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Master of Applied Science in Health and Medical Physics
Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT)
- Melbourne, Australia
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
A two-year research master degree in health and medical physics completed under academic supervision.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop discipline-specific knowledge and practical skills in Applied Science in Health and Medical Physics in Research. Apply relevant theories
- Methods
- And tools to academic and professional problems. Communicate evidence-based findings and solutions effectively. Prepare for further study or employment related to Applied Science in Health and Medical Physics in Research.
Career outcomes
- Further study at PhD level
- Medical and health physics roles in hospitals
- Cancer centres and radiation services (for example Epworth Icon Cancer Centre
- GenesisCare
- Royal Adelaide Hospital)
- Australian Federal Police
Curriculum
- A research project combined with five specialist courses on health physics
- Radiation protection and medical physics
- Supported by research methods and ethics training and a thesis or project. Two years full-time.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Bachelor degree of at least four years with honours (research component) and a distinction average
- Or equivalent
- Supervisor agreement and a research proposal are required.
Accepted academic background
Honours bachelor or master degree with research component (distinction average).
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 79
- PTE Academic 58
- Cambridge 176
Documents you’ll need
- Completed application form
- Bachelor degree certificate
- Academic transcripts
- Passport copy
- English proficiency evidence
- Curriculum vitae or resume
- Personal statement
- References and program-specific supporting documents when required.
How to apply
- Check entry requirements and find a research project and two supervisors. Apply online through RMIT's Application Portal (no application fee for research degrees). Intake is continuous
- With scholarship closing dates. Upload transcripts
- Certificates
- English test evidence and a research proposal naming two supervisors. Supervisor agreement or interview as required. Accept the offer and pay the deposit stated in the offer letter (may include OSHC). Get the Confirmation of Enrolment and apply for a student visa (subclass 500) with proof of funds.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $41,280 AUD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $100 AUD |
| Deposit | $5,000 AUD |
Program details
| Campus | Melbourne City |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | STEM College |
| Department | Department of Health and Sciences |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 192 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 3 years |
| Scholarship note | Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT University) may offer institutional, Merit-based, Departmental, Or international student scholarships to eligible applicants. Award value, Eligibility, And deadlines vary by program and intake. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
March 2027
Apply by
3 Mar 2027
110 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
The next deadline is 3 Mar 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $41,280 AUD per year. The application fee is $100 AUD. The deposit is $5,000 AUD. The estimated living cost is $29,710 AUD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 79, PTE Academic 58, Cambridge 176.