Radiation Biology
M.Sc.
Overview
The interdisciplinary degree program Radiation Biology covers all the relevant aspects of radiation, including molecular biology, genetics, cancer biology, immunology, radiation-induced early and late morbidities epidemiology, radiation physics and dosimetry, and radiation protection.
The program focuses on the medical uses of radiation and cancer research.
Which further expertise and skills will I acquire?
Radiation biology explores both the biological basis of the therapeutic application of radiation, especially in cancer, and the risks associated with the use of ionizing radiation in medicine and technology. The program, therefore, teaches the following disciplines and competencies:
- Cell and Molecular Biology
- Cytogenetics
- Immunology
- Tumor Biology and Carcinogenesis
- Pathophysiology
- Radiation Physics
- Imaging
- Clinical and Experimental Radiation Oncology
- Epidemiology
- Radiation Protection
- Research Management
- Ethical awareness
Which professional opportunities can I take up with this qualification?
Graduates act primarily as translational researchers in radiation biology at the interface between research and clinical practice. They are an important driving force for further developments in preclinical research of innovative methods in nuclear medicine, radiology, and radiation oncology. In addition, graduates can assume an essential role as professionally qualified advisors and communicators who can discuss and evaluate current topics regarding radiation in the dialogue between science and society and between medicine and the authorities.
Structure
The master's program in Radiation Biology is designed for four semesters with 120 CP. The first two semesters consist of mandatory modules that build the foundations for radiation biology. Both semesters are supplemented by practical work.
The mandatory modules build on each other in the semesters, thus providing a set module structure.
The elective area includes the research internship, the support electives for core skills, and the in-depth options in the third semester, which can be clinical and experimental radiation oncology, imaging in radiation research, or advanced molecular radiation biology.
In the fourth semester, students will work on a master's thesis.
Costs
Tuition
HK$97,347.36
(international)
HK$0.00
(home)
Funding
Admissions
Qualifications
Selection takes place through an aptitude assessment procedure. The aptitude assessment is a two-part procedure after the submission of an official application to a program. In this procedure, the TUM school determines whether you meet the specific requirements for its Master’s degree program.
In the initial stages, the grades you obtained during your Bachelor’s program, as well as your written documents, will be evaluated using a point system. Depending on the amount of points accumulated, applicants are either immediately admitted, rejected, or invited to an admissions interview.
Language requirements
TOEFL
88