Master of Applied Science (Medical Physics) in Brisbane Australia | Queensland University of Technology

Advance your professional journey in medical and health physics through QUT's Master of Applied Science (Medical Physics) program. Develop expertise in clinical medical scenarios while improving your ability to collaborate with healthcare teams. This qualification prepares you for roles across hospitals, health agencies, universities, and medical technology firms as a medical physicist, health specialist, or bioengineering professional. The program offers an early exit option with a Graduate Diploma of Applied Science (Medical Physics) and holds accreditation from the Australasian College of Physical Sciences and Engineers in Medicine (ACPSEM).Career opportunitiesGraduates qualify for positions in healthcare facilities, government health departments, academic institutions, and medical technology manufacturers. Professional titles may include medical physicist, radiation safety specialist, or biomedical engineer.Typical responsibilities for medical physics professionals involve:Implementing medical technologies including diagnostic software, ultrasound systems, radiation equipment, and computational tools.Conducting environmental monitoring to ensure workplace and community safety standards.Translating physics research into practical healthcare solutions.Overseeing equipment calibration, maintenance, and quality assurance.Industry accreditationThe Master of Applied Science (Medical Physics) is ACPSEM-accredited, providing graduates with academic credit toward the ACPSEM Training, Education, and Accreditation Program (TEAP). Master's graduates qualify for complete TEAP exemptions, while diploma holders receive partial coursework credit. TEAP is a five-year specialist training pathway leading to Medical Physicist certification. Additional information is available at www.acpsem.org.au.Career pathwaysRadiation safety officerMedical technology specialistClinical physicistResearch scientist