Medical Physics, Certificate
The Certificate in Medical Physics program offers a pathway to a career in medical physics for University of Pennsylvania predoctoral students, as well as individuals who have already earned a PhD in physics or a related field (e.g., engineering, computer science, or physical chemistry) and have completed a physics minor or its equivalent.
For more information: https://www.med.upenn.edu/mpp/certificate-for-penn-predoctoral-students.html
Curriculum
A total of six course units is required over two semesters.
The Certificate in Medical Physics provides students with a curriculum based on the recommendations of AAPM report #197S, which outlines the ideal training for a post-graduate education in medical physics. The coursework includes radiological physics, radiation protection, medical imaging, medical ethics/government regulation, anatomy and physiology, radiobiology, and the physics of radiation therapy.
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Course Units | |
| MPHY 6000 | Professional Development | 0.0 |
| MPHY 6010 | Introduction to Radiation Protection | 0.5 |
| MPHY 6020 | Physics of Medical / Molecular Imaging | 1.0 |
| MPHY 6030 | Image-Based Anatomy | 1.0 |
| MPHY 6040 | Radiological Physics | 1.0 |
| Course Units | 3.50 | |
| Spring | ||
| MPHY 6000 | Professional Development | 0.0 |
| MPHY 6050 | Medical Ethics / Governmental Regulation | 0.5 |
| MPHY 6060 | Physics of Radiation Therapy | 1 |
| MPHY 6070 | Radiation Biology | 1 |
| Course Units | 2.50 | |
| Total Course Units | 6.00 | |
The degree and major requirements displayed are intended as a guide for students entering in the Fall of 2026 and later. Students should consult with their academic program regarding final certifications and requirements for graduation.