Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Radiation Protection/Health Physics
Advance your knowledge of the benefits of radiation therapy technology in research and medicine while developing the critical skills to protect people and their environments from potential radiation hazards. The Bachelor of Science (BS) with an area of study in the Radiation Protection/Health Physics program at Thomas Edison State University (TESU) prepares you for a career as a radiation protection/health physics professional.
Our 120-credit online program includes specialized coursework in the fundamentals of radiation protection/health physics, personnel dosimetry, shielding/activation, measurement, instrumentation, biological effects of radiation and related prerequisite elements. 18 of your Area of Study credits must be from 3000/4000 level courses.
Program Details
Degree Requirements
The following courses are required for the BS degree with an area of study in Radiation Protection/Health Physics and can be fulfilled in either the General Education or Electives sections of the degree chart.
- Computer Concepts (CIS-1070) or above (3 credits)
- Statistics (3 credits)
- College Algebra (3 credits)
- Higher Level Math above College Algebra (3 credits)
- Physics I with Lab or Chemistry I with Lab (4 credits)
- Physics II with Lab or Chemistry II with Lab (4 credits)
- Chemistry I with Lab (4 credits)
- Chemistry II with Lab (4 credits)
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