We can offer a range of experimental and computational projects in applied and biomedical optics suitable for a 1-year MSc by Research.
Examples of projects are shown in the panels below; this list is not exhaustive and you are welcome to contact an academic to discuss other potential ideas. Lab-based projects are mostly focused on optical imaging system development (particularly optical coherence tomography, holographic microscopy and photoacoustics), including work on new laser sources and detection schemes. We can also off more applications-focused projects, including medical, biomedical and non-destructive testing, or computational and modelling projects. Some projects can be co-supervised with clinicians or industry.
As an MSc student you will be a full member of the research group, collaborating with academics, postdoctoral researchers, PhD students and other visiting researchers. We provide office and laboratory space for each student – the Photonics Centre includes a suite of optics labs as well as a workshop and a clean air room. You will also attend regular group and school meetings, including our seminars and our journal club, and have access to wide range of postgraduate training opportunities. Read more about studying in the AOG.
There is no deadline, applicants are assessed on a rolling basis, but all students must begin in September or January. Applications should be made via the online system at: https://www.kent.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate/212/physics
Please contact potential supervisor(s) in advance to discuss your application.
These projects do not have funding attached, students either self-fund or seek funding sources elsewhere. Information on student fees is at: https://www.kent.ac.uk/finance-student/fees/tuition/index.html#!pg
Information on Kent scholarships is here: https://www.kent.ac.uk/scholarships/postgraduate
For current/previous Kent students, additional scholarships are available: https://www.kent.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate/fees-and-funding/alumni-awards