The Health Physics programme at Ankara University is a specialized degree that trains professionals to ensure radiation protection and safe use of ionizing radiation in medicine, industry, research, and environmental applications. The programme combines physics, radiation science, engineering and safety principles to provide students with knowledge of radiation physics, dosimetry, detection and measurement techniques, radiation protection standards, and radiobiology. Graduates are equipped to assess radiation risks, design shielding and protection systems, implement safety protocols in hospitals, nuclear facilities or research labs, and contribute to public health and environmental safety. The programme aims to produce qualified health physicists capable of handling radiation-related challenges with scientific rigor and responsibility.
Located in Ankara, within the context of nuclear science education, this programme benefits from experienced faculty, laboratory and instrumentation facilities, and integration with broader nuclear science and engineering disciplines. The interdisciplinary training — combining physics, engineering and health sciences — ensures students gain both theoretical grounding and practical skills required for radiation safety, environmental monitoring, and regulatory compliance. Health Physics represents a critical interface between science, public health, and technology, offering meaningful career paths in radiation protection and safety.
Key information
Key Facts
- Degree: Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Health Physics (or equivalent, depending on institutional regulation)
- Standard period of study: 8 semesters / 4 years (or as per program design)
- Location: Ankara, Türkiye
- Study Type: Undergraduate (full-time) or Graduate (if designed as master’s), depending on program track
- Admission semester: Fall (or as per university admission schedule)
- Area of study: Radiation Physics, Dosimetry, Radiation Protection & Safety, Nuclear Instrumentation, Radiobiology, Environmental & Medical Radiological Health
- Admission modus: National university admission procedures (SAY-type or relevant score type)
- Main language: English
Program Structure
Semester 1 – Foundations in Physics and Mathematics
- Calculus I & Mathematics for Physical Sciences
- General Physics I (Mechanics)
- Introductory Radiation Physics & Concepts of Ionizing Radiation
- Basic Chemistry / Materials Fundamentals
Semester 2 – Core Physical Sciences & Radiation Fundamentals
- Calculus II / Linear Algebra & Differential Equations
- General Physics II (Electromagnetism & Waves)
- Radiation Physics I – Atomic & Nuclear Physics Basics
- Laboratory Skills & Radiation Measurement Basics
Semester 3 – Dosimetry, Radiation Detection & Instrumentation
- Radiation Detection & Measurement Techniques
- Radiation Dosimetry & Shielding Principles
- Materials Science for Radiation Applications
- Computational Methods / Data Analysis for Radiation Studies
Semester 4 – Radiation Protection, Safety & Radiobiology
- Radiation Protection & Safety Regulations
- Radiobiology & Biological Effects of Radiation
- Environmental Radiation Monitoring & Radioactivity
- Medical Applications of Radiation & Radiological Safety
Semester 5 – Applied Radiation Systems & Nuclear Applications
- Nuclear Reactor Physics / Nuclear Systems (optional if relevant)
- Nuclear Instrumentation & Radiation Monitoring Systems
- Waste Management, Decontamination, Regulatory Frameworks
- Health Physics Laboratory / Practical Training
Semester 6 – Specialized Topics & Ethics / Public Health Integration
- Medical Physics & Diagnostic Imaging Safety
- Radiation Protection in Industry, Medicine, Research
- Occupational Radiation Safety & Public Health
- Elective / Seminar Course (e.g. Emergency Response, Environmental Radioprotection)
Semester 7 – Internship / Practice & Field Work
- Internship / Practical Training in Hospital, Nuclear Facility, Environmental Agency or Research Lab
- Field Measurements / Environmental Radiation Surveys
- Research Project Preparation
Semester 8 – Graduation Project & Professional Preparation
- Bachelor’s Thesis or Capstone Project (Radiation Safety Study, Environmental Radiation Assessment, Dosimetry Project, etc.)
- Seminar & Scientific Communication Skills
- Professional Ethics, Regulatory Standards & Career Preparation
Career Opportunities
Graduates of Health Physics are qualified to work in medical sectors (hospitals, radiology, nuclear medicine), nuclear power plants, research laboratories, environmental monitoring agencies, regulatory authorities, radiation protection and safety consultancies, industry (where radioactive materials are used), public health institutions, and academic / research organizations.
Why Choose This Program
Choosing Health Physics means committing to a field that bridges physics, health, environment and safety — playing an essential role in protecting people and ecosystems from radiation risks while enabling beneficial uses of radiation in medicine, energy, research and industry.
As demand for radiation protection professionals grows globally (in healthcare, nuclear energy, environmental monitoring, research etc.), this programme offers a future-oriented, socially significant career path — balancing scientific rigor with public responsibility.
Contact Information
Ankara University – Institute of Nuclear Sciences
Department of Health Physics
06100 Tandoğan, Ankara, Türkiye
Tel: +90 312 212 85 77
Fax: +90 312 215 33 07
Email: healthphysics@ankara.edu.tr
Student Affairs – Institute of Nuclear Sciences
06100 Tandoğan, Ankara, Türkiye
Tel: +90 312 212 85 77 (Student Affairs Desk)
Fax: +90 312 215 33 07
Email: ogrenciisleri@nukbilimler.ankara.edu.tr
International / Exchange Office – Ankara University
Dögol Caddesi, 06100 Tandoğan, Ankara, Türkiye
Tel: +90 312 212 60 40
Fax: +90 312 213 67 47
Email: international@ankara.edu.tr
