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US6545003 - BACHELOR OF APPLIED SCIENCE IN MEDICAL PHYSICS WITH HONOURS

  • OVERVIEW

    The Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Medical Physics program focuses on the application of physics in the medical field, particularly in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases. This program offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes radiation physics, radiation biology, medical imaging technology, as well as fundamental modules in physics and mathematics.

    School of Physics,
    Universiti Sains Malaysia,
    11800 Penang, Malaysia.
    http://www.fizik.usm.my

    Duration : 4 Years / 8 Semesters (Minimum)
                      6 Years / 12 Semesters (Maximum)
    Medium Instruction: English Language
    Examination :     English
    Semester Offered : Semester 1 (October)

  • REQUIREMENTS

    • STPMKPM MATRICULATION / FOUNDATION STUDIES (UM/UKM/UiTM)DIPLOMA / EQUIVALENT – A-LEVEL, IB, AUSMAT, SAM, AND OTHERS
      STPM:

      i. Pass the Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) Examination with a minimum CGPA of 2.75.

      AND

      ii. Obtain at least Grade B (NGMP 3.00) in the following subjects:
      • Physics
      • Mathematics T

      AND

      iii. Obtain at least Grade C at the SPM level in the following subjects:
      • Physics
      • Additional Mathematics
      KPM MATRICULATION / FOUNDATION STUDIES (UM/UKM/UiTM):

      i. Pass Matriculation / Foundation Studies (UM/UKM/UiTM) with a minimum CGPA of 2.75

      AND

      ii. Obtain at least a Grade B (3.00) in the following subjects:
      • Physics / Engineering Physics
      • Mathematics
      • Biology / Chemistry / Computer Science / Programming / Computing / Engineering Chemistry / Basic Engineering / Civil Engineering / Mechanical Engineering / Electrical & Electronics Engineering

      AND

      iii. Obtain at least a Grade C at the SPM level in the following subjects:
      • Physics
      • Additional Mathematics
      DIPLOMA / EQUIVALENT – A-LEVEL, IB, AUSMAT, SAM, AND OTHERS:

      Possess a Diploma in the related field with a minimum CGPA of 2.75

      OR

      Pass A-Level with a minimum score of 10 and obtain at least Grade B in the following subjects:

      • Physics
      • Mathematics

      OR

      Pass the International Baccalaureate (IB) with a minimum score of 28 and obtain at least a score of 5 at the High Level (HL) in the following subjects:

      • Physics
      • Mathematics

      And

      Obtain at least a score of 5 at the Standard Level (SL) in Further Mathematics

      OR

      Pass AUSMAT/SAM with a minimum aggregate of 68 and obtain at least Grade B in the following subjects:

      • Physics
      • Mathematics Studies

      OR

      Possess other qualifications recognized as its equivalent and approved by the University Senate.

      AND

      Obtain at least Grade C at the SPM level in the following subjects:

      • Physics
      • Additional Mathematics, or have attended and passed an equivalent Mathematics course at diploma level.

  • FEES

    • TYPE OF FEESAMOUNT (RM)
      TYPE OF FEES: Tuition Fees
      AMOUNT (RM):

      660.00
      TYPE OF FEES: Recurrent Fee (Payable every semester)
      AMOUNT (RM):

      550.00
      TYPE OF FEES: Per semester
      AMOUNT (RM):

      1,210.00
      TYPE OF FEES: Non-Recurrent Fee (Payable upon registration)
      AMOUNT (RM):

      720.00
      TYPE OF FEES: ** Fees are subject to change

  • LIST OF COURSE

      • Mechanics
      • Electricity and Magnetism 1
      • Vibrations, Waves and Optics
      • Modern Physics
      • Electronics I
      • Calculus
      • Physics Practical I
      • Physics Practical II
      • Computational Approach in Physics Learning
      • Linear Algebra and Vector Analysis
      • Quantum Mechanics
      • Complex Analysis and Differential Equations
      • Thermodynamics
      • Optics
      • Human Anatomy and Physiology
      • Physics of Diagnostic Radiology
      • Physics Practical III
      • Medical Physics Practical
      • Introduction to Astronomy
      • Structure of the Universe

      • Solid State Physics I
      • Statistical Mechanics
      • Physics of Radiotherapy
      • Nuclear Medicine
      • Medical Physics Project (two semesters)
      • Atomic and Nuclear Physics
      • The Engineer in Society
      • Medical Instrumentation
      • Energy Studies
      • Remote Sensing
      • Astronomy Principles and Practices
      • Introduction to Radio Astronomy
      • Physics of Semiconductor Devices

      • Radiation Biophysics
      • Medical Lasers
      • Physics of Medical Imaging
      • X-Ray Analysis
      • Laser Technology and Its Applications
      • Applied Spectroscopy
      • Non-Destructive Testing
      • Industrial Training

  • CAREER PROSPECTS

    Position

    • Science Officer
    • Medical Physicist
    • Radiation Protection Officer
    • Research Officer
    • Research Engineer
    • Medical Technology Consultant

     

    Related Industries

    • Government and private hospitals
    • Medical Imaging Industry
    • Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology Industry
    • Research Institutions
    • Nuclear Energy Industry
    • Radiation Control Agencies

Undergraduate

Student Admission Unit
Academic Management Division, Registry, Level 2, Chancellory Building, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 11800 Penang, Malaysia.

Tel : 1 300 888 876 / +604-6533196
Fax : +604 653 3328

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Last Update: Thursday 23 April 2026.

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