Technological advances and developments in medicine, particularly in radiology, oncology (radiotherapy) and nuclear medicine, have created a demand for qualified medical physicists to manage and monitor the medical usage of radiation in all its forms. In 1998, Universiti Malaya launched the Master of Medical Physics programme to meet this growing need. Over 200 graduates have graduated from this programme thus far.
The programme is accredited by the Institute of Physics and Engineering in Medicine (IPEM), United Kingdom since 2002. At present, the University of Malaya programme is the only one outside the British Isles (United Kingdom and Ireland) to receive such recognition.
This programme provides postgraduate training in clinical applications of physics in medicine and biology, particularly with regard to ionizing electromagnetic radiation. The main areas of focus are the planning, quality control and safety considerations for medical imaging (general x-ray machines, CT scanners, MRI scanners, ultrasound scanners, etc.), nuclear medicine imaging (gamma cameras, SPECT scanners, etc.) and radiotherapy (linear accelerator, brachytherapy equipment, etc.)
This programme trains and equips students to take up professional positions in education, research and service orientated positions in hospitals, government agencies, laboratories, the medical industry and the nuclear technology industry.
Program Educational Objectives (PEOs)
PEO 1 | Graduan yang mampu melaksanakan prosedur-prosedur khas fizik perubatan dan program jaminan kualiti dalam perkhidmatan klinikal dengan tahap kecekapan dan keyakinan yang tinggi. Graduates who perform specialized medical physics procedures and quality assurance programme in clinical services with a high level of competency and confidence. |
PEO 2 | Graduan yang disokong oleh kefahaman pengetahuan teori yang kukuh, pemikiran kritis, kemahiran kreatif dan inovatif serta dapat menjana penyelesaian baharu kepada masalah praktikal. Graduates who are buttressed by strong theoretical knowledge, critical thinking, creative and innovative skills and are able to generate new solutions to practical problems. |
PEO 3 | Graduan yang menyumbang secara profesional kepada pembangunan sosial, teknologi dan ekonomi di peringkat nasional dan antarabangsa. Graduates who contributes professionally to social, technological and economic development both nationally and internationally. |
Programme Learning Outcome(s) (PLO)
At the end of the programme, graduates are able to:
No. | Programme Learning Outcome(s) (PLO) | MQF Clusters of Learning Outcomes* (CLS1/CLS2/ CLS3a/CLS3b/CLS3c/CLS3d/ CLS4/CLS5) | Taxonomy Category (K/P/A)* |
PLO1 | Mengintegrasikan prinsip fizik dalam bidang perubatan (PEO1) Integrate the physics principles in the field of medicine | CLS1 | K |
PLO2 | Menjana penyelesaian kepada masalah dalam bidang fizik perubatan dengan menggunakan kemahiran pemikiran saintifik dan kritikal (PEO2); Generate solutions to problems in the field of medical physics by using scientific and critical thinking skills | CLS2 | K |
PLO3 | Melaksanakan kemahiran praktikal dalam bidang fizik perubatan (PEO1); Execute the practical skills in the field of medical physics | CLS3a | P/A |
PLO4 | Menjelaskan penemuan fizik perubatan yang berkaitan dengan rakan sekerja dan pihak berkepentingan (PEO2); Explain relevant medical physics knowledge and findings to colleagues and stakeholders | CLS3b | A |
PLO5 | Mengaplikasikan kaedah statistik yang sesuai untuk menganalisis dan menilai data dalam kerja fizik perubatan (PEO1); Apply appropriate statistical methods to analyze and evaluate data in medical physics work | CLS3c | K/P |
PLO6 | Menunjukkan kualiti kepimpinan dalam bidang fizik perubatan melalui komunikasi dan bekerja secara berkesan dengan rakan sekerja dan pihak berkepentingan (PEO3); Demonstrate leadership qualities in the field of medical physics through communication and working effectively with colleagues and stakeholders
| CLS3d | P/A |
PLO7 | Mengintegrasikan pembelajaran sepanjang hayat dalam bidang fizik perubatan (PEO2) Integrate lifelong learning in the field of medical physics | CLS4 | A |
PLO8 | Mematuhi kod etika profesional fizik perubatan (PEO3); Adhere with the medical physics professional code of ethics | CLS5 | A |
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One calendar year (3 semesters), beginning September/October
Intake Schedule: Twice a year in months of October and March
English is used during lectures, tutorials, practical sessions and examinations.
