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Bachelor of Science

Physics: Medical and Health Physics Emphasis (B.S.)

Medical physics is the application of physics concepts in medicine and health care. A medical physicist may specialize in such areas as medical imaging, radiation therapies, health physics, and nuclear medicine.
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Medical Emphasis Introduction

The Physics Department offers students a solid foundation in both classical and modern physics. Medical emphasis students take an additional 12 credits in chemistry and biology. Laboratory courses are an important component of the physics program, giving students valuable skills and knowledge in many areas.

Faculty are always on hand to help guide students throughout their coursework and experiences on campus. Courses are specifically designed to allow for the maximum interaction possible to help students get to know the faculty on a more personal level. Students have the chance to be mentored towards a future career path that will be best suited and rewarding to them.

Highlighted Courses

If you are interested in Medical Physics, start with one of the following courses:
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PH 121
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PH 123
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BIO 264
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BIO 265
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PH 279
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PH 295
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PH 324
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Salary Outlook for BYUI Graduates

Explore earnings data for BYU-Idaho graduates in phyiscs-related fields.

1 year

$39,242

Average Salary

5 years

$85,137

Average Salary

Career Possibilities for Medical and Health Physics

Graduates with a degree in Physics, with an emphasis in Medical, have a wide array of rewarding careers before them. Check out some of the top careers students get with this degree or explore more career options in I-Plan.

Career Options

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Dive Deeper Into Medical and Health Physics

Explore helpful articles about this major, including career paths, skills, and opportunities. Get the insight you need to make an informed decision about your future at BYU-Idaho.

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August 21, 2026 10:35 AM
If you want to pursue a career in healthcare but prefer analytical problem-solving, technology, and research over traditional patient care, you might be considering the medical and health physics emphasis. This field allows you to apply physical science to medicine, but you do not need a biology degree to get started.
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August 21, 2026 10:26 AM
You might be surprised to learn that the difference emphases of the physics program are pretty similar. While five options might feel a lot, they only differ by the addition of a handful of courses. The core program is the same. Physics deals with advanced math, scientific principles, and the study of energy and matter.
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AI in Academics

At BYU-Idaho, we are strategically integrating Artificial Intelligence to enhance academic excellence and prepare our students for an evolving world.

AI in Physics
You will learn to ethically apply AI tools for data analysis, information retrieval, and coding to enhance your research efficiency. We emphasize using AI as a supplement to human ingenuity, ensuring you understand both its powerful capabilities and its limitations.
Advance Knowledge, Enhancing Learning, and Developing Workforce Readiness
AI in Academics means learning to advance knowledge, enhancing learning, and developing workforce readiness through tools that support (not replace) your effort and integrity.

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