Bachelor of Science in Physics / Master of Health Physics (Accelerated Master’s Program)
60 monthsProgramme duration
SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Physics and Astronomy
Degree
MPhys
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
The unique opportunity to take classes online, as well as on campus, sets Illinois Tech apart from other health physics programs. Illinois Tech is one of only a handful of universities that offer this accelerated master’s opportunity, which can be completed in as few as five years. Illinois Tech faculty also have professional connections that can lead you to a health physics internship.
The health physics program includes two specializations. Radiological Security and Emergency Response addresses qualifications for the Department of Homeland Security’s Radiological Operations Support Specialist (ROSS) Program. Radiochemistry prepares for careers in nuclear medicine, homeland security, and environmental protection.
Program requirements build your professional skills in management, team leadership, and communications, not only excelling your ability to work in teams, but also enabling you to be a leader who can solve real-world problems.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Physics and Astronomy
Degree
MPhys
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
The unique opportunity to take classes online, as well as on campus, sets Illinois Tech apart from other health physics programs. Illinois Tech is one of only a handful of universities that offer this accelerated master’s opportunity, which can be completed in as few as five years. Illinois Tech faculty also have professional connections that can lead you to a health physics internship.
The health physics program includes two specializations. Radiological Security and Emergency Response addresses qualifications for the Department of Homeland Security’s Radiological Operations Support Specialist (ROSS) Program. Radiochemistry prepares for careers in nuclear medicine, homeland security, and environmental protection.
Program requirements build your professional skills in management, team leadership, and communications, not only excelling your ability to work in teams, but also enabling you to be a leader who can solve real-world problems.
Admission Requirements
Students must be at least one full-time semester, or 12 credit hours, away from undergraduate degree completion in order to apply.
Applicants are required to have a minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0. Please consult individual departments for specific minimum GPA requirements.
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