirements: At least HC3 in one of: Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Physics & Chemistry, Biology, Agricultural Science, Engineering, Technical Drawing, Technology or Design and Communication Graphics |
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Further information
School of Physics
T: 01 402 4737 (Dr Jacinta Browne)
T: 01 4024988
