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Bachelor

Medical Physics

Summary

Degree
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)
Standard program duration
6 semesters
Start of studies
Winter semester
Language
German
Admission
admission-free (no NC)
Enrollment requirements

Mathematical Self-Test

Department
Physics
© Roland Baege

What is it about?

Are you fascinated by the laws of nature and the reasons behind medical devices?

Do you enjoy experimenting and puzzling over medical applications, and do you see mathematics as the key to understanding the world?

Do you help shape the future of healing-from new materials to precise cancer therapy?

Interest sparked?

In this degree program, students work with topics such as:

  • Experimental Physics I-III and Theoretical Physics I/II
  • Medical Physics I/II, Medical Radiation Physics
  • internships
  • Advanced Mathematics I-III
  • Anatomy I/II, Physiology I/II, Biochemistry I/II

Why study Medical Physics?

Suitable for you?

  • perseverance
  • logical thinking
  • mathematical abilities
  • curiosity
  • problem-solving skills
  • analyzing
  • experimenting
  • doing research
  • programming/coding
  • calculating

Anything to do before the studies?

To enroll in the Bachelor's degree program in Medical Physics, participation in a mathematical self-test is mandatory. The test helps you determine whether it might be useful to refresh your math skills before starting your studies and is intended solely for your own guidance. It is not evaluated by the department. Only participation is required for enrollment. After completing the test, you can download a certificate of participation which you have to upload with your enrollment documents.

Enrollment Requirements

Studentin tippend am Laptop, daneben liegen Bücher und Stifte. © TU Dortmund

What can I expect during my studies?

The program is organized into a series of modules designed to build on one another throughout your studies. Students are encouraged to follow the recommended study plan, which outlines the modules assigned to each semester.

Study Plan of B.Sc. Medical Physics

The structure of each module can be reviewed in the module manual. It provides detailed information on all modules offered within the degree program, including course content, examination formats and requirements, as well as requirements for participation.

Module Manual of B.Sc. Medical Physics

Studierende sitzen in einer Vorlesung im Hörsaal. © Oliver Schaper​/​TU Dortmund

What’s next after graduation?

On a table are pads and sheets, a tray used by one hand. © avemario​/​Shotshop.com

I work, e.g.,

  • in clinics and medical practices (monitoring and optimizing the use of highly complex equipment, planning radiation therapy)
  • Medical technology industry (development, improvement, and testing of new procedures and devices)
  • Research and development at research centers and universities
  • IT industry/big data (data analysis of medical scans)
  • Optics industry/microsystems technology

I work as, e.g.,

  • researcher/professor
  • medical physicist
  • data scientist

After the Bachelor’s studies, the following consecutive Master’s degree program is offered:

M.Sc. Medical Physics and Physics of Living Systems

Other programs with related areas of study:

M.Sc. Physics

M.Sc. Advanced Methods on Particle Physics

Who can help me?

Departmental Advisory Service

© Christina Schulz​/​TU Dortmund

For general questions about degree programs and studying at TU Dortmund University, you can contact the Central Student Advisory Service for support:

E-mail: zsb@tu-dortmund.de

Information hotline for initial inquiries: +49 231 755 2345

Office Hours at a glance

A group picture of students in a seminar room with the TU Dortmund logo. © Aliona Kardash​/​TU Dortmund

What does everyday student life actually look like? And what do students say about their degree program? For a student perspective, you can contact the student representatives (Fachschaft) of the subject.

Website of the 'Fachschaft Physik'

Important Information

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