Advanced Biomedical Imaging UCL

Overview

Biomedical imaging is an interdisciplinary field drawing together biology, medicine, physics, and engineering. Essential for the diagnosis of disease and development of novel treatments, it is a rapidly expanding field central to all aspects of biomedical research.This Advanced Biomedical Imaging MSc is run by the  University College London (UCL) Centre for Advanced Biomedical Imaging, one of the world’s most advanced imaging centres. With access to 11 state-of-the-art imaging technologies, you will gain first-hand experience of the imaging techniques of the future.The programme focuses on preclinical and translational medical imaging, and the development of imaging technologies to detect, monitor and prevent illnesses such as cancer, heart disease and neurodegeneration. 

You will study the principles and application of preclinical and medical imaging techniques, learn to use different imaging modalities to develop and test novel therapies in preclinical models of disease, and explore imaging in translational medicine and clinical trials.

Who this course is for

This programme is for scientists and clinicians who want to gain a thorough background in biomedical imaging and translational medical research. 

It will prepare you either for further research or for roles in the imaging or pharmaceutical industry. It is also suitable if you are a clinician who wants to pursue specialist training in radiology.

What this course will give you

This programme offers you the following benefits and opportunities.

• A world-class environment in medical imaging that hosts several medical and biomedical imaging centres of excellence.
• Access to 11 state-of-the-art imaging technologies.
• The chance to deepen your knowledge of preclinical and translational medical imaging and the development of imaging technologies to detect, monitor and prevent illnesses.
• A focus on scientific communication to develop the skills necessary for roles in this area.
• The chance to undertake an independent research project in world-class laboratories.
• Links to University College London Hospitals (UCLH), including Great Ormond Street Hospital, the UCH Macmillan Cancer Centre, and National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery.
• Insights and opportunities from UCL's involvement in the dynamic and successful London-based entrepreneurial activity in biomedical imaging.
• Comprehensive training for further research in biomedical imaging.