• Undergraduate
  • MEng

Biomedical Engineering

Develop a breadth and depth of engineering skills and knowledge to address problems in medicine and biology.

Learn how to use technology to help people live longer, healthier and happier lives

Explore a range of disciplines – from mechanics and nanotechnology to physiology, programming and design

Enrich your studies with the opportunity to take a year abroad or put your knowledge into practice during a year in industry

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Course key facts

  • Qualification

    • MEng

  • Duration

    4 Years

  • Start date

    October 2025

  • UCAS course code

    BH9C

  • Study mode

    Full-time

  • Fees

    • £9,535 per year Home

    • £43,300 per year Overseas

  • Delivered by

  • Location

    • South Kensington

  • Applications: places

    4 : 1 (2023)

Minimum entry standard

  • A*AA (A-level)

  • 39 points (International Baccalaureate)

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Course overview

As a biomedical engineer, you'll learn to use technology to help people live longer, healthier and happier lives.

You will have the chance to take fundamental engineering principles and knowledge of the human body and see how they are applied to potentially life-changing projects.

This course will suit you if you're interested in learning about a range of disciplines – from mechanics and nanotechnology to physiology, programming and design. Your course will be rooted in practical activities across these subjects, learning in our state-of-the-art facilities and interdisciplinary community.

With the ability to tailor your engineering interests to biomedical, electrical, mechanical or computational bioengineering, you'll be able to find a niche that suits you.

The skills you'll have the opportunity to develop will allow you to pursue careers in a range of sectors, whether it’s medical physics, starting your own company, or applying to a graduate medical programme.

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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 will study all of the following core modules.

Core modules

Professional accreditation

This degree is professionally accredited by the following organisations on behalf of the Engineering Council:

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

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.

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 course accreditations are renewed every five years; the current accreditation agreement covering the current academic year and onwards is provisional and subject to our satisfying the requirements of the accrediting Professional Engineering Institutes, which we expect to complete by the end of the Academic Year.

Associateship

In addition to your degree, you’ll receive the Associateship of the City and Guilds of London Institute (ACGI) upon completion of this course. This associateship is awarded by one of our historic constituent Colleges.

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Teaching and assessment

Balance of teaching and learning

Key

  • Lectures, seminars and similar
  • Independent study, group projects and individual research project

Year 1

  • 27% Lectures, seminars and similar
  • 73% Independent study, group projects and individual research project

Year 2

  • 27% Lectures, seminars and similar
  • 73% Independent study, group projects and individual research project

Year 3

  • 17% Lectures, seminars and similar
  • 83% Independent study, group projects and individual research project

Year 4

  • 17% Lectures, seminars and similar
  • 83% Independent study, group projects and individual research project

Teaching and learning methods

  • Laboratory sessions
  • Person at lectern giving speech
    Lectures and guest lectures
  • People collaborating and completing practical work.
    Make, build and test activities
  • Four students sitting in a tutorial
    Tutorials
  • Study groups
  • Blackboard virtual learning environment
    Virtual learning environment

Balance of assessment

Key

  • Coursework
  • Examinations

Year 1

  • 30% Coursework
  • 70% Examinations

Year 2

  • 30% Coursework
  • 70% Examinations

Year 3

  • 47% Coursework
  • 53% Examinations

Year 4

  • 59% Coursework
  • 41% Examinations

Assessment methods

  • Person completing coursework
    Coursework
  • A person completing a written exam
    Examinations
  • Oral presentations
  • Poster project
    Poster presentations

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Entry requirements

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

Minimum entry standard

A*AA

To include:

  • A* in Mathematics
  • A in Physics
  • A in a third subject 

Not accepted: General Studies and Critical Thinking
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.

Typical offer

  • A*AA–A*A*A (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.

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How to apply

Applications are closed for 2025 entry

Applications are closed for 2025 entry.

Fees and funding

Home fee

2025 entry

£9,535 per year

Year abroad

2025 entry

£1,450 for that year

Year in industry

2025 entry

£950 for that 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?

96% Of Imperial Bioengineering graduates in work or further study*

  • 96% Of Imperial Bioengineering graduates in work or further study*
  • 4%

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

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

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

This career-oriented degree allows you to pursue opportunities in a rapidly expanding field.

Around 60% of postgraduates find employment upon graduation, while just over a third opt for continued study or training.

Be equipped with the skills essential to pursue opportunities across a variety of career paths.

You can pursue a career in a range of sectors – with sought-after skills in medicine, healthcare and the medical devices industry.

Other potential career paths could include research, teaching, start-ups, consultancy and finance.

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