the biological and medical physics  program emphasizes the application of physics to biology and medicine. students will study courses such as biophysics of excitable cells, radioactivity and radiation interactions, molecular biophysics, and clinical applications of physics in medicine, building a solid knowledge base for careers in clinical research and health services. the program provides an excellent background for careers in the expanding interdisciplinary research laboratories of government and industry, as well as a starting point for a career in medical physics. completion of the program at an appropriate level will qualify a student to pursue postgraduate studies in biophysics, medical physics and related areas of physics.

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a principal aim of the co-op program in biological and medical physics is to facilitate the transition of students from academic studies to a professional career by enhancing the integration of theory and practice.