Modules

Year 1 Compulsory modules Mathematical Tools and Concepts Fundamentals of Medical Engineering Introduction to Design and Mechanical Engineering Practice Mathematics and Engineering Thermodynamics Mechanical Engineering Science Engineering Global Challenge 1 Year 2 Compulsory modules Physiological Measurement and Maths Mechanical Engineering Design NHS Medical Engineering in Practice and Stress Analysis Introduction to Cell Mechanobiology and Maths Materials and Manufacture Engineering Global Challenge 2 Year 3 Core module Individual Project (Medical Engineering) Compulsory modules Stress Analysis and Applications of Finite Element Analysis Prosthetics, Orthotics and Assistive Technologies Testing Biomaterials and Medical Devices and 3Rs (Replacement, Refinement and Reduction of Animal Experimentation) Artificial Organs and Micro/Nanotechnology for Biomedical Applications Year 4 (Industrial Placement) Your placement is your opportunity to get some real-world work experience under your belt. Just like in the real world, you’ll be responsible for finding and applying for opportunities, with the added benefit of help and support from university services such as the Careers and Employability service based in Student Central. The work you do will be logged and assessed and will count towards your final degree result. Year 5 Core module Engineering Group Project Compulsory modules Medical Imaging, Processing and Analysis Testing Biomaterials and Medical Devices and 3Rs (Replacement, Refinement and Reduction of Animal Experimentation) Medical Device Development and Cardiovascular Devices Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine All modules are subject to availability and this list may change at any time.

Assessment method

You'll be assessed through a combination of written, practical and coursework assessments throughout your degree. Written assessment typically includes exams and multiple choice tests. Practical is an assessment of your skills and competencies. This could include presentations, school experience, work experience or laboratory work. Coursework typically includes essays, written assignments, dissertations, research projects or producing a portfolio of your work.

Professional bodies

Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

• Mechanical Engineers, Institution of
• Engineering and Technology, Institution of
• Physics and Engineering in Medicine, Institute of