Sensor & Imaging Systems [MSc]

at University of Glasgow

Core Courses (All Level 11)
 

• Fundamentals Of Sensing And Measurement (20 Credits)
• Research Skills (10 Credits)
• Optional Courses (30 Credits)
• Detection And Analysis Of Ionising Radiation (10 Credits)
• Circuits & Systems (10 Credits)
• Digital Signal Processing (20 Credits)
• Microelectronics In Consumer Products 4 (10 Credits)
• Waves & Diffraction (10 Credits)
• Lasers And Electro-Optic Systems 4 (10 Credits)
• Nanofabrication (10 Credits)
   

Semester 2 (University Of Edinburgh)
 

Students Take 20 Credits Of Core Courses And Select 40 Credits Of Optional Courses.
 

Semester 3
 

A Project Will Be Conducted At Either University Of Glasgow (School Of Physics Or School Of Engineering) Or University Of Edinburgh (School Of Chemistry Or School Of Engineering), That Is, One Of:
 

• Msc Project (University Of Glasgow) (60 Credits)
• Msc Project (University Of Glasgow) (60 Credits)
• Msc Project (Edinburgh) (University Of Edinburgh) (60 Credits)
   

Thus Students Take A Minimum Of 180 Credits With A Requirement That At Least 150 Credits Are At Scqf Level 11 (M-Level).
 

Projects May Involve Placements Within Industry. Students Will Be Enrolled Within One Of The Above Project Courses And Be Allocated An Academic Supervisor From The Appropriate School And University.

Entry requirements for the MSc in Sensor and Imaging Systems are normally a 2:1 Honours degree or equivalent in Physical Sciences, Electronic and Electrical Engineering or cognate subject. Applications are also welcome from candidates with (1) a 2:2 in these subject areas, (2) additional industrial experience or (3) a 2:1 or above in Computer, Chemical, Biological or Medical Sciences, or Mathematics, provided they are able to demonstrate an enthusiasm and aptitude for science and technology pertinent to sensing and imaging.
 

International students with academic qualifications below those required should contact our partner institution, Glasgow International College, who offer a range of pre-Masters courses.
 

English language requirements
 

For applicants whose first language is not English, the University sets a minimum English Language proficiency level.
 

International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic module (not General Training)

• 6.5 with no subtests under 6.0. 

• Tests must have been taken within 4 years 5 months of start date. Combined scores from two tests taken within 6 months of each other can be considered.
   

Common equivalent English language qualifications
 

All stated English tests are acceptable for admission to this programme:
 

TOEFL (ibt, my best or athome)

• 90 with minimum R 20, L 19, S 19, W 23. 

• Tests must have been taken within 4 years 5 months of start date. Combined scores from two tests taken within 6 months of each other can be considered.
   

PTE (Academic or Academic Online)

• 60 with minimum 59 in all sub-tests.

• Tests must have been taken within 4 years 5 months of start date. Combined scores from two tests taken within 6 months of each other can be considered.
   

Cambridge Proficiency in English (CPE) and Cambridge Advanced English (CAE) 

• 176 overall, no subtest less than 169

• Tests must have been taken within 4 years 5 months, combined scores from 2 tests sat within 6 months of each other can be considered.
   

Glasgow International College English Language (and other foundation providers)

• 65%.

• Tests are accepted for academic year following sitting.
   

University of Glasgow Pre-sessional courses

• Tests are accepted for 2 years following date of successful completion.
   

Alternatives to English Language qualification

• Undergraduate degree from English speaking country (including Canada if taught in English)

• Undergraduate 2+2 degree from English speaking country

• Undergraduate 2+2 TNE degree taught in English in non-English speaking country

• Masters degree from English speaking country

• Masters degree (equivalent on NARIC to UK masters degree) taught in English in non-English speaking country

MSc
 

UK

• Full-time fee: £11520
   

International & EU

• Full-time fee: £27930

You will gain an understanding of sensor-based systems applicable to a whole host of markets supported by CENSIS.
 

Career opportunities are extensive. Sensor systems are spearheading the next wave of connectivity and intelligence for internet connected devices, underpinning all of the new ‘smart markets’, e.g., grid, cities, transport and mobility, digital healthcare and big data.
 

You will graduate with domain-appropriate skills suitable for a range of careers in areas including renewable energy, subsea and marine technologies, defence, automotive engineering, intelligent transport, healthcare, aerospace, manufacturing and process control, consumer electronics, and environmental monitoring.
 

Globally, the market for sensor systems is valued at £500Bn with an annual growth rate of 10%. The Scottish sensor systems market is worth £2.6Bn pa. There are over 170 sensor systems companies based in Scotland (SMEs and large companies), employing 16,000 people in high-value jobs including product R&D, design, engineering, manufacturing and field services.