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University of Kent

Degree level: Undergraduate

Biomedical Engineering with a Year in Industry

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2023 - 2024
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This course is subject to validation. You can still apply for this course while it is being approved.

Open days

7Dec
University of Kent - Postgraduate Online Open Day On Demand
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Course summary

This Biomedical Engineering degree is the perfect combination of engineering and medicine. You’ll learn how to develop medical-electronic systems whilst learning alongside researchers with expertise in biological sciences. Reasons to study Biomedical Engineering at Kent

  • You’ll get to work in real-life, business critical roles, putting into practice the skills you have gained whilst earning a salary
  • Gain extensive knowledge in areas like human physiology, robotics, and engineering mathematics
  • This course is accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology
  • First-class facilities to support your development with 24-hour access to computer labs
  • Graduates have gone on to a wide range of careers from design of electronic and computer systems to software engineering and computer communications networks
Course details First year: You’ll gain a broad foundation in biomedical engineering in areas like biochemistry, digital technologies and cellular biology. You will take on laboratory based practical work to help you develop an in-depth understanding of electronics and biology. Second and third years: You’ll develop a strong understanding in biomechanics, medical physics, product development and much more. You will then go onto complete a design or development-based engineering project. Year in Industry: This will take place between your second and third year. Students have previously worked in leading companies such as BAE, Pfizer and Airbus. Head over to our website for more details.

How to apply

25Jan

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
05C3
Institution code:
K24
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1
  • Year 2

Entry requirements for advanced entry (i.e. into Year 2 and beyond)

Direct entry into Year 2 of this programme is considered on a case by case basis.

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

English language requirements

Applicants should have grade C or 4 in English Language GCSE or a suitable equivalent level qualification.

Please visit our website for further information:

https://www.kent.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/how-to-apply/english-language-requirements.html

Unistats information

Operated by the Office for Students
83%
Student satisfaction
67%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
89%
Go onto work and study

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

No fee information has been provided for this course

Additional fee information

All fees for 2023/24 are to be confirmed. Please see the programme page at www.kent.ac.uk for further information on fees and funding options.
Biomedical Engineering with a Year in Industry at University of Kent - UCAS