Radiation protection and ionising radiation safety in healthcare, industry and the nuclear sector
Description of Postgraduate Degree Course
General Information
Level: Second-Level
Field of study: Engineering Medicine and Pharmacy Mathematical, Computer, Physical and Natural Sciences
Duration: Duration: 1 year
Mode of Delivery: Ibrida
Location: Pisa
CFUs: 90
Admission application: Iscrizioni aperte dal 20 July 2026 al 04 November 2026
Start date: 07 December 2026
Italian
Italian
The Postgraduate Degree Course provides specialist training in radiation protection in accordance with the provisions of Italian Legislative Decree No. 101/2020. It equips participants with the knowledge and skills required for protection against ionising and non-ionising radiation, radiological risk assessment, dosimetry, the use of specialised equipment, and the application of national and European legislation in compliance with the ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) principle.
The course covers radiation physics, biological effects of radiation, measurement and spectrometry techniques, radiation protection in healthcare and industrial settings, nuclear engineering, shielding systems, and issues relating to safety, security and nuclear safeguards.
Training also addresses environmental monitoring, radioactive waste management, the transport of radioactive materials, radiological emergency preparedness and response, risk communication, and radon remediation.
Career opportunities
The Postgraduate Degree Course prepares professionals to work across a wide range of radiation protection settings, including healthcare organisations, industrial companies, research institutions, regulatory authorities and the nuclear sector.
Graduates acquire expertise in radiological risk assessment, safety management, radiation protection surveillance and environmental monitoring.
The knowledge and skills developed throughout the course enable participants to support the work of the Radiation Protection Expert, contribute to the design and verification of radiation protection measures, and pursue careers in radiological emergency management, risk communication and technical and regulatory consultancy in the field of radiation protection.
Fees
Regular students:
4000 € payable in 3 instalments
- 1600 € no later than 23 November 2026
- 1400 € no later than 15 January 2027
- 1000 € no later than 15 April 2027
Auditing students:
2000 € in a single installment
Registration fee reductions are available for 5 students as specified in the call for applications.
