In this course, knowledge from radiation interaction is applied to determine, among other things, the energy deposited by ionizing radiation, which is important for radiation protection calculations, dose planning in radiation therapy, etc. The course begins with rehearsing and developing parts of the radiation interaction. Quantities and concepts used in radiation dosimetry are then introduced. Furthermore, how radiation can be detected and quantified is studied, what differentiates measured values from the quantities you want to determine and how to correct for differences between these. An introduction to microdosimetry and internal dosimetry is also given here, both of which are important for determining the intentional and unintentional damage that radiation can cause in humans.
The course includes a compulsory laboratory and a compulsory project work.
The information below is only for exchange students
Starts
1 October 2025
Ends
3 December 2025
Study location
Umeå
Language
English
Type of studies
Daytime,
100%
Required Knowledge
At least 90 ECTS credits including the course Radiation Interaction 7.5 ECTS, or corresponding. Proficiency in English equivalent to Swedish upper secondary course English A/6. Where the language of instruction is Swedish, applicants must prove proficiency in Swedish to the level required for basic eligibility for higher studies.
Selection
Students applying for courses within a double degree exchange agreement, within the departments own agreements will be given first priority. Then will - in turn - candidates within the departments own agreements, faculty agreements, central exchange agreements and other departmental agreements be selected.
Application code
UMU-A3340
Application
This application round is only intended for nominated exchange students. Information about deadlines can be found in the e-mail instruction that nominated students receive.
The application period is closed.
