BEng (Hons) Biomedical Engineering
The ever-expanding field of biomedical engineering combines scientific and engineering principles to create and improve medical technology. As a Biomedical Engineering undergraduate, you’ll have the opportunity to join the next generation of engineers and contribute to the advancement of this important industry.
Course details
If you’re skilled in science and want to make a difference in the healthcare industry, our Biomedical Engineering degree course could give you the opportunity to fulfil your goals and reach your full potential. Incorporating elements of engineering, health, biology and sport, biomedical engineering is concerned with the design, development and technical support of medical equipment used by the healthcare industry.
This course aims to provide you with a good grounding in biomedical engineering principles and related subjects like biomechanics, application of engineering materials and product design. Run in collaboration with the University’s specialists in human movement science, the course also presents opportunities to learn more about how biomedical engineering supports rehabilitation for a diverse population, from general public patients, to professional athletes.
We offer access to the latest technology, high-specification laboratory equipment and the chance to work with internationally recognised research teams. You’ll also benefit from varied teaching and interactive learning opportunities designed to help you develop and apply problem solving, modelling and analytical skills, based on theory and practice.
- UCAS points: 96
- Start date: 21/09/2020
- Location: The University of Bolton
- Award: BEng (Hons)
- UCAS code: 2S33
- Duration: 3 years
Course highlights:
- This course has been developed with input from key industry employers. We have strong industry links, reinforced by live briefs and case studies developed in conjunction with industry, as well as opportunities for placements.
- You’ll receive hands-on access to a wide variety of specialist facilities, including our high-spec instrumentation laboratory, microscopy facility, tissue engineering suite, biomechanics facility, biomedical sensors lab and rapid prototyping facility.
- You can participate in the annual IMechE challenge, where you’ll have the opportunity to design, create and operate a device to solve real world problems.
- This course follows the guidelines developed by the Engineering Council (UK-SPEC).
Key features:
- You’ll have the opportunity to access advanced technology, such as our 3D motion capture system (with ground reaction force platforms), isokinetic dynamometer, mass spectrometer, 3D printing, teaching robot, composite materials manufacturing cell, engineering simulation software and confocal microscope.
- Working with internationally recognised research teams, you’ll explore subject areas like materials, medical devices and biological systems in depth, witnessing real life applications of biomedical devices in sports science and rehabilitation contexts.
- You’ll be introduced to topics that explore the principles and influencing factors of medical engineering and the wider multidisciplinary engineering context, such as issues of ethics and economics.
- On successful completion of this course, you’ll be awarded a BEng (Hons) in Biomedical Engineering.
Entry requirements
- UCAS points: 96
- Start date: 21/09/2020
- Location: The University of Bolton
- Award: BEng (Hons)
- UCAS code: 2S33
- Duration: 3 years
Your Level 3 subjects must include mathematics or a science subject; for instance, A-level Biology/Physics or BTEC Extended Diploma in Applied Science/Engineering. You should also have five GCSEs at grade C or above or grade 4 to 9 (or equivalent) including English, Mathematics and Science. Please note that Health and Social Care is not acceptable as a science subject.
You may be required to attend an interview and/or provide a portfolio of work.
If English isn’t your first language you’ll also need IELTS 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in any band (or equivalent). We also accept a range of other English language qualifications – please visit our English Language Requirements web page for more details. Find out more
Career opportunities
Biomedical engineering is a rapidly evolving field in which engineering principles and technology are applied to medical and biological problems in healthcare, rehabilitation and advanced materials. As a biomedical engineering graduate you should have developed a broad skillset, including excellent communication abilities, spatial and three dimensional conceptual awareness, commercial awareness, attention to detail, the ability to work under pressure, and excellent problem solving capabilities.
What can I do with this qualification?
Biomedical engineers have varied careers in many environments, such as hospitals, private and public research facilities, medical institutions, universities and government agencies. After successfully completing the course, you could be employed by the NHS or a private company (in engineering or related disciplines), develop a career in medical technology or the pharmaceutical industry, enter academic or private biomedical research, or work in a range of healthcare organisations.
Alternatively, you may choose to move on to a Master’s or doctoral degree specialising in medical engineering or medical physics, or progress to a medical degree.
If you’re attracted to a career in medicine, you may also be interested in becoming a physician associate (PA). Physician associates work under the direct supervision of a doctor and carry out many similar tasks, including patient examination, diagnosis and treatment. The University of Bolton’s MSc Physician Associate Studies course is open to Biomedical Engineering graduates who achieve at least an Upper Second Class (2.1) Honours degree, and takes only two years to complete.
Alternative career options
- Teaching and education
- Mechanical engineering
- Electrical and electronic engineering
- Materials engineering
- Medical physics
- Medical administration
- Research and development
- Clinical science
- Medicine
- Consultancy
- Technical writing
Professional recognition
We’re in the process of obtaining accreditation of the BEng (Hons) Biomedical Engineering programme from the Institute of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE).
Fees & funding
Home/EU fees
| Year of study | Total | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entry year | 2020/21 | 2021/22 | 2022/23 | 2023/24 | |
| 2020/21 | £9,250 | £9,250 | £9,250 | - | £27,750 |
| 2021/22 | - | null | null | null | null |
International fees
| Year of study | Total | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entry year | 2020/21 | 2021/22 | 2022/23 | 2023/24 | |
| 2020/21 | £12,450 | £12,450 | £12,450 | - | £37,350 |
| 2021/22 | - | null | null | null | null |
The fees for a student’s course of study will be set for the normal duration of that course subject only to inflationary increases – measured by the Consumer Price Index (CPI) recorded in March each year to take effect for subsequent start dates.
The University is currently awaiting Government guidelines as to EU fee charges for students commencing study in 2019/20.
UK undergraduate tuition fees are subject to UK government approval and are subject to the outcome of the Teaching Excellence Framework.
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Key facts
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UCAS code:
2S33 -
Course type:
Full-time -
Start date:
21/09/2020 -
Location:
The University of Bolton -
Award:
BEng (Hons) -
UCAS points:
96 -
Duration:
3 years
Contact us
Mohammad Sanami
Programme Leader
Email: M.Sanami@bolton.ac.uk
Telephone: +44 (0)1204 903109
Enquiry Team
University of Bolton
Email: enquiries@bolton.ac.uk
Telephone: +44 (0)1204 903903
