Program Overview
M.S. in Medical Radiation Dosimetry
The M.S. in Medical Radiation Dosimetry program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in medical radiation dosimetry. The program includes coursework, practicum, and research opportunities to prepare students for a career in medical radiation dosimetry.
Program Tracks
- The program offers a Master of Science (M.S.) degree and a Certificate program.
- The M.S. program requires 38 credits, while the Certificate program requires 30 credits.
Plan of Study
The program is divided into three semesters: Fall, Spring, and Summer.
Fall Semester
- RON 601: Clinical Oncology and Anatomy for Medical (2 credits, M.S.; 2 credits, Cert.)
- RON 810: Medical Dosimetry Practicum I (6 credits, M.S.; 6 credits, Cert.)
- RON 610: Radiation Oncology Physics I (3 credits, M.S.; 3 credits, Cert.)
- RON 620: Seminar in Medical Dosimetry I (M.S. Only) (3 credits, M.S.; N/A, Cert.)
- Total: 14 credits (M.S.); 11 credits (Cert.)
Spring Semester
- RON 603: Radiation Biology for Medical Dosimetry (2 credits, M.S.; 2 credits, Cert.)
- RON 811: Medical Dosimetry Practicum II (6 credits, M.S.; 6 credits, Cert.)
- RON 611: Radiation Oncology Physics II (3 credits, M.S.; 3 credits, Cert.)
- RON 621: Seminar in Medical Dosimetry II (M.S. Only) (3 credits, M.S.; N/A, Cert.)
- Total: 14 credits (M.S.); 11 credits (Cert.)
Summer Semester
- RON 605: Quality and Safety in Radiotherapy (2 credits, M.S.; 2 credits, Cert.)
- RON 812: Medical Dosimetry Practicum III (6 credits, M.S.; 6 credits, Cert.)
- RON 622: Seminar in Medical Dosimetry III (M.S. Only) (2 credits, M.S.; N/A, Cert.)
- Total: 10 credits (M.S.); 8 credits (Cert.)
Total Credits
- Total credits for M.S. program: 38
- Total credits for Certificate program: 30
Curriculum and Requirements
The program includes coursework, practicum, and research opportunities to prepare students for a career in medical radiation dosimetry. The curriculum is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in medical radiation dosimetry, including clinical oncology, radiation biology, radiation oncology physics, and medical dosimetry practicum.
Course Descriptions
- RON 601: Clinical Oncology and Anatomy for Medical
- RON 810: Medical Dosimetry Practicum I
- RON 610: Radiation Oncology Physics I
- RON 620: Seminar in Medical Dosimetry I (M.S. Only)
- RON 603: Radiation Biology for Medical Dosimetry
- RON 811: Medical Dosimetry Practicum II
- RON 611: Radiation Oncology Physics II
- RON 621: Seminar in Medical Dosimetry II (M.S. Only)
- RON 605: Quality and Safety in Radiotherapy
- RON 812: Medical Dosimetry Practicum III
- RON 622: Seminar in Medical Dosimetry III (M.S. Only)
Student Handbook
The student handbook provides detailed information about the program, including curriculum, requirements, and policies.
Training Sites
The program includes training opportunities at various sites, providing students with hands-on experience in medical radiation dosimetry.
Tuition and Financial Support
Information about tuition and financial support is available upon request.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently asked questions about the program are answered in the FAQ section.
Program Contacts
Program contacts are available to answer questions and provide information about the program.
