Academic Overview
Program Overview
Medical physicists apply the principles of physics to healthcare. They plan and
verify radiation treatment for cancer patients, make sure imaging machines such as
X-ray, CT, MRI, ultrasound, PET-CT and SPECT are accurate and safe, and protect
patients, staff and the public from radiation hazards. Diagnosis and treatment now
depend so heavily on technology that professionals who can handle sophisticated
machinery and advanced protocols are in high demand.
The M.Sc. Medical Physics at Chirayu follows the proposed national �One India One
Curriculum� pathway: a two-year M.Sc. followed by a one-year structured clinical
residency, which is the mandatory professional training for clinical practice in
radiotherapy, diagnostic imaging and nuclear medicine.
In India, the Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (AERB) requires radiation facilities to
employ qualified medical physicists and Radiological Safety Officers. There are
around 3,700 qualified medical physicists in the country today, and 27 universities
run recognized programs.
Core Strengths
Program Highlights
M.Sc. plus residency: Two years of academic study (4 semesters)
and a mandatory one-year clinical residency, with up to 2 months allowed as
externship.
Three clinical areas: Residency postings in radiotherapy,
diagnostic imaging and nuclear medicine, with practical work in equipment
calibration, QA, treatment planning, imaging analysis and radiation safety
audits.
Modern, future-facing content: Artificial intelligence and
machine learning, Monte Carlo simulation, data science, and health technology
assessment are part of the program.
Competency-based learning: Classroom teaching, practical labs,
simulators and videos, with virtual learning limited to 10% of program hours.
Digital logbook: Every competency, procedure and performance
evaluation is tracked during clinical training.
Exit evaluation: An exit examination at the end of residency,
with 50% external assessment for fairness and credibility.
Admission
Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
| Qualification |
First Class in B.Sc. Physics with Mathematics as
an ancillary subject |
| Minimum marks |
At least 60% or 6.5 CGPA with Physics as the
major |
| Physics courses |
Candidates with a B.Sc. (Science) must have completed at least five
of: Mechanics, Electricity and Magnetism, Thermodynamics, Optics,
Electronics, Solid State Physics and Nuclear Physics |
| Minimum age |
20 years on the date of admission, or as notified for the year |
| Medium of instruction |
English |
Curriculum Matrix
Key Features of the Program
What you will learn
Radiotherapy physics: dosimetry, calibration, quality assurance and treatment
planning
Radiation measurement and standardisation, including IAEA protocols
Medical imaging physics: X-ray, CT, MRI, ultrasound, PET-CT and SPECT
Nuclear medicine physics and radionuclide dosimetry
Radiation protection, shielding calculations and regulatory compliance
Computational skills: AI and machine learning, Monte Carlo methods and data
analytics
Anatomy, physiology, tumour pathology and radiation biology
Research methodology, professional ethics and health technology assessment
How it is delivered
| Component |
Details |
| M.Sc. duration |
2 years, 4 semesters, 100 credits and 2,650 marks |
| Semester 1 |
Nuclear and radiation physics, non-ionising radiation, medical
electronics, anatomy and tumour pathology, radiation detectors,
electronics lab |
| Semester 2 |
Applied mathematical physics, quantum mechanics, physics of medical
imaging, physics of radiotherapy, nuclear medicine I, imaging lab,
professional ethics |
| Semester 3 |
Treatment planning in radiation oncology, nuclear medicine II,
radiation dosimetry, radiation biology, research methodology,
dosimetry lab |
| Semester 4 |
Radiation protection, radiation hazard evaluation and control,
seminar and a 7-credit project |
| Residency |
1 year (32 credits), mandatory |
Pathways beyond the M.Sc.: A Ph.D. in Medical Physics (minimum 3
years full-time) for research and academic leadership.
Career Streams
Placement Opportunities
Medical physicists are employed in healthcare centers, research institutions,
health-care companies and regulatory authorities. The handbook maps a career ladder
in each stream.
| Stream |
Roles |
| Clinical (private and
corporate hospitals) |
Medical Physicist, then Senior Medical Physicist / Consultant (after
5 years as Clinical Physicist), then Deputy Chief Medical Physicist
/ Senior Consultant (after 10 years) |
| Scientific and research
organizations |
Scientist or Scientific Officer C, D, E, F and above, in
organizations such as DAE, DRDO, ISRO and ICMR |
| Academic |
Demonstrator, Assistant Professor and above, teaching medical
physics, radiotherapy, radio-diagnosis, nuclear medicine and
technology programs |
| Radiation safety |
Radiological Safety Officer (RSO) in institutions handling radiation
sources, subject to AERB requirements |
To start a career, registration as a Medical Physicist under NCAHP and/or AERB is
required, along with an M.Sc. in Medical or Radiological Physics from an AERB/NCAHP
recognized institution.
Employment Sectors
Top Recruiting Sectors
Cancer hospitals and radiotherapy centers
Treatment planning, dosimetry, machine calibration and quality assurance
Diagnostic imaging centers
Imaging quality control for X-ray, CT, MRI, ultrasound and PET-CT
Nuclear medicine departments
Radionuclide dosimetry and radiopharmaceutical quality control
Research institutions
DAE, DRDO, ISRO and ICMR style scientific organizations
Health-care technology companies
Equipment and technology firms linked to radiation-based healthcare
Regulatory authorities
Radiation safety and compliance bodies, including AERB-related roles
Universities and medical colleges
Teaching and research in medical physics and allied programs
Institutional Advantages
Why Choose Chirayu
01
A national curriculum:
Aligned with the NCAHP Competency Based Curriculum for Medical Physics.
02
Clinical training built in:
A full-year residency across radiotherapy, imaging and nuclear medicine.
03
Regulation-ready:
Training is designed around AERB safety codes and licensing requirements.
04
Technology-forward:
AI, Monte Carlo methods and data analytics sit alongside core physics.
05
A small, specialised field:
Only around 3,700 qualified medical physicists serve the whole country.
06
Room to grow:
Move on to a Ph.D., senior clinical roles, research organizations or
academia.
07
Practical Training & Clinical Exposure:
4 In-House Hospitals equipped with Advanced Clinical Facilities for Hands-On
Practical Training & Clinical Exposure
08
Learning:
Well-Equipped Laboratories for Practical Learning
09
Faculty:
Experienced & Qualified Faculty
10
Infrastructure:
State-of-the-Art Infrastructure for a great Learning experience
Source: Competency Based Curriculum for Medical Physics, National
Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions, Ministry of Health and Family
Welfare. Fees, seats, intake dates and recognition are as notified by Chirayu
University.