Medical Art MSc

Medical art is a broad field that involves creating artwork for medical purposes. It is used in:

• patient communication and information
• medical teaching and training
• pharmaceutical explanations
• courtrooms to help juries understand complex topics

Medical artists work with a range of media, including:

• traditional media such as paint and pencils
• digital drawing and painting software
• digital 3D modelling software
• animation software

This MSc provides a strong foundation in anatomy, observational drawing, and anatomical illustration. It also teaches you how to use specialist software to create:

• 2D illustrations
• 3D interactive models
• animations

There are many reasons to choose the MSc Medical Art at the University of Dundee. The course is accredited by the Institute of Medical Illustrators, ensuring high-quality training. You will also have the opportunity to work on live briefs and receive support from experts in the field.

You’ll have access to both our art school and medical science facilities. You will study anatomy using Thiel-embalmed cadavers. These retain real-life colour, texture, and flexibility. This hands-on experience will help you develop a deep understanding of human anatomy.

Increased employability

This MSc gives you valuable skills that are in high demand in the medical art industry. Graduates go on to work in areas like:

• medical and anatomical education
• medical communications
• e-learning
• medical publishing
• the pharmaceutical industry

The course has strong connections with the NHS, the Institute of Medical Illustrators, and the Medical Artists’ Association of Great Britain, helping to improve your job prospects.

Passionate teaching

You will learn from highly skilled tutors with scientific backgrounds and experienced medical art supervisors. They will teach you both traditional and digital techniques to a high standard.

Student community

As part of this course, you will join a supportive community of students and professionals. Collaboration and networking opportunities will help you build valuable connections in the field of medical art.

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