MSc Engineering for Biomedicine

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Student handbook:

• MSc Engineering for Biomedicine Handbook 2024-25

The programme specification provides a definitive record of the main features of the programme and the learning outcomes that a typical student may reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if s/he takes full advantage of the learning opportunities provided. This programme specification is intended as a reference point for prospective students, current students, external examiners and academic and support staff.

MSc Engineering for Biomedicine 2024-25

Bioengineering is at the interface of engineering and medicine, advancing knowledge in engineering, biology and medicine, and improving human health through cross-disciplinary activities.

This course allows outstanding clinical and life sciences graduates to develop their technical skills and understanding of biomedical engineering.

This course will prepare you to analyse and solve problems in bioengineering using an integrated, multidisciplinary approach. During the course, you will develop your knowledge through interaction with students on other programmes in the Department.

Structure Overview

Your first two terms focus on lectures and practical work, followed by full-time work on a research project. A range of seminars and workshops will help deepen and broaden your research skills-base. 

Tailored courses in maths and computing will enable you to engage with the fundamentals of bioengineering.

In your core modules, you will learn the basics of engineering maths, biomedical imaging, programming skills, statistical and data analysis tools, medical device certification, and how to assess critically relevant scientific literature.

Through optional modules, you will have the chance to learn about a diverse range of topics relevant to regenerative medicine, diagnosis and treatment of disease, orthopaedics, and synthetic biology. Here, you will have the opportunity to develop specialist expertise in areas in which you are most interested.

Your studies culminate in a substantial research project. This project will be hosted by one of our world-leading research groups. 

This course runs for 12 months, starting in late September. You will be expected to spend the summer months working full-time on your individual research project. We do not recommend this course for students who would like to take up clinical jobs starting in early August. 

Further information