Medical Physics, Minor
The University of Denver's minor in medical physics is ideal for students considering medical, dental or other bio-related graduate schools or health-related careers in the sciences and engineering. After completing a year of introductory physics, students are required to complete the following two courses:
- Physics of the Body, which relies on basic physics principles to promote an understanding of the function of the body's various organ systems;
- Medical Imaging Physics, which explores common diagnostic techniques used in medicine, such as ultrasound, x-rays, and MRI, and their interaction with the human body.
The specialized knowledge possessed by experts in medical physics is increasingly essential as advanced specialized treatment methods such as radiation oncology and medical imaging become more common. The minor in medical physics will help you prepare to effectively utilize the variety of technological advances that are redefining modern approaches to healthcare.
The University of Denver's minor in medical physics is ideal for students considering medical, dental or other bio-related graduate schools or health-related careers in the sciences and engineering.
After completing a year of introductory physics, students are required to complete the following two courses:
- Physics of the Body, which relies on basic physics principles to promote an understanding of the function of the body's various organ systems;
- Medical Imaging Physics, which explores common diagnostic techniques used in medicine, such as ultrasound, x-rays, and MRI, and their interaction with the human body.
