GBP 39,200
Artificial Intelligence and Medical Imaging MSc
University College London (UCL)London, United Kingdom
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Program Details
- Degree
- Masters
- Major
- Biomedical Engineering | Artificial Intelligence
- Area of study
- Information and Communication Technologies | Health
- Timing
- Full time
- Course Language
- English
Program Overview
Introduction to the Artificial Intelligence and Medical Imaging MSc
The Artificial Intelligence and Medical Imaging MSc is a one-year Master's program designed to provide specialist expertise in the latest imaging technologies and AI methods. This program aims to improve disease detection and diagnosis, enabling patients to benefit from the treatments they need most.
Entry Requirements
To be eligible for this program, applicants must have:
- A minimum of an upper second-class Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, or related fields from a UK university or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard.
- Undergraduate level knowledge in programming languages (such as Python or C++) is essential.
- Undergraduate level knowledge of mathematics is also required, in algebra, analysis, and probability.
- Applicants must show an interest in developing thinking and problem-solving skills.
English Language Requirements
The English language level for this course is Level 2, with an overall score of 7.0 and a minimum of 6.5 in each component.
Course Overview
This MSc covers the core technology and applications of the latest medical imaging tools currently available in healthcare, as well as new developments. Students will explore core methods and techniques in both AI and medical imaging and undertake their own piece of research to put their skills into practice working on clinically relevant problems.
Research Areas
Research areas include:
- Medical image segmentation
- Quantifying pathological regions in medical images
- Improving imaging-based diagnosis and treatment response prediction
Program Structure
The program spans the departments of UCL Medical Physics and Biomedical Engineering and UCL Computer Science, allowing students to focus on computing, study AI and computational modelling in surgery, or learn more about med-tech entrepreneurship.
Careers and Employability
By the end of this Master's, students will be well-placed to pursue diverse careers and opportunities, from academic research to roles in industry and positions that contribute to emerging technologies such as the use of AI in healthcare. The program is also an excellent starting point for doctoral studies and a career in research.
Teaching and Learning
The time will be split between lectures, seminars, and tutorials, and independent study. Students will be assessed through exams, coursework, group work, lab sessions, and a research project. Each module typically consists of around 36-40 hours of lectures and problem-solving classes over a 10-week term.
Modules
The taught part of the program is comprised of a mix of compulsory and optional modules, including:
- Biomedical Ultrasound
- Information Processing in Medical Imaging
- Programming Foundations for Medical Image Analysis
- MSc Research Project
- Machine Learning in Medical Imaging
- Applied AI in Medical Imaging
- Applied Deep Learning
- Medical Imaging with Ionising Radiation
- MRI and Biomedical Optics
Optional modules include:
- Computer-Assisted Surgery and Therapy
- Medical Device Enterprise Scenario
- Artificial Intelligence for Surgery and Intervention
- Inverse Problems in Imaging
- Computational Modelling for Biomedical Imaging
- Computational MRI
Fees and Funding
- UK tuition fees (2026/27): ｣18,400
- Overseas tuition fees (2026/27): ｣39,200 Additional costs include a fee deposit and the cost of a laptop for machine learning modules.
Conclusion
The Artificial Intelligence and Medical Imaging MSc at UCL offers a comprehensive education in the latest medical imaging technologies and AI methods, preparing students for a wide range of career opportunities in this rapidly emerging field.
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