The biomedical science Ph.D. in medical physics is housed in Oakland’s physics department. You’ll enjoy the first-rate amenities and faculty of a large research university, plus the collegiality, personalized training, and supportive relationships of a smaller institution.
According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment in the biomedical sciences is expected to grow 6 percent by 2030. Biomedical engineers earn a median annual salary of $92,620, while the median earnings for medical scientists are $91,510. Compensation is projected to grow 17 percent by 2030.
After completing the Ph.D. in biomedical sciences, you’ll be qualified for high-level jobs such as:
The biomedical sciences Ph.D. in medical physics requires 80 credits, including at least 20 credits of dissertation research. Foundational requirements include graduate coursework in theoretical physics, mathematical methods, biophysical sciences, and laboratory proficiency. Sample courses include:
You’ll complete the program with an original research project using state-of-the-art experimental or theoretical methods to study a problem of current interest.
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