Radiation Biology, Protection and Epidemiology

Postgraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
RADI 5000
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Course ID
201957
Level of study
Level of study
Postgraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
1
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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Yes
Discipline group B
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University-wide elective course
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Single course enrolment
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Note:
Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

The aim of this course is to provide an understanding of the effects of radiation in vivo, operational health physics, radiation protection and epidemiological methods appropriate for practice as a medical or health physicist.

Course learning outcomes

  • Explain basic concepts and principles of radiation biology and radiation protection
  • Discuss biological effects of radiation
  • Explain basic concepts and principles of radiation therapy
  • Discuss legislation regarding radiation protection
  • Apply accepted/recommended models to calculate risks associated with radiation exposure in straightforward situations
  • Use the tools, methodologies, language and conventions of physics to communicate ideas and explanations

Prerequisite(s)

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Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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Assessment

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Degree list
The following degrees include this course
Master of Science specialising in Medical Radiation Physics