The programme aims to provide knowledge and skills in radiation physics, protection, and dosimetry. The course is designed to produce graduates in Radiation Science with a strong capacity to work effectively as key members of a collaborative team for radiation protection and safety. Successful graduates can expect to have a career as radiation scientist in academic institutions, research institutes or environmental departments.

Course Structure

The programme consists of 40 units of the following four core courses and one compulsory Laboratory work in Semester II.

1st Semester (20 units)

• Radiation Protection I (Core - 4 units)
• Radiation Protection II (Core - 4 units)
• Radiation Physics (Core - 4 units)
• Dosimetry and Radiation Protection (Core - 4 units)
• Practical (Core - 4 units)

2nd Semester (20 units)

• Dissertation

Expertise available in the following School: School of Physics

Applicants should possess the following:

A. Bachelor's degree in Physics or related area

1. CGPA of at least 2.75 / 4.00; or

2. CGPA between 2.50 - 2.74 with the following additional conditions: or

a) Research experience for at least one year; or
b) Work experience in related field for at least one year; or
c) At least one (1) academic publication in the relevant field; or
d) Grade B for major / elective courses; or
e) Grade B+ for final year project

3. CGPA between 2.00 - 2.49 (Bachelor's Degree with Honours) with the following additional conditions: or

a) Research experience for at least five (5) years; or
b) Work experience in related field for at least five (5) years; AND
c) At least one (1) academic publication in the relevant field; or
d) Grade B for major / elective courses; or
e) Grade B+ for final year project

Not Applicable

Full-time: Min 2 semesters / Max 4 semesters

April & October

*From Semester 1, 2024/2025
** Fees are subject to change

Master of Engineering in Electrical and Microsystems Engineering and Master of Science in Solid State Physics

The International Master Dual Degree Programme places a strong focus on electronics and semiconductor technology. It provides a solid theoretical background as well as a minimum of 6 months internship in one of our international partner companies (e.g. Osram, Infineon Technologies, Continental Automotive Corporation) in Malaysia or Germany. In addition, it offers you the opportunity to obtain a Master degree from Malaysia (USM Penang) in combination with an accredited European Master degree (M. Eng. in Electrical and Microsystems Engineering) from OTH (Eastern Bavarian University), Regensburg, Germany simultaneously. The course is structured to enable students to work independently, efficiently and responsibly using scientific methods and problem solving techniques. Aside from conveying technical expertise, the course is designed to build personalities and leadership knowledge and skills. Graduates will be equally proficient in performing technical tasks and leadership roles.

Course Structure

Lectures in Malaysia or Germany: Min. 24 months (4 semesters) / Max. 60 months (10 semesters)

Master’s research/thesis in Malaysia or Germany (usually in a company): Min. 6 months (1 semester)

The programme consists of 40 units in USM and 54 Credit Points in OTH of the following schedule:
1st Semester in USM (20 units)

• ZCC 541/4 - Solid State Physics Theory (Core - 4 units)
• ZCC 542/4 - Physics of Complementary Materials  (Core - 4 units)
• ZCC 543/4 - Semiconductor Physics (Core - 4 units)
• ZSC 548/4 -X-ray Structure (Elective - 4 units)
• ZCC 591/4 -Measurements & Experimental Techniques 1 (Core - 4 units)

 2nd Semester in OTH (29 credit points)

• Mathematics for Master (Core – 8 CP)
• Technical Optics – Micro-optics (TOM) (Core – 5 CP)
• Electronic Product Engineering (Elective – 5 CP)
• Master Optoelectronic Project in Labview (Elective – 5 CP)
• Project Thesis (Core – 6 CP)

3rd Semester in OTH (25 credit points)

• Optoelectronics (Core – 8 CP)
• Laser Technology and Photonics (Core – 5 CP)
• Laser Materials Processing or Cybernetics (Elective – 5 CP)
• German Language (Core – 7 CP)

4th Semester in USM (20 units)

• ZCC 590 – Solid State Physics Dissertation (Core – 20 units)

List of Expertise in School of Physics
http://www.fizik.usm.my/

Applicants should possess the following:

• BSc in Physics, BApplied Sc in Applied Physics,  BApplied Sc in Engineering Physics with minimum CGPA of 3.00/4.00 or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related area or equivalent with several years of experience in a relevant field.

