
Neurotechnology
Develop your expertise for a career at the interface between neuroscience and engineering.
Develop your expertise for a career at the interface between neuroscience and engineering
Get industry recognition with an accredited degree
Work alongside neuroscience experts on a full-time research project
Course key facts
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Qualification
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MRes
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Duration
1 year
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Start date
October 2023
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Study mode
Full-time
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Fees
£16,600 Home
£38,600 Overseas
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Delivered by
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Location
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South Kensington
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White City
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Minimum entry standard 2023
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2:1 in an engineering discipline, or physical, mathematical, medical or biological science with quantitative skills
Course overview
Gain technical knowledge and expertise in neurotechnology on this one-year MRes course.
You'll develop skills towards an innovative research career in the field and learn how to investigate neural function and treat dysfunction.
Neurotechnology uses insights and tools from mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology and engineering to help reduce the burden of brain-related illnesses.
Through lectures and practical work, you'll explore specialised concepts in neurotechnology research and consider future developments and technologies.
You'll also apply techniques and problem-solving skills from the course to an area of interest on an extensive research project.
Structure
This page is updated regularly to reflect the latest version of the curriculum. However, this information is subject to change.
Find out more about potential course changes.
You’ll take all of these core modules.
Core Modules
Gain a grounding in core neuroscience concepts and understand the ‘state of the art’ with regard to research methodology.
Discover the basics of python programming and statistical methods and understand the underlying concepts of statistics.
Explore a broad range of topics related to neural engineering and relevant to your specific research project.
Become familiar with the breadth and variety of research in neurotechnology, and develop presentation, writing and critical analysis skills.
Begin the background research and planning for your project.
For Topics in Neural Engineering, you'll choose two optional modules.
Example modules are shown here, but are subject to availability.
Optional modules
Examine advanced imaging technologies and critically evaluate and design imaging experiments to analyse dynamic processes in complex biological systems.
Explore the core aspects of biological and clinical measurement such as data handling, sampling and measurement.
Understand the fundamental biological and biophysical processes involved in cancer and the application of bioengineering to better understand and manage the disease.
Cover the scope of biomimetics and investigate the principles that help engineers solve technical problems using inspiration from nature.
Discover technology used in clinical settings for interfacing of the human brain to electronic circuitry.
Study biomechanics on a cellular scale and investigate methods of sensing and cell manipulation.
Appreciate the role of computational and theoretical approaches to understanding the nervous system.
Understand the basic physics of ionising radiation as safely implemented in radiotherapy, and review the range of applications used in the treatment of patients.
Learn about the neurobiology of hearing and the characteristics of speech and the principles of its processing.
Assess the control of human movement from the perspective of both adaptation of the neural control system and adaptation of properties of the mechanical plant.
Examine digital image processing relevant to image analysis and appreciate aspects of computation involved in interpreting images.
Appreciate the basic physics of nuclear medicine and discover the range of applications used in the diagnosis and treatment of patients.
Analyse a range of appropriate mathematical models to model biological systems and analyse complex biological data.
Deepen your understanding of the key skills needed by professional engineers in the development of medical systems and devices, specifically in the preparation of regulatory approval.
Explore various aspects of medical device entrepreneurship, looking at case studies from start-ups, industry and investment firms to gain a sense of the process and challenges in developing your own business idea.
Analyse engineering principles and approaches towards the study of biomechanical behaviour from a cellular to tissue scale.
Become familiar with the latest advanced features of medical imaging (CT, X-ray, MR and US) and their use in modern hospital practice.
Examine how images of the body can be obtained using different forms of penetrating radiation and how different forms of imaging work.
Understand reinforcement learning and its mathematical foundations.
Learn how to describe organ systems and their functions, covering everything from the cardiovascular system to brain function and the musculoskeletal and respiratory systems.
Examine fundamental concepts in normal tissue development and discuss their imitation within a lab setting.
You'll complete a nine-month research project, with full-time project work starting in the spring term.
This will provide an opportunity for you to develop cutting edge research capabilities under the close supervision of academics and their research teams.
Professional accreditation
This degree is accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE), the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining (IOM3) and Institution of Engineering Designers (IED), on behalf of the Engineering Council as meeting the requirements for Further Learning for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
Our accreditation agreements are renewed every five years and the current agreement runs until 2023.
Teaching and assessment
Balance of teaching and learning
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- Lectures and tutorials
- Independent study
- Research project
- 4% Lectures and tutorials
- 18% Independent study
- 78% Research project
Teaching and learning methods
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Lectures
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Study groups
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Tutorials
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Computing labs
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Presentations
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Virtual learning environment
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Guest lectures
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Independent study
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Flipped teaching
Balance of assessment
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- Coursework
- Exams
- Practical
- 44% Coursework
- 6% Exams
- 50% Practical
Assessment methods
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Coursework
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Written exams
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Oral presentations
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Written reports
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Dissertation
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Practical training elements
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Poster presentations
Entry requirements
We consider all applicants on an individual basis, welcoming students from all over the world.
