Doctor of Philosophy Program in Medical Physics and Medical Engineering (International Program)

The PhD Program in Medical Physics and Medical Engineering (Interational Program), or MPME, aims to produce PhD graduates who will become researchers and innovators in the field of medical physics and medical engineering. Medical physics employs physical concepts for prevention, diagnosis and treatment of human disease, while medical engineering applies engineering principles and design concepts to medicine and biology for healthcare purposes. With the combination of medical physics and medical engineering, students will have a broad perspective from the design, development to the application of medical equipment and medical technology.

The direct connection of our PhD program to Chulabhorn Hospital will give students the opportunity to be exposed to the clinical environment from the very early stage of their study. They will get first-hand experience with medical equipment and technology that drive the health care services, which will allow them to conduct state-of-the-art research projects that will truly benefit the health care industry and patients.

Our PhD Program have research-based study plans. Each student will have an individual study plan (ISP), designed between the student and the PhD advisors. With our multi-disciplinary faculty staff, students will have the opportunity to select a research project from a wide range of key research areas. Prospective students are encouraged to contact our faculty members regarding the research interest prior to the application.

Study Plans

Plan 1.1: 3 years (for holders of a master’s degree)
Plan 1.2: 4 years (for holders of a bachelor’s degree)

Program Philosophy

Mentoring and guiding PhD students to become independent researchers in the field of medical physics and medical engineering who are problem-oriented, socially responsible and globally minded.

Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)

PLO 1: Produce internationally recognized research or innovation outputs that aim to solve problems existing or foreseen in clinics or healthcare industry
PLO 2: Apply state-of-the-art knowledge in medical physics and medical engineering to create new knowledge through research or innovation
PLO 3: Employ digital technology to solve research problems systematically and efficiently
PLO 4: Manage research or innovation projects efficiently and professionally
PLO 5: Communicate research findings and knowledge in medical physics and medical engineering to different groups of national and international audience effectively, both verbally and in written
PLO 6: Demonstrate ethics, integrity and social responsibility

Strengths of the program

Individual study plan (ISP) for each student focusing on the research focus
Modern clinical infrastructure of Chulabhorn Hospital
Interdisciplinary faculty staff of PSCM
Collaborations between CRA and distinguished institutes worldwide
Opportunities to apply for scholarship and research funding

Study Periods

Semester 1: August to December
Semester 2: January to May

Program Specification (TQF2) Doctor of Philosophy Program in Medical Physics and Medical Engineering (International Program) Click

AI and big data in radiation therapy and radiology
Simulation and modelling in radiation therapy and radiation protection
Image processing
Radiobiology and radiobiological modelling
Management of quality assurance and predictive maintenance of medical devices
Biomedical modelling
Surface modification in biomedical applications
Development of cloud-based medical software

Non-credit compulsory courses

PSMM 6101	Research methodology	1(1-0-2)
PSMM 6102	Seminar in medical physics and medical engineering I	1(0-2-1)
PSMM 6103	Seminar in medical physics and medical engineering II	1(0-2-1)
PSMM 7101	Seminar in medical physics and medical engineering III	1(0-2-1)
PSMM 7102	Seminar in medical physics and medical engineering IV	1(0-2-1)

Dissertation

PSMM 6901	Dissertation	48 credits (For students of plan 1.1)
PSMM 6902	Dissertation	72 credits (For students of plan 1.2)

- Asst. Prof. Dr. Thiansin Liamsuwan, PhD (Medical Radiation Physics): Program Director
- Asst. Prof. Dr. Danupon Nantajit, PhD (Health Sciences)
- Dr. Todsaporn Fuangrod, PhD (Electrical Engineering)
- Dr. Chavin Jongwannasiri, D.Eng. (Systems Engineering)
- Dr. Wares Chancharoen, PhD (Information Science)
- Dr. Pasit Jarutatsanangkoon, PhD (Engineering)
- Dr. Chirasak Khamfongkhruea, Dr.rer.medic.(Medical Radiation Science)
- Lect. Sangutid Thongsawad, PhD candidate (Nuclear Engineering)

Plan 1.1: Holder of a master’s degree or equivalent in Medical Physics, Physics, Computer Science, Medical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Computer Engineering or any related fields from an institution accredited by Commission of Higher Education (CHE) or accredited by CRA Council with the GPA of at least 3.0.
Plan 1.2: Holder of a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in medical physics, physics, computer Science, medical engineering, biomedical engineering, computer engineering or any related fields from an institution accredited by Commission of Higher Education (CHE) or accredited by CRA Council with the GPA of at least 3.5.
Having good command of English, both verbal and written.
Passing the selection procedure specified by the program.

Present results within the dissertation at 1 international conference

Publish results within the dissertation in 2 peer-reviewed international scientific journal articles in recognized databases

Pass the English proficiency criteria

Other requirements are in accordance with the Regulation of Chulabhorn Royal Academy for Graduate Study BE 2563.

All graduate students of Chulabhorn Royal Academy must have one of the English proficiency test scores before graduation, as follows:

Requirements of English Proficiency

1. TOEFL
1.1 Paper-based	500 or higher
1.2 Computer-based	173 or higher
1.3 Internet-based	64 or higher
2. IELTS	5.0 or higher
3. CU-TEP	60 or higher
4. MU GRAD TEST	60 or higher
5. TU-GET	550 or higher
6. KU-EPT	not less than 50%

Reference: Announcement of Chulabhorn Royal Academy on English Proficiency Requirements for Graduate Students. Click

Financial support opportunities for MPME PhD students

Tuition fee waiver scholarship (more information coming soon)
Monthly allowance support (more information coming soon)
Research funding: max. 50,000 THB/project/year
PhD research assistantship: over the academic years 2022-2024, we are opening 5 research assistant positions with the opportunity to be admitted to the PhD Program in Medical Physics and Medical Engineering (International Program) and to work in one of the 3 research projects listed below. Selected students will receive a monthly allowance of about 22,000 THB/month and social security payment. Interested applicants should contact the PI of the project directly and send the CV and transcript to the email given below:

1. 1. Project: “Development of a patient selection system for advanced radiotherapy using a computational approach” (PI: Asst. Prof. Dr. Thiansin Liamsuwan, email: [email protected] (2 positions)
  2. Project: “Development of AI cloud technology for radiation therapy quality management” (PI: Dr. Todsaporn Fuangrod, email: [email protected]) (1 position)
  3. Project: “Surface investigation from confocal microscopy on bone implant for improving osteointegration” (PI: Dr. Wares Chancharoen, email: [email protected]) (2 positions)

1. Tuition fee

Plan 1.1 (study duration of 3 years)	44,167	Baht/semester
Plan 1.2 (study duration of 4 years)	48,125	Baht/semester

2. Education service charges

Education service fee	10,000	Baht/semester
Library service fee	1,000	Baht/semester
Extra curricular activities	5,000	Baht/semester
Student activity fee	1,000	Baht/semester
Internet fee	1,000	Baht/semester
Health insurance fee	500	Baht/semester
Health service fee	1,000	Baht/semester

3. Other fees

New student fees	2,500	Baht/student
Student ID card	300	Baht/card
Damage insurance fee (Refundable after graduation if no liability)	10,000	Baht/student
Maintaining student status fee	5,000	Baht/semester