Introduction
Bioengineering is at the interface of engineering and medicine. It is a discipline that advances knowledge in engineering, biology and medicine, and improves human health through cross-disciplinary activities that integrate the engineering sciences with the biomedical sciences and clinical practice.
This one-year programme will educate future clinicians and medical leaders in engineering as applied to healthcare challenges and position them well for interdisciplinary careers at the forefront of healthcare innovation.
The programme is delivered across three terms and will comprise pre-sessional learning, core modules, elective modules and a group research project. Students will be able to specialise by choosing some elective modules to suit their individual interests. Throughout the year, collaboration with other bioengineering students is encouraged; specifically in the group research project, medics and bioengineers will work together to produce original research relating to real-world challenges.
The programme is available to medical students both from Imperial College London and from other institutions.
The programme is run by the Department of Bioengineering.
To find out more about bioengineering please visit the Department of Bioengineering website.
Please note that all applicants will normally be required to have achieved a minimum of Grade ‘B’ at A-Level in Mathematics, or equivalent.
Programme learning outcomes
On successful completion of the programme, students should:
- Be able to recall, explain and deploy core skills in mathematics, programming, electrical engineering and mechanical engineering in a variety of bioengineering contexts.
- Be able to apply engineering skills to analyse and solve problems in biomedical engineering
- Be able to engage in the planning, design and implementation of collaborative multidisciplinary original research in biomedical engineering
- Be able to appreciate the core underpinning physical science and engineering principles in healthcare and biomedicine.
- Be able to access, analyse and critically evaluate scientific and engineering information sources and prepare oral and written reports.
- Plan and develop laboratory investigations in biomedical engineering with due regard for health and safety and ethical considerations.
- Use appropriate mathematical and computational approaches to address clinical and biomedical problems.
- Be able to solve problems using critical thinking, evaluative and analytical skills.
- Be able to communicate technical and non-technical information through a range of methods, to a variety of audiences.
- Work well in multidisciplinary teams, by deploying skills such as teamwork, negotiation, leadership and advocacy.
- Be able to take personal responsibility and work independently to initiate, plan and carry out projects, and manage their time and resources effectively.
Eligibility
This is a one-year intercalated BSc. To be eligible to apply you must:
- Be registered on a recognised Medical, Dental or Veterinary course at a UK or Irish university.
- Have completed at least one year of that course before you apply to Imperial. i.e. you must be at least in Year 2 in 2024/25.
- Have at least one year of your degree left when you return to your home institution after completing your intercalated BSc.
- Have achieved a minimum of Grade ‘B’ at A-Level in Mathematics, or equivalent.
Application Process
You can apply online now for 2025-26 entry. The application deadline will be 4pm on Friday 28th February.
Selection is based on your application form and the supporting documents you will upload with your application.
If you have any queries about the application process, please email the BSc Programmes Team at feo.bsc@imperial.ac.uk.
Second Round of Applications
Unsuccessful or wait-listed applicants will be given the opportunity to make a second round application to any BSc course with space remaining.