Bachelor of Science in Applied Physics with Second Major in Medical Physics

Single Degree with 2nd Major

Explore the applications of modern physics for medicine and medical technologies.

Medical Physics is an important field of Applied Physics specializing in the development of new medical techniques and medical technologies. Subtopics include therapeutic medical physics, diagnostic medical physics, nuclear medicine physics and medical health physics. As medical services become more specialized and sophisticated, medical physicists are becoming an integral part of the modern healthcare industry.

In this Second Major programme, physics majors can specialize in four subfields of medical physics: diagnostic imaging, radiation therapy, biomedical devices and medical health services. The programme is run by NTU's School of Physical and Mathematical Sciences in partnership with the Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine.

Minimum Subject Requirements

Qualification Minimum Subject Requirements
Singapore-Cambridge GCE A-Level H2 Level passes in both Physics and Mathematics.
Applicants who did not read H2 Physics may also be admitted, subject to passing an admissions test.
Polytechnic Diploma Any diploma, subject to passing an admission test administered by the School of Physical and Mathematical Sciences.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Passes in Physics and Mathematics at Higher Level.
Applicants who did not read H2 Physics may also be admitted, subject to passing an admissions test.
NUS High School Diploma Major CAP of 2.0 in both Physics and Mathematics.
Applicants who did not read H2 Physics may also be admitted, subject to passing an admissions test.
Others (including international applicants) A good grade in Physics and Mathematics at the senior high school level, equivalent to the Singapore-Cambridge GCE A-Level or International Baccalaureate.

This is a full-time four-year Bachelor of Science programme. The following curriculum applies to students matriculating in 2022 or later. Click here to view the curricula for other matriculation years.

Programme Overview

TypeAU
Core Courses61 AU
Physics Major Prescribed Electives13 (8) AU
Interdisciplinary Collaborative Core: Common Core17 AU
Interdisciplinary Collaborative Core: Foundational Core10 (15)
Second Major Courses
22 AU of required physics, and biological sciences courses, at least 6AU from a selection of physics courses and at least 6 AU from a selection of non-physics courses.
34 AU

Broadening and Deepening Electives (BDE)
Can take BDEs from any offered School.

4
Total139 AU

Notes:

  • AU figures in brackets (x) indicate the number of AU if the semester internship is selected.
  • Must read either Final Year Project (PH4421) or Professional Internship (PH4420​).
  • A grade of A- or better in the Final Year Project is required to be eligible for Honours (Highest Distinction).