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PostgraduateCourse summary
The programme is led by the Department of Engineering with some input from the Department of Biosciences. Prospective students registered in this new innovative programme will gain the necessary skills for a career in the Biomedical and Biotechnology fields with an outlook of learning skills for designing and developing relevant biomedical devices and products used in the health sector as well as gaining knowledge of the mechanics and operation of artificial organs in the human body. The programme also covers the use of data and artificial intelligence methods in helping with addressing some of the most pressing challenges in the field of Biomedical Engineering as well as other relevant engineering challenges when applicable. Course Structure During the one-year full-time Masters programme you will study the following: Core modules:
- Biomechanics 4
- Physiological Fluid Mechanics 4
- Artificial Organs 4
- Biotechnology Design Project
- Artificial Intelligence and Deep Learning 4
- Tissue Engineering
- Research and Development Project.
Modules
In recent years, optional modules have included: Non-linear Solid Mechanics 4; Environmental Engineering 4; Optimisation 4.
Assessment method
The learning outcomes in this programme are typically assessed by written exams plus written coursework content (if applicable). The Research and Development project is assessed through a combination of an oral examination session and a written research report.
Entry requirements
The MSc in Biomedical Engineering is designed for graduates from an engineering, sciences (physics) or relevant background with significant engineering/sciences content. You will need a UK first or upper second-class honours degree or equivalent in engineering, sciences (physics) or a relevant related subject. This programme may admit prospective candidates with joint honours degrees in Biology and Physics and Biology and Chemistry provided that the candidates have at minimum one-year post UK A-levels mathematics training (especially topics such as advanced statistics and probability theory and differential equations).
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
The tuition fees for 2025/26 academic year have not yet been finalised, they will be displayed on the www.durham.ac.uk/study website once approved.
Provider information
Durham University
The Palatine Centre
Stockton Road
Durham
DH1 3LE