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Master of Science in

Radiological Medical Physics

RMP-1

Radiological medical physics is an applied branch of physics concerned with the application of ionizing and non-ionizing radiation to the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Professionals in this area are involved with clinical service, consultation, teaching and research.

RMP-2

One major service is the planning of radiation treatments for cancer patients. Such treatments use external radiation beams or internal radioactive sources and optimize the tumor-to-healthy tissue dose ratio. An indispensable service is the accurate measurement of radiation output from sources employed in cancer therapy. Other important functions include the investigation of equipment performance, organization of quality control practices, design of radiation installations and control of medical radiation hazards. Such individuals often find their primary responsibilities in radiation therapy, nuclear medicine or diagnostic imaging areas.

How to Apply:

  1. Fill out an online application to the University of Kentucky’s Graduate School at www.research.uky.edu/gs/gsprocedure_onlineapp.html

    Note: The Graduate School will not begin to process your application until the application fee is paid.

  2. Have your official transcripts mailed to the following addresses:

    The Graduate School
    University of Kentucky
    Attn: Records Office
    The Gillis Building
    Lexington, KY 40506-0033

    Medical Physics Graduate Program
    Radiation Medicine
    Chandler Medical Center
    800 Rose Street, C109
    Lexington, KY 40536-0293
  3. Send 3 letters of recommendation (required) and a personal statement (optional) to:

    Medical Physics Graduate Program
    Radiation Medicine
    Chandler Medical Center
    800 Rose Street, C109
    Lexington, KY 40536-0293