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Biomedical Technology at Robert Gordon University - UCAS

Robert Gordon University

Degree level: Postgraduate
Awarded by: Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen

Biomedical Technology (Taught)

Course summary

The rapidly developing and rewarding field of biomedical technology involves engineering, constructing and operating medical devices. Graduates can go on to work as engineers in the medical device industry, producing the next generation of devices such as prosthetics, through to specialists working in healthcare operating and maintaining equipment for diagnosis and treatment. Our course provides current biomedical technology knowledge and the understanding of its application within industry. We also offer you introductory as well as specialist modules such as regulatory quality management (ISO 13485), biomaterials, biosensors. In the final semester, you will complete an industrial placement and have the opportunity to work on industry relevant individual projects. This course is open to science and engineering graduates and those working within hospitals or related industry or who want to work in healthcare organisations, in the medical devices industry.

Modules

Quality Assurance, Regulation and Medical Ethics, Biomaterials, Biosensors, Quality Improvement and Statistical Process Control, Biomedical Technology Applications, Group Biomedical Technology Project, Principles of Biomechanics and Instrumentation, MSc Biomedical Technology Project and Industrial Placement


How to apply

International applicants

Applicants whose first language is not English should have an IELTS of 6.5 overall, with no component lower than 5.5, or an equivalent. We accept a variety of in-country and secure English language tests, find out more:https://www.rgu.ac.uk/study/international-students/english-language-requirements

Entry requirements

Applicants normally hold a 2:2 Engineering, Science or equivalent degree in relevant subject. A background in systems science, engineering, or physics is strongly recommended for entry to this MSc course. Applicants with an HND with relevant industrial experience may be considered for entry. Prospective students with an HND and relevant industrial experience may be called for an interview.


Fees and funding

Tuition fees

No fee information has been provided for this course

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

For more information on RGU’s tuition fees please visit the RGU website- https://www.rgu.ac.uk/study/courses/1150-pgcert-pgdip-msc-biomedical-technology You may qualify for a scholarship or financial award. For more information please visit the RGU website- https://www.rgu.ac.uk/study/finance-funding/funding-and-scholarships-search
Biomedical Technology at Robert Gordon University - UCAS