Course summary

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. We also offer this course with a Year Abroad and with a Year in Industry. Students interested in these opportunities should apply for this course (BH9C) in the first instance. Transfer to the Year Abroad or Industry options are possible up to the beginning of the third year, on completion of the shared syllabus in years one and two. You need to meet certain academic requirements to be eligible for transfer to the Year Abroad course. If you are an international student, transferring to a different course could have an impact on your visa, but our International Student Support Team are here to help advise and support you. Professional accreditation This degree is professionally accredited by the following organisations on behalf of the Engineering Council:

• Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET)

• Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE)

• Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining (IOM3)

• Institute of Physics and Engineering in Medicine (IPEM)

• Institution of Engineering Designers (IED)