Education and training

A curated guide to education pathways, short courses, scholarships and professional development opportunities relevant to radiation protection, radiation safety, medical physics, nuclear science and related fields.

Radiation protection

Radiation safety and management courses.

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Medical physics

Postgraduate medical physics pathways.

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Short courses

Professional and licence-related training.

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Scholarships

Student and research support opportunities.

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Students

Student Fund and ARPYGN links.

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For students and early-career professionals

This page brings together selected education and training pathways relevant to radiation protection and related disciplines across Australia and New Zealand.

Course details, availability, fees and eligibility can change. Always check the provider’s website before applying.

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If you know of a course, scholarship, short course or professional development opportunity that should be listed, please contact ARPS.

Suggestions should be relevant to radiation protection, radiation safety, medical physics, nuclear science or associated professional practice.

Radiation protection and radiation management

Courses and pathways focused on radiation protection, safety, regulation, compliance and workplace radiation management.

Graduate Certificate in Science (Radiation Management)

Adelaide University postgraduate course covering radiation protection, safety and security principles, regulatory frameworks, radioanalytical technologies and data analysis.

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ARPANSA training

ARPANSA training includes radiation safety training, Radiation Protection of the Patient, occupational radiation exposure training and practical reference dosimetry.

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ANSTO General Radiation Safety Officer Training

ANSTO offers radiation safety officer training at Lucas Heights, with course dates listed on the ANSTO training page.

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Medical physics and medical radiation physics

Selected postgraduate medical physics pathways and related courses. Students should check each provider’s entry requirements, accreditation information and current intake status.

Provider Course or pathway Area Access
QUT Graduate Diploma in Applied Science (Medical Physics) Medical physics View course
QUT Master of Applied Science (Medical Physics) Medical physics View course
University of Wollongong Master of Science (Medical Radiation Physics) Medical radiation physics View course
University of Sydney Master of Medical Physics Medical physics View course
RMIT University Master of Medical Physics Medical physics View course
RMIT University Master of Applied Science (Health & Medical Physics) Research pathway View course
University of Western Australia Master of Medical Physics Medical physics View course
University of Western Australia Bachelor of Science (Frontier Physics) and Master of Physics - Medical Physics Combined pathway View course
University of Canterbury Medical Physics postgraduate study New Zealand pathway View pathway
University of Canterbury Postgraduate Physics, including radiation physics options Physics pathway View pathway
University of Auckland Medical Physics and Imaging Technology Medical physics and imaging View pathway
University of Auckland Nuclear Medicine Nuclear medicine View pathway

Short courses and professional development

Short courses, regulator course lists and professional training options. Some training may be jurisdiction-specific, so applicants should check regulator requirements before enrolling.

AINSE Winter School

Annual opportunity for senior undergraduate students at AINSE member universities to explore nuclear science, ANSTO facilities and future research opportunities.

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ANSTO education programs

ANSTO provides education programs, early career information, scholarships and nuclear science learning opportunities.

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ARPANSA training

Training and modules relevant to radiation protection in medical settings, patient protection, occupational exposure and dosimetry.

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NSW EPA radiation safety course list

NSW EPA maintains a list of current radiation safety courses and course providers for user licence purposes.

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Queensland Health radiation training

Radiation training information for licence, radiation safety officer certificate and customised radiation safety training needs.

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Other radiation safety training

Training providers offer radiation safety, licence and radiation safety officer courses. Always confirm regulatory acceptance for your jurisdiction.

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Scholarships, awards and student support

Scholarship and support schemes change regularly. Check the provider page for current rounds, eligibility and closing dates.

ARPS Student Fund

Financial support to help students access conferences, educational activities and professional development opportunities in radiation protection.

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AINSE scholarships and awards

AINSE lists scholarships and awards including Pathway Scholarship, Postgraduate Research Award, SaAFE, Early Career Researcher Grant and conference support.

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Postgraduate Research Award

AINSE PGRA supports postgraduate research involving ANSTO facilities or collaboration with ANSTO staff.

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ANSTO scholarships

ANSTO maintains scholarship and early career opportunities relevant to nuclear science and technology.

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ANSTO early careers

Early career programs, graduate opportunities and information for students and graduates interested in nuclear science and technology.

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Conference support

ARPS may provide conference support where eligibility criteria are met. Check the relevant application form and policy before applying.

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Student and young professional links

Useful ARPS links for students, early-career professionals and those looking to enter radiation protection.

ARPYGN

The Australasian Radiation Protection Young Generation Network supports students, early-career professionals and the broader young professional community.

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Join ARPS

Learn about ARPS membership, student membership, member benefits, membership grades and how to join.

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Job vacancies

Browse radiation protection, radiation safety, medical physics, environmental radioactivity and related job vacancies.

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Course and scholarship information

ARPS provides these links as a general guide for members and students. Course availability, accreditation status, fees, application dates and eligibility requirements are controlled by the relevant provider.

Please check the provider’s website directly before applying or relying on any course or scholarship information.

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