Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Radiation Protection

The benefits of radiation in research and medicine are endless. The Bachelor of Science (BS) degree with an area of study in Radiation Protection at Thomas Edison State University (TESU) provides the critical skills you need to advance your career as a radiation safety personnel. Our 120-credit online program delivers the knowledge to help you ensure that radiation and radioactive materials are used safely in nuclear power plants, hospitals, and industrial and other research settings. 18 of your Area of Study credits must be from 3000/4000 level courses..

Degree Requirements

The following courses are required for the BS degree with an area of study in Radiation Protection 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)
• General Biology (3 credits)

How Students Earn Credit in the Area of Study: College credit is awarded for NRRPT certification, Navy Basic Nuclear Power School and ACE recommended company training. The remaining credits may be earned by Guided Study, Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) or classroom instruction.

Note: Courses listed in the Area of Study are offered as a guide. Other courses may also be considered appropriate for the program. The inclusion of similar courses must be reviewed by the Evaluation team. Students must submit their program plan for review to ensure that course selection is appropriate for the degree.