Thanks to this professional master’s degree you will design more efficient and robust systems, contributing significantly to the technological and scientific advancement of society"

Radiophysics in Engineering seeks to optimize and improve the efficiency of various systems, such as medical imaging equipment, taking advantage of physical fundamentals to innovate in the creation and improvement of technologies that have a direct impact on the daily life of the community. This branch of Physics specializes in the analysis of the properties of electromagnetic waves and their interaction with matter, with the purpose of designing efficient devices and systems in areas such as medicine.

TECH presents this professional master’s degree in Radiophysics, a comprehensive program that will analyze in depth the uses and fundamental principles of radiation in the field of Engineering. This program will immerse graduates in the detailed examination of the most advanced techniques for measuring radiation, including the thorough study of detectors, measurement units and calibration methods.

In addition to focusing on Radiobiology and its impact on biological tissues, this academic program will cover physical principles and clinical dosimetry, as well as the application of more advanced methods, such as Proton Therapy. Likewise, techniques such as Intraoperative Radiotherapy and Brachytherapy will be mastered, exploring their physical basis and relevance in various environments.

Likewise, the engineers will delve into the case of Radiophysical technology applied to diagnostic imaging, offering an exhaustive understanding of the physics behind medical images, a variety of imaging techniques and even dosimetry in radiodiagnosis. Likewise, fields such as magnetic resonance and ultrasound, which dispense with ionizing radiation, will be included. Finally, special emphasis will be placed on the development of safety measures, regulations and safe practices.

TECH has created a comprehensive program based on the revolutionary Relearningmethodology, focused on reinforcing key concepts to ensure a deep understanding of the content. In addition, graduates will only require an electronic device with an Internet connection to access all available resources.

As a Radiophysics specialist, you will optimize sensor performance and the quality of medical images. Enroll now!”  

This professional master’s degree in Radiophysics contains the most complete and up-to-date program on the market. Its most notable features are:

• The development of practical cases presented by experts in Radiophysics
• The graphic, schematic and practical contents of the book provide scientific and practical information on those disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Practical exercises where the self-assessment process can be carried out to improve learning
• Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies 
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

You will make use of the propagation, modulation and reception of electromagnetic waves for the quality of medical images, promoting higher quality diagnoses and treatments"  

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the sector who contribute their work experience to this training program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities. 

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive education programmed to learn in real situations. 

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the academic year For this purpose, the students will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.

With this 100% online program, you will effectively apply electromagnetic phenomena to the development of advanced systems and technologies"

You will combine your in-depth knowledge of physics with technical skills to design and optimize systems that revolutionize fields such as medicine"

This professional master’s degree aims to nurture engineers with the physical principles of electromagnetic waves, as well as their application in modern engineering. Through an amalgam of theory and practice, this program aims to forge professionals capable of designing revolutionary systems, from cutting-edge communication devices to medical advances. By embarking on this academic program, graduates will not only become experts at the interface between Physics and Engineering, but also agents of change, capable of leading technological breakthroughs that will set the tone for the next era of innovation.

The goal of TECH is to become a leader in the creation of technological solutions that open the doors to an innovative and promising future” 

General Objectives

• Analyze the basic interactions of ionizing radiation with tissues
• Establish the effects and risks of ionizing radiation at the cellular level
• Analyze elements of the measurement of photon and electron beams in external radiation therapy 
• Examine the quality control program 
• Identify the different planning techniques for external radiotherapy treatments
• Analyze the interactions of protons with matter  
• Examine radiation protection and radiobiology in Proton Therapy 
• Analyze the technology and equipment used in intraoperative radiation therapy 
• Examine the clinical outcomes of brachytherapy in different oncologic settings 
• Analyze the importance of radiation protection 
• Assimilate the existing risks derived from the use of ionizing radiation
• Develop the international regulations applicable to radiation protection

Specific Objectives

Module 1. Interaction of Ionizing Radiation with Matter

• Internalize the Bragg-Gray theory and the dose measured in air
• Develop the limits of the different dosimetric quantities
• Analyze the calibration of a dosimeter

Module 2. Radiobiology

• Assess the risks associated with the main medical exposures
• Analyze the effects of ionizing radiation interaction with tissues and organs
• Examine the various mathematical models available in radiobiology

Module 3. External Radiotherapy. Physical dosimetry 

• Examine the quality control program of external radiotherapy equipment

Module 4. External Radiotherapy. Clinical dosimetry

• Specify the different characteristics of the different types of external radiotherapy treatments
• Analyze the different verification systems for external radiotherapy plans, as well as the metrics used

Module 5. Advanced Radiotherapy Method. Proton therapy

• Analyze proton beams and their clinical use
• Evaluate the necessary requirements for the characterization of this radiotherapy technique
• Establish the differences of this modality with conventional radiotherapy

Module 6. Advanced Radiotherapy Method. Intraoperative radiotherapy

• Identify the main clinical indications for the application of intraoperative radiotherapy
• Analyze in detail the methods of dose calculation in intraoperative radiotherapy
• Examine the factors influencing patient and medical staff safety during intraoperative radiotherapy procedures

Module 7. Brachytherapy in the Field of Radiotherapy

• Examine the application of the Monte Carlo method in brachytherapy
• Evaluating planning systems using the TG 43 formalism
• Dose planning in Brachytherapy
• Identify and analyze the key differences between High Dose Rate (HDR) and Low Dose Rate (LDR) Brachytherapy

Module 8. Advanced Diagnostic Imaging

• Develop specialized knowledge about the operation of an X-ray tube and a digital  image detector
• Identify the different types of radiological images (static and dynamic), as well as the advantages and disadvantages offered by the various technologies currently available
• Analyze international quality control protocols for radiology equipment
• Delve into the fundamental aspects in the dosimetry of patients undergoing radiological tests

Module 9. Nuclear Medicine

• Distinguish between modes of image acquisition from a patient with a radiopharmaceutical
• Develop expertise on MIRD methodology in dosimetry

Module 10. Radiation Protection in Hospital Radioactive Facilities

• Determine the radiological risks present in hospital radioactive facilities, as well as the specific magnitudes and units applied in these cases
• Establish the concepts applicable to the design of a radioactive facility, knowing the main specific parameters

You will achieve your objectives thanks to TECH and this professional master’s degree, which has an extensive library, full of the most innovative multimedia resources"