Four Studentships in BioMedical Imaging MSc

Four Studentships in BioMedical Imaging MSc (fees plus up to £12400 stipend)The Kent Institute of Medicine and Health Sciences (KIMHS) at the University of Kent has established a new MSc in BioMedical Imaging in collaboration with Departments at the University of Kent and King’s College London.

The course covers the major forms of medical imaging including MRI, PET, ultrasound, CT, X-ray, and also the rapidly advancing fields of optical coherence tomography and molecular imaging. There is special emphasis on the use of computer techniques for manipulation and analysis of images, with modules on programming and medical image computing. Visiting lecturers include international authorities in the field. The programme includes lectures on applications of medical imaging given by leading clinicians from East Kent and London, industry scientists and bioscience researchers, case studies, laboratory work and visits to major facilities to see the imaging systems in action.

The BioMedical Imaging MSc is aimed at those with a first degree in a numerate subject wishing to pursue a career and/or gain further knowledge in the area of medical imaging and image analysis. The information below is aimed at providing some general background information on this rapidly developing area with details about the University of Kent’s MSc in BioMedical Imaging.

There are four EPSRC studentships available to UK and EU residents. The scholarship covers tuition fees and a maintenance grant of up to £12,400. The awards are made on a competitive basis.

Application Criteria

Applicants must normally hold a First or Second Class Honours degree in one of the related fields, or equivalent qualifications subject to the University’s approval. The degrees include the following:

· Biomedical Engineering

· Electronic Engineering

· Physics

· Mathematics

· Computing

· Biosciences

· Medicine

For further information please visit or contact M.P.Stone@kent.ac.uk on +44 (0) 1227 827 200 or visit http://www.kent.ac.uk/kimhs/courses/postgrad/bmi-msc-course-description-detailed-2007-08.html.

How to apply:

You may apply for a place on the programme using the online form by selecting “MSc - Master of Science Taught”, and then choosing “BioMedical Imaging”.