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School of Health Sciences - Radiological Health Science Undergraduate Major


Programs of study are periodically updated to reflect changes in degree requirements, course names, and credit hours. For the most up-to-date information on programs of study, please contact one of our advisors in the Office of Student Services.

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Radiological health science is the field of study concerned with science and engineering practices that form the basis for the efficacious and safe use of radiation in industry, research and medicine. The B.S. degree with a major in Radiological Health prepares you for entry-level positions in industry, medical centers, government, and education. The pre-medicine track is recommended for students that plan to apply to medical school. The honors track is recommended for students who intend to pursue M.S. or Ph.D. studies in medical physics, health physics, or other radiation sciences.

Plans of study

Students that successfully complete the 073 Health Physics plan of study are eligible to apply for entry into the School of Health Science's accelerated (1 year) M.S. program in Health Physics or in Nuclear Engineering and Radiological Health Science. Students completing the 073 plan of study are also well prepared to pursue a Ph.D. in Health Physics.

Students that successfully complete the 07R Pre-Medicine plan of study are eligible to apply for entry into the School of Health Science's accelerated (1 year) M.S. or a Ph.D. in Medical Physics. Students interested in the Medical Physics program should read these notes about getting into the field and the program.

Acceptance into the M.S. and Ph.D. graduate programs in Health Physics, Medical Physics and Nuclear Engineering is competitive. To be considered for the graduate programs, students must meet the admission criteria of the Graduate School and complete an online graduate school application.

Accelerated M.S. Plans of Study

Ph.D. Plans of Study


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