Apply physics-based concepts and methodologies to make a meaningful difference in medical and health fields.The PhD degree is centred on conducting original research. Graduates of the PhD program are prepared for careers requiring advanced independent research and teaching in academia, cancer centres, research hospitals, government and industry.Program milestonesestablishing a faculty supervisory committeepreparing, presenting, and defending a dissertation research proposalpassing an oral candidacy examinationcompleting dissertation research and writing, and defending the work
Which department am I in?
Irving K. Barber Faculty of Science
Study options
Full Time
(2 Years)
Tuition fees
CAD$9,500.19 (US$ 6,829)
per year
Start date
September 2027
Venue
UBC Okanagan Campus
3333 University Way,
Kelowna,
British Columbia (BC),
V1V 1V7, Central Okanagan, Canada
Entry requirements
For international students
PhD applicants are expected to:hold the academic equivalent of a two-year masters degree from UBC in medical physics or a related field, with a B+ (76%) average or better,demonstrate clear evidence of research ability or potentialYour background training must be sufficient for advanced work in your chosen field.