| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2023-09-01 | - |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
The MSc Advanced Imaging & Sensing program at Glasgow University trains students in optical imaging and sensing, equipping them with skills for research in physics, engineering, and life sciences. The program offers flexible learning pathways, including core courses in sensing, imaging, and data analysis, and a research project in a specialist research group. Graduates are prepared for careers in imaging and sensing research, with potential for specialization in areas such as imaging systems, device technology, and biomedical imaging.
Program Outline
MSc Advanced Imaging & Sensing
Degree Overview:
The MSc Advanced Imaging & Sensing program focuses on optical imaging and sensing, which supports research across various fields, including physics, engineering, environmental science, and life sciences. This multi-disciplinary program provides training for future researchers in the broader field of Advanced Imaging & Sensing (AIS). The program offers flexible learning pathways and equips graduates with the skills needed to pursue further research in the field, potentially leading to a PhD or industrial research opportunities.
Outline:
The MSc in Advanced Imaging & Sensing consists of two semesters dedicated to core and optional courses.
Semester 1:
- Students take 30 credits of core courses:
- Fundamentals of Sensing and Measurement
- Research Skills
- Students choose 30 credits of optional courses from a diverse selection, including:
- Microscopy and Optics M
- Gravitational Wave Detection
- Experimental Techniques in Quantum Optics
- Circuits & Systems
- Numerical Methods
- Machine Learning & Artificial Intelligence for Data Scientists (M)
- Introduction to Data Science and Systems (M)
- Digital Signal Processing
- Microelectronics in Consumer Products 4
- Waves & Diffraction
- Lasers and Electro-Optic Systems 4
- Honours Computational Physics Laboratory
Semester 2:
- Students take 30 credits of core courses:
- Imaging and Detectors
- Medical Imaging
- Advanced Data Analysis for Physics and Astronomy
- Students choose 30 credits of optional courses from a diverse selection, including:
- Quantum and Atom Optics
- Nano and Atomic Scale Imaging 2
- Electromagnetic Theory 1 or Electromagnetic Theory 2
- Radar and Electro-Optic Systems M
- Introduction to Research in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology
- Electronic Signals Transmission
- Lasers & Non-Linear Optics
- Biosensors and Diagnostics 4
Semester 3:
- Students conduct a research project in the School of Physics & Astronomy or the James Watt School of Engineering.
- MSC PROJECT (School of Physics & Astronomy)
Teaching:
The program utilizes a suite of taught courses delivered by experts from the Schools of Physics & Astronomy, Engineering, and Computing Science. This ensures a broad base of training in the fundamentals of imaging and sensing, device engineering, system engineering, and data processing. Students gain hands-on experience through a research project embedded within a specialist research group, which serves as ideal preparation for further research opportunities.
Careers:
The program equips graduates with the knowledge and skills required to embark on research careers in imaging and sensing. Graduates can customize their training to increase their specialization in particular areas like imaging systems, device technology, computational imaging, microscopy, surveillance, biomedical imaging, or remote sensing. The program also provides training in essential research skills such as creativity, technical communication, and project management.
Other:
- The program is designed for students with a background in Physics, Engineering, Environmental Science and Medical and Life Sciences.
- The need for skills in this field is driven by a growing market for imaging and sensing systems.
- Graduates of this program have the potential to contribute to the development of the next generation of imaging and sensing technology.
- Students will benefit from the world-leading research at Glasgow University across a broad range of Imaging and Sensing.
- Physics research at the university has been evaluated as "world-leading" or "internationally excellent" in the latest Research Excellence Framework (2021).
Tuition fees for 2024-25 MSc UK Full-time fee: £12150 International & EU Full-time fee: £30240 Deposits International and EU applicants are required to pay a deposit of £2000 within four weeks of an offer being made.
University of Glasgow
Overview:
The University of Glasgow is a world-renowned institution located in Scotland, UK. It is consistently ranked among the top 100 universities globally and is known for its commitment to research and academic excellence.
Services Offered:
The University offers a wide range of services to its students, including:
Learning & Teaching Support:
Provides resources and guidance for students to succeed in their studies.Student Life Support:
Offers various resources and programs to enhance the overall student experience, including accommodation, wellbeing services, and career guidance.International Student Support:
Provides specific support and resources for international students, including visa guidance and cultural integration programs.Library Services:
Offers access to a vast collection of books, journals, and digital resources.Campus Development:
The University has invested significantly in its estate to provide modern and world-class facilities.Student Life and Campus Experience:
Students at the University of Glasgow can expect a vibrant and diverse campus experience. The University attracts students from over 140 countries, creating a truly international community. Students can participate in various clubs, societies, and events, both on and off campus. The city of Glasgow itself offers a rich cultural scene with numerous museums, theaters, and music venues.
