• Undergraduate
  • MEng

Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering

Specialise in materials that can stimulate beneficial biological responses in this professionally accredited degree.

Apply your study of materials to the healthcare and medical devices industry in this professional accredited degree

Acquire practical skills through laboratory tutorials and gain a foothold into the world of biomaterials

Specialise in materials that can stimulate beneficial biological responses and complete a substantial research project

Course key facts

  • Qualification

    • MEng

  • Duration

    4 years

  • Start date

    October 2025

  • UCAS course code

    BJ95

  • Study mode

    Full-time

  • Fees

    • £9,535 per year Home

    • £43,300 per year Overseas

  • Delivered by

  • Location

    • South Kensington

  • Applications: places

    5 : 1 (2023)

Minimum entry standard

  • AAA (A-level)

  • 38 points (International Baccalaureate)

View full entry requirements

Course overview

Build your understanding of materials science and specialise in biomaterials and tissue engineering on this professionally accredited Master’s degree.

Technological advances in materials science and engineering (MSE) are transforming our lives in a range of areas, from targeted drug delivery and disease detection, to tissue engineered scaffolds.

During your studies, you'll analyse how materials innovations solve real problems in fields such as healthcare and medical devices.

You’ll also assess how technological advances are creating new opportunities in biomedical engineering, 3D printing, robotics and quantum computing.

This course will see you engage in the scientific and engineering aspects of the discipline, and learn about the processing, structure, and performance of materials. 

As it progresses, you'll design your own experiments to test a hypothesis and investigate materials using characterisation techniques such as electron microscopy and X-ray diffraction.

The third year will see you start to specialise in biomaterials. This includes the flexibility to choose modules that fit with your career interests. 

Your fourth year sees your studies reach Master's level, where you’ll advance your understanding of tissue engineering and apply your skills to an extensive research project.

Structure

This page is updated regularly to reflect the latest version of the curriculum. However, this information is subject to change.

Find out more about potential course changes.

Please note: it may not always be possible to take specific combinations of modules due to timetabling conflicts. For confirmation, please check with the relevant department.

You’ll study the following modules.



Core modules

  • Mathematics and Computing 1
  • Performance of Structural Materials
  • Engineering Practice 1
  • Fundamentals of Processing
  • Structure 1
  • Properties 1

Professional accreditation

This degree is professionally accredited by the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining (IOM3) on behalf of the Engineering Council.

With a professionally accredited degree, you’ll be able to demonstrate to employers that you have achieved an industry-recognised standard of competency. Professional accreditation also provides international recognition of your qualifications, which you can use to launch a career abroad.

With this integrated Master’s degree, you’ll fully meet the educational requirements for professional registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng).

Becoming a Chartered Engineer can further enhance your career prospects and earning potential. It demonstrates your competencies and commitment to lifelong learning – providing you with recognition in your field and greater influence and opportunities.

Our accreditation agreement with IOM3 is renewed every five years. The current accreditation agreement is due to be renewed in August 2028.

Associateship

In addition to your degree, you’ll receive the Associateship of the Royal School of Mines (ARSM) upon completion of this course. This associateship is awarded by one of our historic constituent Colleges.

Teaching and assessment

Teaching and learning methods

  • Laboratory work
  • Person at lectern giving speech
    Lectures
  • Four students sitting in a tutorial
    Tutorials
  • A group of people interacting
    Group work

Balance of assessment

Key

  • Coursework
  • Examination

Year 1

  • 40% Coursework
  • 60% Examination

Year 2

  • 35% Coursework
  • 65% Examination

Year 3

  • 38% Coursework
  • 62% Examination

Year 4

  • 67% Coursework
  • 33% Examination

Assessment methods

  • Microscope for lab work
    Laboratory performance
  • Laboratory reports
  • Code on a computer screen
    Online programming tests
  • Person completing coursework
    Written coursework
  • Group project reports
  • A person completing a written exam
    Written examinations
  • Poster project
    Poster presentations
  • Research thesis
  • Oral presentations

Entry requirements

We consider all applicants on an individual basis, welcoming students from all over the world.

Minimum entry standard

AAA

To include:

  • A in Mathematics
  • A in Chemistry or Physics
  • A in a useful subject (listed below)

Not accepted: General Studies and Critical Thinking, nor are A-levels in foreign languages that are studied in the applicant’s native language.
Science Practical Endorsement: If you are made an offer you will be required to achieve a pass in the practical endorsement in all science subjects that form part of the offer.

Useful subjects: Biology, Computing, Design and Technology, Economics, Electronics, English Language, English Literature, Further Mathematics, Geography, History, Languages, Philosophy, Politics, Psychology

Typical offer

AAA-A*AA (applicants studying three A-levels)

Made to at least 80% of 2023 A-level applicants.

 

Support for widening participation applicants

Our contextual admissions route for UK applicants may entitle you to additional considerations within the application process to help us form a more complete picture of your potential to succeed at Imperial. 

Find out more about who is eligible and what support you may receive.

How to apply

Applications are closed for 2025 entry

Fees and funding

Home fee

2025 entry

£9,535 per year

Important update for 2025 entry

The UK government has announced that, starting in April 2025, maximum tuition fees for Home undergraduate students in England will increase from £9,250 per year to £9,535. Find out more.

 

How will studying at Imperial help my career?

97% Of Imperial Materials graduates in work or further study*

  • 97% Of Imperial Materials graduates in work or further study*
  • 3%

91% Of Imperial Materials graduates in highly skilled work or further study*

  • 91% Of Imperial Materials graduates in highly skilled work or further study*
  • 9%

*2021-22 graduate outcomes data, published by HESA in 2024

Pursue career opportunities related to biomaterials and tissue engineering.

With specialised knowledge, you'll be highly sought after in a range of sectors.

Healthcare, nanotechnology & research and development (R&D) are just some of your options.

You’ll also be highly sought after in emerging sectors such as nanotechnology and biomedical materials.

Other potential career paths include medical devices, tissue engineering, and biotechnology-type examples.

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