Health Physics (M.A.S.) at Illinois Institute of Technology
The Health Physics (M.A.S.) is a Master degree offered by Illinois Institute of Technology at its main campus in Chicago, United States of America. The program is delivered on campus as a Full Time course in English and requires approximately 2 years to complete. Students study at the university's main campus while gaining the knowledge and practical experience expected for this area of study. The next intake is available from August 22, 2027.
About Health Physics (M.A.S.)
This professional masters degree program delves into the knowledge and skills needed to enter the workforce as a highly trained health physics professional. Key skills to be accrued include applying radiation protection principles, implementing radiation protection programs, assessing radiation exposure and health risks, monitoring radiological release and environmental radiation, designing radiation controls and measurement devices, and developing radiation protection measures for regulatory compliance.
The degree is ideal for working professionals as all coursework, with the exception of a week-long instrumentation course and an optional radiochemistry lab course, can be taken online. The program also focuses on developing skills needed to succeed as a professional, such as project management, public speaking, and team leadership. Specializations include Radiochemistry and Radiological Security, Emergency Preparedness and Response.
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Requirements and Admission Criteria for Health Physics (M.A.S.) at Illinois Institute of Technology
Entry Requirements
Applicants must have completed coursework in calculus, or a calculus-based physics sequence. A course in modern physics, especially some basic quantum mechanics, is recommended.
A bachelors degree in physics, chemistry, biology, or engineering is required with an overall GPA of 3.0/4.0.
GRE scores: 304 (quantitative + verbal), 2.5 (analytic writing)
English Requirements
- PTEMin 48
- IELTSMin 6
- TOEFLMin 71
English Program Requirements
International students who fit into any of the following categories will be considered to have met the requirement:
- Residents of a country where English is the only official language and who is a native English speaker
- Graduates of U.S. high schools
- Completed the equivalent of Iowa State’s English 150 or 250 with a grade of B or better at an accredited U.S. 2 year or 4 year college or university.
CONDITIONAL ADMISSION
If you meet all admission requirements but do not meet our English proficiency requirements, Iowa State offers conditional admission to attend our Intensive English and Orientation Program (IEOP). If you would like to enroll in IEOP, on the application choose "I would like to enroll in Iowa State’s IEOP program before I begin the academic study.”
Career Opportunities after Completing Health Physics (M.A.S.)
Health physicists are employed in the following sectors: healthcare, nuclear energy, higher education, government, and the military. Job titles include:
- Radiation Safety Officer
- Medical Health Physicist
- Health and Safety Specialist
- Nuclear Licensing Specialist
- Environmental Health Physicist
- Nuclear Regulator
- Dosimetrist
Tuition and Fee Information for Health Physics (M.A.S.) at Illinois Institute of Technology
United States of America, Chicago