Overview

With this Developing an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based self-training platform for laparoscopic surgery project at University of Dundee , we will develop machine vision and machine learning techniques and integrate those with physical box trainers.

Practicality

The autonomous and Intelligent Laparoscopy (AILap) Trainer with Real-Time Feedback system will be tested on commonly performed laparoscopic procedures associated with proficiency-gain/learning curve and that involves laparoscopic suturing as an unreplaceable skill (e.g., laparoscopic fundoplication, laparoscopic gastric-bypass of bariatric surgery, and laparoscopic closure of common bile duct after common bile exploration).

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Programme Structure

The laparoscopic training method with Artificial Intelligence (AI) would address the core challenges that have not been met with the current training platforms:

wide accessibility

self-training with effective and immediate feedback

scalability (low cost) to be widely applied in any country (low- and middle-income countries).

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-05-01 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2026-09-16 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-31 00:00:00

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Dundee, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Biomedical Science Computer Sciences Artificial Intelligence View 56 other PhDs in Biomedical Science in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

You should have an honours degree at 2.1 or above, and/or a Masters degree in a relevant discipline.

IELTS 6.5

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

21940 GBP / year

≈ 21940 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

4786 GBP / year

≈ 4786 GBP / year

Additional Details

Band 2

National: £9,120

International: £26,570

Band 3

National: £13,148

International: £30,965 or £39,800

Living costs

Dundee

United Kingdom

787 - 1494 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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