Clinical Science (Med Physics/Physio Sci) MSc
Clinical Science (pathways in Medical Physics and Physiological Sciences) MSc
Part time: 36 months, 60 months maximum
Profile
This accredited course co-ordinates specialist contributions from clinical scientists, consultants, clinical networks and departments. It uses facilities from Newcastle University and Newcastle Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. The course offers specialist pathways in medical physics and physiological sciences and is available to the healthcare science workforce and through competitive national recruitment.
This specialist course runs under the NHS Scientist Training Programme (STP) and is accredited by the National School for Healthcare Science Accreditation Unit. Combining academic and workplace learning, the formal teaching element is delivered through structured residential teaching blocks and online study.
Due to the unique nature of this course full information is available on our Faculty of Medical Sciences website.
Pathway
There are two pathways:
Medical Physics offers specialisms in:
- radiotherapy physics
- radiation safety physics
- imaging with ionising radiation
- imaging with non-ionising radiation
Physiological Sciences offers specialisms in:
- cardiac science
- vascular science
- gastrointestinal physiology
- urodynamic science
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Modules
Medical Physics pathway
Within the Medical Physics pathway, there are four specialisms. Modules within the different specialisms can be found below:
Modules for 2017 entry
Physiological Sciences pathway
Physiological Sciences pathway
Within the Physiological Sciences pathway, there are five specialisms. Modules within the different specialisms can be found below:
Modules for 2017entry
Module changes
Module changes
Modules change annually to take account of:
- changing staff expertise
- developments in the discipline
- the requirements of external bodies and partners
- student feedback.
Most module information for 2018 entry will be available from mid-May 2018.
Entry Requirements
There are two routes to study the courses, both through the National School of Healthcare Science (NSHCS):
- direct entry route: competitive entry through national recruitment
- in-service entry route: if you work in an existing healthcare science workforce, with the agreement of your employers
Full entry requirements are detailed on the NHS Careers website.
Find out the equivalent qualifications for your country.
Use the drop down above to find your country. If your country isn't listed please email: international.recruitment@ncl.ac.uk for further information.
English Language Requirements
Select an English language test from the list to view our English language entry requirements.
Please email us at international.recruitment@ncl.ac.uk for further information.
How to Apply
To study on these courses you will need to apply through the National School of Healthcare Science - Scientist Training Programme.
The site includes frequently asked questions about application and eligibility.
The Faculty of Medical Sciences website has further information about Medical Physics and Physiological Sciences pathways.
Contact
Clinical Science MSc
Faculty of Medical Sciences
NHS Healthcare Scientist Training Programme
MSc Clinical Science email: pgclinsci@ncl.ac.uk