Imaging Science MS


Imaging Science: Online
Master of science degree
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A degree driven by real-time employer demand
These jobs are growing by 16%, more than twice the rate of overall labor market growth.
Imaging science job outlook
100%
Graduate outcomes rate
24
You may complete this degree in as few as 24 months
83K+
Average salary for imaging scientist
100%
Graduate knowledge rate
Program Highlights
The MS degree in Imaging Science curriculum emphasizes a systems approach to the study of imaging science. WIth a background in science or engineering, this degree will prepare you for positions in research, product development, and management in the imaging industry. The curriculum was developed in collaboration with industry partners to emphasize skills needed by their scientists, engineers, and managers. You may concentrate on one of several "system tracks," or customize your own track. You may choose to complete either a research thesis or a project and a paper in the non-thesis option. You may also perform your thesis research at your place of employment. The program can be completed on a full or part-time basis.
Curriculum packed with high-demand skills

Research
Graduates apply their knowledge to research in areas of astronomy and space science, cultural artifact and document imaging, nanoimaging and materials, optics, remote sensing, and vision.

Careers
Graduates work in various research and applied roles like Imaging Scientist, Imaging Systems Scientist, Imaging Systems Engineer, and Systems Engineer.

Systems
Employers appreciate the ability of our graduates to apply the imaging chain towards a full systems perspective.

Biomedical
Graduates are well prepared to contribute to both research and applied work in biomedical systems.
Curriculum
Thesis Option
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Project Option
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Admission Requirements
- Complete the graduate application.
- Hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution (undergraduate studies should include the following: mathematics, through calculus and including differential equations; and a full year of calculus-based physics, including modern physics. It is assumed that students can write a common computer program)
- Submit official transcripts (in English) of all previously completed undergraduate and graduate course work
- Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above (or evidence of relevant professional performance)
- Submit a current resume
- Submit a one- to two-page statement of educational objectives
- Submit two letters of recommendation from individuals familiar with the applicant’s academic or research capabilities
- Submit scores from the Graduate Record Exam (GRE)
- A test of English Language aptitude (TOEFL) is required of all applicants and course registrants whose native language is not English. Applicants are exempt from submitting exams if they have worked or studied in the U.S. for the last two years or they are from countries and attended universities whose native language is English.
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