Erasmus Mundus - Master of Science in Imaging and Light in Extended Reality

All IMLEX students start semester 1 at the University of Eastern Finland. In semester 2, students choose one track: Computational Imaging at Université Jean Monnet, or Lighting at KU Leuven. The second study year, semester 3, starts at Toyohashi University of Technology. Semester 4 is dedicated to the Master's thesis in one of the partner universities or in the industry.

IMLEX Courses taught in the University of Eastern Finland

General Introduction Courses on Imaging, Light, and Extended Reality

• Photonics and Optics Fundamentals
• Introduction to Algorithmic Data Analysis
• Robotics and XR
• Physical Optics
• Eye Tracking
• English or Japanese or National Language Course

Lighting Track

• Mathematical Methods for Photonics
• Applications of Photonics

Computational Imaging Track

• Color Science
• Advanced Spectral Imaging

IMLEX Courses taught in KU Leuven

Lighting Track

• Lighting Science
• Lighting Technology
• Lighting Metrology
• Lighting Design
• Lighting Business

IMLEX Courses taught at University Jean Monnet

Computational Imaging Track

• Real-time 3D Visualization
• Real-time Processing of Conventional and Non-Conventional Images with GPU
• Complex Computer Rendering Methods in Real-time
• Machine Learning: Fundamentals and Algorithms
• Deep Learning and Computer Vision
• English or Japanese or National Language Course

IMLEX Courses Taught at Toyohashi University of Technology

Core Courses for All Students

• Data Science and Analysis
• Advanced Research Methods
• Case Study in Imaging and Light and XR
• Ethics for Researchers

Lighting Track

• Human Sensation and Perception
• X Reality and Psychology

Computational Imaging Track

• 3D Vision Computation
• Robotic Perception and Human-Robot Interaction

Master's Thesis Delivered by Academic or Industrial Partner

• Master's Thesis (Japan)

Are you interested in Eye Tracking, Photonics, Imaging, Extended Reality and Lighting? Have you obtained a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electrical Engineering or Photonics? Are you ready to study in a real international environment? And do you want to get to know both the Japanese and European cultural contexts? In the IMLEX master's programme, you will immerse yourself in the world of visual wonder through a multidisciplinary and innovative approach combining Imaging, Lighting and Information Technology.

The courses are fully taught in English.

• Credits: 120 ECTS
• Degree Type: Master
• Specifications: Master of Science.

What sets us apart as a university?

A highly ranked university

KU Leuven is among the best 100 universities in the world according to both Times Higher Education World Rankings and QS World University Rankings. All of KU Leuven’s disciplines proudly belong to the top 100 of their field. Furthermore, KU Leuven was ranked by Reuters as the most innovative university in Europe in 2016.

Research-based education

Education at KU Leuven is research-based, which means students will learn from the same professors who are performing the ground-breaking research you read about in the press. New insights are instantly integrated into classes and students are encouraged to perform their own research. In our FabLab, students can use a number of high-tech machines to create whatever they want – all free of charge.

Affordable tuition fees

Higher education is highly valued in Belgium and therefore subsidised by the government. This allows KU Leuven to keep tuition fees relatively low, which gives you a price/quality ratio very few top-100 universities can match. We take pride in keeping our programmes as accessible as possible to allow the brightest students from around the globe to join our courses.

International student life with respect for diversity

According to Times Higher Education, KU Leuven is in the top 50 of most international universities worldwide with staff and students from over 150 different nationalities. For all our international students, the Pangaea student centre is their home away from home. Our university also strives for diversity and inclusion and wants to work together on a pact for more respect.

KU Leuven combines the best of both worlds by hosting both online and live info sessions. You choose how, where and when to get your information in your search for the right program

KU Leuven is among the best 100 universities in the world according to both Times Higher Education World Rankings and QS World University Rankings. KU Leuven’s disciplines proudly belong to the top 100 of their field. Furthermore, KU Leuven was ranked by Reuters as the most innovative university in Europe in 2016.

IMLEX graduates will find broad employment opportunities in various sectors including lighting, robotics, imaging and optics.

Upon completion of the programme, you will be well equipped with professional and socials skills and you will be an expert who, in addition to a solid theoretical understanding of virtual reality, also possesses strong practical skills in virtual reality applications. Your engineering profile can lead you to careers across the industry from technological expert to researcher or boardroom executive, performing a wide range of functions.