Are you a young graduate of physics or related fields looking to advance your career in medical physics in a European country?  Unlock your potential with the Master of Advanced Studies in Medical Physics (MMP) programme, offered by a prestigious collaboration between the International Center for Theoretical Physics (ICTP)  and the University of Trieste.

This two-year intensive program, tailored for graduates in physics or related fields, especially from developing countries, offers theoretical and clinical training to prepare you as a clinical medical physicist in your home country.

In the first year, you will dive into a comprehensive curriculum of basic and advanced courses taught in English by experts from ICTP, the University of Trieste, the IAEA, and other renowned institutions. In the second year, you will gain invaluable hands-on experience through professional clinical training in leading Italian hospitals within ICTP  network.

Co-sponsored by IAEA and supported by esteemed organizations such as IOMP and EFOMP, this accredited programme ensures a solid foundation for your career in medical physics. Don’t miss this opportunity to make a meaningful impact in healthcare – apply now and take the first step towards a rewarding future!

Details:

Organizers:

• International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP)
• University of Trieste

Collaborating organizations:
– International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)
– IOM
– EFOMP

Deadline: 15 April 2026

Supported by: International Center for Theoretical Physics (ICTP) and Trieste University

Co-sponsored: IAEA, IOMP, EFOMP, Trieste hospital

Number of students: 30                                                                       Location: Italy

Level of study: Master degree                                                              Duration: two years

Instruction language: English                                                            Fields of study: Medical Physics
Field of study and research: Medical physics

Benefits of the scholarship:

• ICTP provides partial/full scholarships for a limited number of students:
• Fully Scholarships:
  • cover traveling costs,
  • course fees,
  • Monthly stipend
• The partial scholarship will cover the following:
  • Traveling costs, enrolment fees (half support), a monthly stipend or only traveling and registration costs.
• Based on details of requests of those who are from developing countries are /not awarded the full or partial scholarship.
• Applicants can study there at their own cost.

Program contents:

The program contents are as follows:

First-Year Curriculum:

• Anatomy & Physiology for Medical Physics
• Radiobiology
• Radiation Physics & Dosimetry
• Nuclear Medicine Physics
• Medical Imaging Fundamentals
• Diagnostic & Interventional Radiology Physics (X-rays, US, MRI, Hybrid systems)
• Radiation Oncology Physics
• Radiation Protection
• IT in Medical Physics
  Includes 330 hours of lectures and 230 hours of practical exercises.

Second-Year Curriculum:

• Clinical Training in Radiotherapy, Radiology, Nuclear Medicine, and Radiation Protection (1200 hours)
• Thesis Project (125 hours)

List of Hospitals that you will work in one of them in second year of the study:

– Az. Ospedaliero Universitaria Ospedali Riuniti – Ancona        –

– IRCCS Centro di Riferimento Oncologico         – Aviano        –

– Az. Ospedaliera Papa Giovanni XXIII            – Bergamo       –

– Ospedale S. Orsola                             – Bologna       –

– Spedali Civili                                 – Brescia       –

– Az. Ospedaliero Universitaria “Arcisp. Sant’Anna” – Ferrara    –

– Az. USL Toscana Centro                         – Firenze       –

– Ospedale Niguarda Ca’ Granda                   – Milano        –

– IRCCS Istituto nazionale tumori                – Milano        –

– Az.Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Modena         – Modena        –

– Az. Ospedaliera S. Gerardo                     – Monza         –

– Az. Ospedaliero Universitaria Osp. Maggiore della Carità – Novara –

– Istituto Oncologico Veneto                     – Padova        –

– Ospedale S. Matteo                             – Pavia         –

– Az. Ospedaliero Universitaria Pisana           – Pisa          –

– IRCCS Arcispedale S. Maria Nuova               – Reggio Emilia –

– Ist. Nazionale Tumori Regina Elena             – Roma          –

– Az. Ospedaliero Universitaria                  – Siena         –

– Ospedale Mauriziano                            – Torino        –

– A.O.U. Citta della Salute e della Scienza      – Torino        –

– Ospedale S. Chiara                             – Trento        –

– Az. Ospedlaiero Universitaria Ospedali Riuniti – Trieste       –

– ASST dei Sette Laghi                           – Varese        –

– Az. Ospedaliero Universitaria Integrata        – Verona        –

– ULSS 6 Vicenza, Ospedale San Bortolo           – Vicenza       –

Eligibilities:

Required documents:

• Update Curriculum vitae.
• University transcript.
• Recommendation letters from senior scientists who know you very well. Scientists making recommendations should indicate if they have any contacts at the ICTP
• Online application form.
• English Proficiency

Note:

• Dichiarazione di Valore form (Applicants can receive the form from the Italian embassy of their home country.)
• Curriculum Vitae (must be equivalent to the Italian Laurea Specialistica. And must include the 12 years of school and a university degree).

How to apply:

Interested applicants can fill out the online application form

Applicants interested in applying for the Master of Advanced Studies in Medical Physics at ICTP Italy must complete the online application form.

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Selection criteria:
Academic achievements, research activity, and professional experience in related fields can make you a successful candidate.

Please read the ICTP website for more details

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