Key Reasons to Study There:
World-Class Research:
The University is renowned for its world-leading research, with a strong focus on innovation and impact.Academic Excellence:
The University offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines, taught by leading academics.International Reputation:
The University's global ranking and reputation attract students and staff from around the world.Vibrant Campus Life:
The University provides a supportive and engaging environment for students, with numerous opportunities for personal and professional development.Beautiful Campus:
The University's historic campus is located in the heart of Glasgow, offering a picturesque setting for learning and living.Academic Programs:
The University offers a wide range of academic programs, including:
Undergraduate Programs:
Covers various disciplines, including Arts, Humanities, Science, Engineering, Medicine, and Law.Postgraduate Programs:
Offers a variety of master's and doctoral programs, including research degrees and professional qualifications.Centres for Doctoral Training:
Provides PhD scholarships and training in specialized research areas.Other:
The University is committed to sustainability and has been ranked among the top 20 universities globally for its sustainability initiatives. It also actively engages with the local community through various civic engagement programs.
Entry Requirements:
A 2:1 Honours degree in:
- Physics
- Theoretical Physics
- Astrophysics
- Electronic Engineering
- or related subject
Additional documents required for application:
- You are required to complete and submit a question-based personal statement explaining why you want to undertake this programme at Glasgow.
Physics & Astronomy - Personal Statement form
(MS Word)
Prerequisite experience needed:
- Assumed knowledge for the core courses in this degree include:
- Introductory scientific computing: data handling, simple statistics (computing means and variances), plotting functions and histograms, writing simple programs in a general-purpose programming language e.g. Python or C++.
- Basic mathematics for physics: single and multi-variable calculus (differentiation and integration), trigonometry, complex numbers, vectors, vector calculus, Taylor and Fourier series, Fourier transforms.
- You must also have the following:
- Familiarity with basic optics, including geometric-optics modelling (thin lenses, image formation, refraction, diffraction, interference, and optical resolution.
- Awareness of the electromagnetic spectrum, the nature and propagation of light, Maxwell’s equations, potentials and fields, and EM potentials in simple geometries.
- An awareness of basic concepts in signals and systems, sampling and signal processing, including conversions between time- and frequency domains, use of high-, low-, and band-pass filters, and the Nyquist sampling criterion.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
- 6.5 with no subtests under 6.0
- Tests must have been taken within 2 years 5 months of start date. Applicants must meet the overall and subtest requirements using a single test
- IELTS One Skill Retake accepted.
Common equivalent English language qualifications
- TOEFL (ibt, mybest or athome)
- 79; with Reading 13; Listening 12; Speaking 18; Writing 21
- Tests must have been taken within 2 years 5 months of start date. Applicants must meet the overall and subtest requirements , this includes TOEFL mybest.
- Pearsons PTE Academic
- 59 with minimum 59 in all subtests
- Tests must have been taken within 2 years 5 months of start date. Applicants must meet the overall and subtest requirements using a single test.
- Cambridge Proficiency in English (CPE) and Cambridge Advanced English (CAE)
- 176 overall, no subtest less than 169
- Tests must have been taken within 2 years 5 months of start date. Applicants must meet the overall and subtest requirements using a single test.
- Oxford English Test
- Oxford ELLT 7
- R&L: OIDI level no less than 6 with Reading: 21-24 Listening: 15-17
- W&S: OIDI level no less than 6.
- Trinity College Tests
- Integrated Skills in English II & III & IV: ISEII Distinction with Distinction in all sub-tests.
- University of Glasgow Pre-sessional courses
- Tests are accepted for 2 years following date of successful completion.
- Alternatives to English Language qualification
- Degree from majority-English speaking country (as defined by the UKVI including Canada if taught in English)
- students must have studied for a minimum of 2 years at Undergraduate level, or 9 months at Master's level, and must have complete their degree in that majority-English speaking country and within the last 6 years
- Undergraduate 2+2 degree from majority-English speaking country (as defined by the UKVI including Canada if taught in English)
- students must have completed their final two years study in that majority-English speaking country and within the last 6 years
