EPSRC CTA studentships are available in BioMedical Imaging

April 16, 2008

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EPSRC CTA studentships are available in BioMedical Imaging

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.

The MSc is supported by an EPSRC Collaborative Training Account. The studentships cover tuition fees and provide a maintenance grant of up to £12,400 per annum.

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:

1. Biomedical Engineering
2. Electronic Engineering
3. Physics
4. Mathematics
5. Computing
6. Biosciences
7. Medicine

Note: The four EPSRC studentships are available only to UK and EU residents.

All applicants will be considered on their own merits. The following criteria will be considered:

For graduates with a degree in medicine or biosciences, evidence of expertise in maths, statistics and basic science is necessary. Minimum for mathematics is A-level maths with grade A, B or C or an equivalent qualification. For other graduates biomedical knowledge is an advantage.

Graduates with a First Class Honours degree in mathematics can omit “Applied Mathematics and Statistics”.

Subject to the approval of the University, exemption from these requirements may be granted if a candidate holds equivalent awards or similar qualifications, an equivalent degree or diploma from an overseas university, or equivalent work experience. No previous knowledge of biomedical imaging is required.

Applying for the Studentship

To apply for the studentship, candidates should send a CV and the names of two academic references to:

Ms Mayling Stone
Kent Institute of Medicine and Health Sciences
Room R&D 107
Research and Development Centre
University of Kent
Canterbury
Kent CT2 7PD
Email: M.P.Stone@kent.ac.uk

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