University of Glasgow

Course Details

Medical Visualisation & Human Anatomy MSc

Course Description

This programme is the first taught Masters programme in medical visualisation in the UK. Offered jointly by the University of Glasgow and the Glasgow School of Art, it combines actual cadaveric dissection with 3D digital reconstruction, interaction and visualisation.

Course Duration

NumberDuration
12month

Career outcomes

Taught degree programmes A‑Z About postgraduate study How to apply for a taught degree Fees and funding Frequently Asked Questions Medical Visualisation & Human Anatomy MSc Related links Other programmes in the subject of Life Sciences: School of Life Sciences College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences Graduate School facebookFollow MVLS on Facebook Scholarships available Visit us Visit our beautiful campus and find out more about your future at Glasgow Visit us Visit our beautiful campus and find out more about your future at Glasgow Download Postgraduate prospectus 2016 Download Postgraduate prospectus 2016 Prestigious Scottish Funding Council Awards are available to high calibre applicants for this programme. The SFC has selected this programme in recognition of the high demand for students with these qualifications. The awards cover all tuition costs; for further information, please see: funded places. This programme is the first taught Masters programme in medical visualisation in the UK. Offered jointly by the University of Glasgow and the Glasgow School of Art, it combines actual cadaveric dissection with 3D digital reconstruction, interaction and visualisation. Key facts MSc: 12 months full-time; Contact: School of Life Sciences: paul.rea@glasgow.ac.uk, Glasgow School of Art: d.livingstone@gsa.ac.uk Why this programme Programme structure Entry requirements Fees and funding Career prospects Career opportunities exist within the commercial healthcare device manufacturer, the public and private healthcare sectors, as well as in academic medical visualisation research. Students with medical, biomedical, anatomy, or health professional backgrounds will be able to gain 3D visualisation skills that will enhance their portfolio of abilities; students with computer science or 3D graphics background will be involved in the design and development of healthcare related products through digital technology, eg diagnostic and clinical applications, creating content involving medical visualisation, simulation, cardiac pacemakers, and biomechanically related products for implantation, such as knee, hip and shoulder joint replacements. Here are some examples of roles and companies for our graduates: Interns and Clinical Assistants at Toshiba Medical Visualisation Systems Research Prosector (GU) 3D printing industry Demonstrators in Anatomy PhD studies - medical history, medical visualisation Medical School Dental School




Medical Visualisation & Human Anatomy MSc University of Glasgow