The Master’s in Physical Sciences - Biomedical Physics at
University of Pavia
is a
2
years
long
program for international students,
taught in English.
📖Introduction
The University of Pavia stands as one of the world's oldest academic institutions, known for its strong emphasis on research and academic excellence. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs across various disciplines, including humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, engineering, and medicine. With a strong commitment to providing students with a comprehensive and intellectually stimulating learning environment, the University of Pavia continues to uphold its reputation as a leading institution for higher education.
The University of Pavia's academic community is characterized by its distinguished faculty, innovative research initiatives, and state-of-the-art facilities. Students benefit from a dynamic educational experience that combines rigorous academic training with practical skills development, preparing them for successful careers in their chosen fields. The university's vibrant campus life, historical heritage, and strong ties to the local community contribute to a well-rounded and enriching academic journey for students from all walks of life.
The Master’s degree in Physical Sciences – Biomedical Physics is a track (curriculum) of the Master’s degree program in Physical Sciences offered by the University of Pavia. This Master’s Degree Program is entirely taught in English language. To attend this Master’s Degree Program, a solid knowledge of Modern Physics and in its theoretical, experimental and application-oriented aspects is required, together with a solid mastery of the scientific method of investigation. It is also necessarily required to possess an in-depth knowledge of measuring instruments and data analysis techniques, as well as the necessary knowledge of mathematical and IT support tools.
The Master’s degree in Physical Sciences – Biomedical physics curriculum provides physical, biological and radiobiological knowledge, calculation tools, physical techniques and skills on instrumentation and mathematical methods also used in hospitals and medical industry.
The program focuses on basic and applied research in fields such as: medical diagnostics (for example with the development of imaging techniques, such as magnetic resonance, PET, SPECT and CT, or sensors for monitoring vital signs or therapies through measurement of suitable biomarkers); clinical therapy (for example with the study and development of advanced radiotherapy techniques, such as hadrontherapy, neutron capture therapy and oncological hyperthermia); dosimetry and ionizing and non-ionizing radiation protection.
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The University of Pavia, a renowned institution nestled in the historic city of Pavia, Italy, stands as a beacon of academic distinction and cultural heritage. With its origins dating back to the 14th century, the university has cultivated a legacy of intellectual pursuit and research excellence. Offering a diverse array of undergraduate and postgraduate programs spanning various disciplines, including humanities, sciences, engineering, and medicine, the university fosters a rich and comprehensive learning environment. Students benefit from a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical skills, equipping them for successful careers and contributions to society. The University of Pavia's commitment to fostering a vibrant academic community, combined with its emphasis on cutting-edge research and global collaboration, cements its position as a distinguished center for higher education and scholarly achievement.
🏠 Accommodation
You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.
You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.
How to book:
Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let
us
know your choice when you apply).
Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before
arriving. You
can arrive a few days before and
book it
You are not eligible to apply to this program because:
The minimum age is 18.
English fluency is required.
You need to be either:
- A native English speaker
- Studied a degree in English before
- Can demonstrate a high level of English
- Having an English certificate such as IELTS level 6 or TOEFL 95 and above is an advantage.
Minimum education level: Bachelor's.
The program is quite competitive, you need to have a high grades of
Average B, 60%,
or a high GPA.
All students from all countries are eligible to apply to this program.
Please choose the programs here
,
"You
are advised to select 2-3 programs to increase your chances of
getting accepted.
Required Documents:
Passport
Graduation certificate
Passport size photo
Official transcript
Personal statement
English certificate (You can take the English test online)
Guarantor letter
2 Recommendation letters
Preparing documents:
You can start your application now and send the application
documents
during
your application. Some documents you can
send later if you don’t have them right away. Some more info
about
preparing
application documents is here
Applying Online is simple in just a few steps. More information
is
available
here.
The first steps are to choose the programs, pay the application
fee and
upload
the application documents.
Once submitted to Global Admissions, we will review your
application within
2-3
days and proceed to the university or ask
you for further clarification
After it has been processed to the university you will receive
your unique
application ID from each university.
The university may contact you directly for further questions.
We will then follow up each week with the university for updates.
As soon as
there is any update we will let you know.
If you have made other plans, decide to withdraw / change
address at any
time
please let us know.
After you have been accepted you will receive your admissions
letter
electronically and asked to pay the non-refundable
deposit to the university.
Once you have paid the deposit the university will issue you the
admissions
letter and visa form to your home country.
