Four 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
<http://www.kent.ac.uk/kimhs/courses/postgrad/bmi-msc-course-description-det
ailed-2008-09.html>  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
<http://www.kent.ac.uk/kimhs/courses/postgrad/bmi-msc-course-description-det
ailed-2008-09.html>  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
<http://www.kent.ac.uk/kimhs/courses/postgrad/bmi-msc-course-description-det
ailed-2008-09.html>  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:  [log in to unmask]

Tel:  +44 (0) 1227 827 200

The closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 30th May 2008 

How to Apply for a place at the University of Kent 

You may apply for a place on the programme using the online form
<http://records.kent.ac.uk/external/admissions/pgapplication.php>  by
selecting "MSc - Master of Science Taught", and then choosing "BioMedical
Imaging".  Alternatively, paper versions of the prospectus and an
application form can be obtained from
http://records.kent.ac.uk/external/admissions/enqry_one.php.

Acceptance on the Course 

It is our policy to offer a place on the course to any applicant whom we
believe to be well equipped to follow and likely to profit substantially
from it.  An offer of a place on the course does not constitute an offer of
funding.

For further information, please contact:

Dr Ali Hojjat
Kent Institute of Medicine and Health Sciences
University of Kent 
Canterbury 
Kent   CT2 7PD
United Kingdom 
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