(i) Bachelor's degree in the field of Medical Physics / Physics / Applied Physics / Biomedical Engineering / Nuclear Science, with a GPA of not less than 3.00; Or
(ii) Bachelor's degree in a related field of Physical Science/Engineering, with a GPA of not less than 3.00 and having at least two (2) years of relevant work experience; Or
(iii) Bachelor's Degree in the field of Medical Physics / Physics / Applied Physics / Biomedical Engineering / Nuclear Science, with a GPA of 2.70 to 2.99 and meets at least one (1) of the following criteria:
(A) is a graduate of the Universiti Malaya;
(B) have at least one (1) year of work experience in the relevant field;
(C) produce publications in relevant fields;
(D) scholarship recipients;
(E) is an employee of a government agency;
(F) pass the interview by the Faculty; or
(G) pass the Faculty's special assessment;
Or
(iv) Bachelor's degree in Physical Science/ Engineering, with a GPA of 2.70 to 2.99 and having at least two (2) years of relevant work experience and meeting at least one (1) of the following criteria:
(A) is a graduate of the Universiti Malaya;
(B) produce publications in relevant fields;
(C) scholarship recipient;
(D) is an employee of a government agency;
(E) pass the interview by the Faculty; or
(F) pass the Faculty's special assessment
Or
(v) Bachelor's degree in the field of Medical Physics / Physics / Applied Physics / Biomedical Engineering / Nuclear Science, with a GPA of 2.50 to 2.69 and meets at least one (1) criteria (for UM graduate applicants) or two (2) criteria ( for non-UM graduate applicants) listed below:
(A) have at least one (1) year of work experience in the relevant field;
(B) produce publications in relevant fields;
(C) scholarship recipient;
(D) is an employee of a government agency;
(E) pass the interview by the Faculty; or
(F) pass the Faculty's special assessment
Or
(vi) Bachelor's degree in a related field of Physical Science/ Engineering, with a GPA of 2.50 to 2.69 and having at least two (2) years of relevant work experience and meeting at least one (1) criteria (for UM graduate applicants) or two (2) criteria (for non-UM graduate applicants) listed below:
(A) produce publications in relevant fields;
(B) scholarship recipients;
(C) is an employee of a government agency;
(D) pass the interview by the Faculty; or
(E) pass the Faculty's special assessment;
Or
(vii) Bachelor's degree in the field of Medical Physics / Physics / Applied Physics / Biomedical Engineering / Nuclear Science, with a GPA of 2.00 to 2.49 and meets at least one (1) criteria (for UM graduate applicants) or two (2) criteria ( for applicants who are not UM graduates) listed
the following:
(A) have at least five (5) years of work experience in the relevant field;
(B) has produced at least one (1) publication in a refereed journal in a relevant field;
(C) pass the Faculty interview (mandatory for applicants who are not UM graduates); Or
(D) pass the Faculty's special assessment.
Or
(viii) Bachelor's degree recognized by the Senate with a GPA of at least 2.50 or equivalent AND must follow additional courses set by the Faculty
(ix) other qualifications approved by the Senate from time to time.
(1) Non-Malaysian candidates who obtained their degree from a university or higher education institution that does not use English as the medium of instruction for the degree, are required to obtain the following minimum scores:
Jenis Kelayakan Bahasa Inggeris | Skor Minimum | ||
International English Language Testing (IELTS) | 6 | ||
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) | IBT (Centre based) | 60 | |
IBT Essentials | 8.5 | ||
Pearson Test of Academic English (PTE) | 59 | ||
Cambridge English Qualifications and Tests | B1 Preliminary, B2 First, C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency | 169 | |
Linguaskill Online | 169 | ||
Occupational English Test (OET) (Conventional/Online) | 250 | ||
(2) Non-citizen applicants with the following backgrounds are exempt from the prescribed English language qualification requirements:
(a) comes from a Country that uses English as the National Language;
(b) use an academic qualification from an institution that uses English as the medium of instruction entirely; or
(c) have studied in Malaysia and intend to continue their studies to a higher level subject to condition (b).
Pass the entrance assessment set by the Department.
Courses | Credits |
Core courses | |
Semester 1 | |
MQA7001 Research Methodology | 3 |
MQA7003 Anatomy and Physiology | 4 |
MQA7004 Computing and Medical Informatics | 3 |
MQA7005 Applied Radiation Physics and Dosimetry | 3 |
MQA7006 Radiobiology and Radiation Protection | 3 |
Semester 2 | |
MQA7002 Medical Physics Research Project | |
MQA7007 Medical Imaging and Nuclear Medicine | 4 |
MQA7008 Radiotherapy Physics | 3 |
Elective courses* | |
MQA7009 Introduction to Practicum in Medical Imaging | 2 |
MQA7010 Introduction to Practicum in Nuclear Medicine | 2 |
MQA7011 Introduction to Practicum in Radiotherapy | 2 |
| MQA7013 Artificial Intelligence and Data Analysis in Medical Physics | 2 |
(*Choose 2 out of 4) | |
Semester 3 | |
MQA7012 Medical Physics Research Project | 15 |
Total credits | 42 |
There will be clinical postings in Radiology, Nuclear Medicine and Clinical Oncology (Radiotherapy) for the whole duration of the programme. The objective of this posting is to give an overview of the role of a medical physicist in Radiology, Nuclear Medicine and Clinical Oncology (radiotherapy).
Please refer to:
https://study.um.edu.my/tuition-fee
Application can be done through https://study.um.edu.my/how-to-apply-master-rsquo-s-degree
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Updated: 17/07/2025