How to apply
Apply online
You can submit one application form per year of entry. You can choose up to two courses.
Application deadlines – Round 2 closes on Friday 3 March 2023
Applications will be considered in three rounds. When you apply will determine which round you are considered in and when you can expect a decision on your application.
- Round 1 deadline: Friday 16 December 2022. Decision can be expected by Friday 27 January 2023.
- Round 2 deadline: Friday 3 March 2023. Decision can be expected by Friday 28 April 2023.
- Round 3 deadline: Friday 7 July 2023. Decision can be expected by Friday 4 August 2023.
We recommend that you apply as early as possible to give you the best chance of being considered for your preferred project.
Before you apply for this course, you must decide on a supervisor and agree on a research project with them.
Please review the pages below which will help you in identifying a supervisor and give greater detail on the steps you need to take before making an application.
- MRes Neurotechnology – How to apply
- Centre for Neurotechnology – Supervisors
If you are applying for a taught Master’s course, you will need to pay an application fee before submitting your application.
The fee applies per application and not per course:
- £80 for all taught Master's applications excluding those to the Imperial College Business School
- £100 for all MSc applications to the Imperial College Business School
- £150 for MBA applications to the Imperial College Business School
There is no application fee for MRes courses, Postgraduate Certificates, Postgraduate Diplomas or research courses, such as PhDs and EngDs.
If you are facing financial hardship and are unable to pay the application fee, we encourage you to apply for our application fee waiver.
Find out more about how to apply for a Master's course, including references and personal statements.
Unless you are from an exempt nationality, you will need an ATAS certificate to obtain your visa and study this course.
Nationals from the following countries are exempt: Switzerland, Australia, Canada, Japan, New Zealand, Singapore, South Korea, USA and EEA members.
Use this information when applying for an ATAS certificate to study this course:
- CAH code: CAH10-01-06
- Descriptor: bioengineering, medical and biomedical engineering
- Supervisor name: Professor Anthony Bull
Get guidance and support for obtaining an ATAS certificate.
Tuition fees
Home fee
2023 entry
£16,600
You should expect and budget for your fees to increase each year.
Your fee is based on the year you enter the College, not your year of study. This means that if you repeat a year or resume your studies after an interruption, your fees will only increase by the amount linked to inflation.
Find out more about our tuition fees payment terms, including how inflationary increases are applied to your tuition fees in subsequent years of study.
Whether you pay the Home or Overseas fee depends on your fee status. This is assessed based on UK Government legislation and includes things like where you live and your nationality or residency status. Find out how we assess your fee status.
If you're a UK national, or EU national with settled or pre-settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme, you may be able to apply for a Postgraduate Master’s Loan from the UK government, if you meet certain criteria.
For 2022-23 entry, the maximum amount was £11,836. The loan is not means-tested and you can choose whether to put it towards your tuition fees or living costs.
Overseas fee
2023 entry
£38,600
You should expect and budget for your fees to increase each year.
Your fee is based on the year you enter the College, not your year of study. This means that if you repeat a year or resume your studies after an interruption, your fees will only increase by the amount linked to inflation.
Find out more about our tuition fees payment terms, including how inflationary increases are applied to your tuition fees in subsequent years of study.
Whether you pay the Home or Overseas fee depends on your fee status. This is assessed based on UK Government legislation and includes things like where you live and your nationality or residency status. Find out how we assess your fee status.
If you're a UK national, or EU national with settled or pre-settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme, you may be able to apply for a Postgraduate Master’s Loan from the UK government, if you meet certain criteria.
For 2022-23 entry, the maximum amount was £11,836. The loan is not means-tested and you can choose whether to put it towards your tuition fees or living costs.
Your future career
Gain transferable skills relevant to a career in the emerging field of neurotechnology.
Work in a multidisciplinary team and develop your research, analysis and presentation skills
Build a solid research foundation before pursuing a PhD or working in neurotechnology.
With specialised knowledge, you'll be highly sought after in a range of sectors.
Medicine, healthcare and the medical device industry are just some of your options.
Other potential career paths could include research, teaching, start-ups, consultancy and finance.
Further links
Contact the department
- Telephone: +44 (0)20 7594 5146
- Email: be.pgadmissions@imperial.ac.uk
Course Director: Dr Andrei Kozlov
Visit the Department of Bioengineering website.
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