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Register nowTransform the future of healthcare with Medical Physics at UCL
When you join a Medical Physics degree at UCL, you’ll become part of a vibrant, research-intensive community where physics meets medicine. You’ll gain a strong foundation in core physics and then specialise in how physics is applied in healthcare — from imaging and radiotherapy therapy to cutting-edge diagnostics and medical robotics.
Why choose UCL Medical Physics?
- World-leading departments: The programme is offered jointly by the Departments of UCL Physics & Astronomy and UCL Medical Physics & Biomedical Engineering — giving you unique access to research and innovation in both physics and medicine.
- Global research excellence: UCL is ranked 9th globally (QS World University Rankings 2026) and was rated 2nd in the UK for research power (REF 2021). You’ll be learning in an environment that’s pushing the boundaries of healthcare innovation.
- Real-world impact: Work on cutting-edge healthcare technologies — such as MRI, CT, ultrasound, and radiation therapy devices — through modules and major research projects that connect you with clinical settings and industry.
- Tailor your journey: Choose to study a 3-year BSc or a 4-year MSci degree. You’ll choose from advanced optional modules to shape your studies around your interests.
- Supportive and interactive learning: Smaller specialist classes, close engagement with staff, and opportunities for internships, student-ambassador schemes and research experience.
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I have so many fond memories of the last four years of my studies. I met so many inspirational people at UCL, both students and staff, and I really grew as a person as a result of studying in the Medical Physics Department. I am sad to see my studies come to an end, but I’ll always have the memories and know that I can count on the friends I’ve met along the way.
