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Medical Biophysics (MSc, PhD)
Our graduate programs in Medical Biophysics offer advanced training in research and engineering-related methodologies, with a focus on medical imaging, musculoskeletal imaging, radiobiology, and cancer treatment.
Medical Biophysics (MSc, PhD)
Our graduate programs in Medical Biophysics offer advanced training in research and engineering-related methodologies, with a focus on medical imaging, musculoskeletal imaging, radiobiology, and cancer treatment.
Medical Biophysics (MSc, PhD)
Our graduate programs in Medical Biophysics offer advanced training in research and engineering-related methodologies, with a focus on medical imaging, musculoskeletal imaging, radiobiology, and cancer treatment.
About the program
- Program name: Medical Biophysics
- Degree level: MSc, PhD
- Program duration, deadlines & requirements: See program details
- Contact: [email protected]
- Website: Medical Biophysics
Reasons to study
CAMPEP option
Pursuing a CAMPEP designation alongside a PhD can lead to a career as a clinical medical physicist.
Hospital-integrated faculty
Our faculty are established in medical imaging departments in London hospitals.
Machine learning & artificial intelligence
Develop expertise in Machine Learning and AI to revolutionize health sciences and lead advancements in data-driven research, diagnostics and precision medicine.
Fields of research
Click each field to learn about their subcategories and faculties.
- Medical Imaging
- Radiobiology & Cancer Treatment
- Microcirculation & Cellular Biophysics
- Biomechanics & Biomaterials
Program details
Duration
Six terms (two years)
Application deadlines
Domestic
- Winter: Open June 1 / Close November 1
- Summer: Open September 1 / Close March 1
- Fall: Open Septeber 1 / Close June 1
International
- Winter: Open April 1 / Close September 1
- Summer: Open September 1 / Close February 1
- Fall: Open January 1 / Close March 1
Requirements
- Educational background: A four-year degree (or equivalent) from an accredited institution, with preference given to those in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) discipline.
- Grade requirement: Consideration will be given to applicants with a minimum of a 70% average, but preference given to applicants with a minimum of an A- or 80% average (final two years).
- International students: Applicants whose first language is not English must furnish evidence of their proficiency in the use of the English language. Click here for full details
Duration
- Twelve terms (four years) when entering program with a previous MSc
- Fifteen terms (five years) when entering program with Honors BSc
Application deadlines
Domestic
- Winter: Open June 1 / Close November 1
- Summer: Open September 1 / Close March 1
- Fall: Ppen Septeber 1 / Close June 1
International
- Winter: Open April 1 / Close September 1
- Summer: Open September 1 / Close February 1
- Fall: Open January 1 / Close March 1
Requirements
- Educational background: MSc in the Biomedical Sciences, Engineering, or Physics.
- Grade requirement: Direct-entry PhD students with an admission average of greater than 85% will be considered for direct entry placement if graduate positions are available.
- International students: Applicants whose first language is not English must furnish evidence of their proficiency in the use of the English language. Click here for full details
Duration
- Twelve terms (four years) when entering program with a previous MSc
- Fifteen terms (five years) when reclassified from MSc to PhD (Five years from initial MSc entry date) or direct entry from Honors BSc.
Application deadlines
Domestic
- Fall: Open September 15 / Close June 1
- Winter: Open July 1 / Close November 1
- Summer: Open September 15/ Close March 1
International
- Fall: Open January 1 / Close March 1
- Winter: Open April 1 / Close September 1
- Summer: Open September 1 / Close February 1
Requirements
- Eligible for PhD program and permission for CAMPEP enrolment from thesis supervisor.
- MSc and completed undergraduate Physics including at least three upper level (3rd or 4th year) half-courses in traditional physics (e.g. thermal physics, classical mechanics/dynamics) OR Engineering Degree.
- Exceptional undergraduate honours physics including at least three upper level half-courses in physics and greater than 85% admission average OR Engineering Degree.
- Exceptional students with minimal course deficiencies may be granted provisional enrolment, with approved plan for deficiency correction in place, at the discretion of the program director.
- International students: Applicants whose first language is not English must furnish evidence of their proficiency in the use of the English language. Click here for full details
Apply now via Western's School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies
Plan your finances
What it costs
Expenses usually include tuition, fees, housing, food, and many other necessities.
Find your tuition and fees in the fee schedules available through the Office of the Registrar.
Support available
As a thesis-based graduate learner, you may be eligible to receive funding.
Check out the funding package for Medical Biophysics.
Plan ahead
Managing your finances, time, and overall wellness are critical to your academic success.
Use the Graduate Student Affordability Calculator to estimate how much money you will need to pay for your tuition, fees, housing, food, and other necessities for a 12-month (three-term) academic year.
Career resources & opportunities
As a Western graduate student, you have access to an abundance of quality professional development opportunities, which make it simple for you to self-direct your learning and development, maximize the value of your degree, and ease your career transition.
Own Your Future
Upskilling graduates for success
Internship program
After graduation
With your graduate training in Medical Biophysics you can pursue professional school, post-doctoral research and advanced training or careers as a:
- Data scientist
- Medical physicist (CAMPEP)
- Clinical research project assistant
- Industrial research scientist
- Medical laboratory technologist
- Medical imaging technologist
- Research assistant/associate/analyst
In their words
Ashley Micuda, PhD Candidate, Medical Biophysics
Opportunities beyond the degree
Have questions? Connect with us!
Contact our recruitment coordinator for more information on the program and finding a supervisor, or get your questions answered.
Elizabeth Oliveira
Graduate Recruitment Coordinator
t. 519.661.2111 ext 88030
e. [email protected]
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