Not Applicable

• Min : 2 Years (4 Semesters)

    *(At least 1 Semester at USM AND at least 2 Semesters at OTH)

• Mix : 4 Years (8 Semester)

October

Tuition fees for graduate studies in Germany are fully sponsored by the university (OTH).  However, there will be an administration fee imposed by the university of approximately €150-300.

*From Semester 1, 2024/2025
** Fees are subject to change

The programme aims to provide knowledge and skills as a senior medical physicist. The course is designed to produce graduates in medical physics with a strong capacity to work effectively in operating and maintaining medical equipments. Successful graduates are expected to have a career as medical physicist in hospital, academic institutions or research institutes.

Course Structure

The programme comprises 40 units of the following five core courses, two elective courses, two practical courses and one compulsory research project.

Semester I

• Human Anatomy and Physiology (core - 4 units)
• Radiation Physics (core - 4 units)
• Dosimetry and Radiation Protection (core - 4units)
• Physics of Diagnostic Radiology (core - 4 units)
• Medical Physics Practical (core - 4 units)

Semester II

• Nuclear Medicine and Radiotherapy Physics (core - 4 units)
• Ultrasound and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (elective - 2 units)
• Radiobiology and Radiation Chemistry (elective - 2 units)
• Medical Physics Practical II (core - 4 units)
• Research Project (compulsory - 8 units)

Applicants should possess the following:

A. Bachelor's degree in Physics with

1. CGPA of at least 2.75 / 4.00; or

2. CGPA between 2.50 - 2.74 with the following additional conditions: or

a) Research experience for at least one year; or
b) Work experience in related field for at least one year; or
c) At least one (1) academic publication in the relevant field; or
d) Grade B for major / elective courses; or
e) Grade B+ for final year project

3. CGPA between 2.00 - 2.49 (Bachelor's Degree with Honours) with the following additional conditions: or

a) Research experience for at least five (5) years; or
b) Work experience in related field for at least five (5) years; AND
c) At least one (1) academic publication in the relevant field; or
d) Grade B for major / elective courses; or
e) Grade B+ for final year project

Not Applicable

Full-time: Min 2 semesters / Max 4 semesters

October

*From Semester 1, 2024/2025
** Fees are subject to change

This programme exposes candidates to up-to-date theoretical and experimental aspects of Solid State Physics. The students will explore the journey of knowledge and practical experience from sand to optical communication system. Candidates will also be trained to equip them with the capability of addressing physicist related problems as engineers in the semiconductor and solid state lighting industry.

Course Structure

The programme consists of 40 units of the following four core courses, three elective courses, two practical courses and one compulsory research project.

Semester I

• Solid State Physics I (core - 4 units)
• X-Ray Structure Analysis (elective - 4 units)
• Measurement and Experimental Techniques I (core - 4 units)
• Physics of Optical Communication (elective - 4 units)

Semester II

• Solid State Physics II (core - 4 units)
• Semiconductor Physics (core - 4 units)
• Measurement and Experimental Techniques II (core - 4 units)
• Semiconductor Devices (elective - 4 units)
• Research Project (compulsory - 8 units)

Applicants should possess the following:

A. Bachelor's degree in Physics or related area

1. CGPA of at least 2.75 / 4.00; or

2. CGPA between 2.50 - 2.74 with the following additional conditions: or

a) Research experience for at least one year; or
b) Work experience in related field for at least one year; or
c) At least one (1) academic publication in the relevant field; or
d) Grade B for major / elective courses; or
e) Grade B+ for final year project

3. CGPA between 2.00 - 2.49 (Bachelor's Degree with Honours) with the following additional conditions: or

a) Research experience for at least five (5) years; or
b) Work experience in related field for at least five (5) years; AND
c) At least one (1) academic publication in the relevant field; or
d) Grade B for major / elective courses; or
e) Grade B+ for final year project

Not Applicable

Full-time: Min 2 semesters / Max 4 semesters
Part-time: Min 4 semesters / Max 8 semesters

April & October

*From Semester 1, 2024/2025
** Fees are subject to change