Bioengineering BEng (Hons) degree

Program Overview

Students gain hands-on experience in state-of-the-art labs and have the opportunity to complete a research project or an integrated placement year in industry. The program prepares graduates for careers in bioengineering, research, or further academic studies.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Bioengineering BEng (Hons) degree

This Bioengineering program aims to bridge gaps between biological and healthcare challenges, drawing from expertise across many academic departments. It will give you a thorough grounding in engineering systems and applications relevant to bioengineering. You will also gain a sound understanding of human anatomy, physiology and biological functions, and the ability to apply your knowledge and skills to bioengineering problems. The field is rapidly developing, with bioengineers working in a variety of global sectors developing products and technologies to improve people's quality of life and break barriers in medical and sporting achievements. Examples include prosthetics and biomaterial implants, software engineering for advanced and 3D medical imaging, image-guided and robot-assisted surgery, regenerative medicine against incurable diseases, tissue engineering such as bioengineered skin for wounds, 3D bioprinting, medical device development, and new assistive technologies (wearable technology, mobile and e-health). At Loughborough, this course will take you from the fundamental science and engineering to the cutting-edge of the subject. In year three, you will have the opportunity to complete a research project on a specific topic of interest supervised by a member of the academic staff.

Objectives:

• Equip students with a thorough grounding in engineering systems and their application to bioengineering.
• Provide students with a sound understanding of human anatomy, physiology and biological functions, and the ability to apply their knowledge and skills to bioengineering problems.
• Prepare students for a successful career in the bioengineering industry, research or further academic studies.

Other:

• This program also offers the opportunity to study abroad for a year, with a Diploma in International Studies (DIntS) available after successful completion.

Outline:

The program is offered as a 3-year full-time program and a 4-year full-time program with an integrated placement year. The content of the course is based on a combination of lectures, tutorials, independent study, group work, supervision, laboratory work, practical sessions and assessment.

Year 1:

• Semester 1 & 2
• Design and Make Project 1
• Mathematical Methods in Bioengineering
• Computer Aided Engineering
• Anatomy and Physiology
• Engineering Science 1

Year 2:

• Semester 1 & 2
• Design and Make Project 2
• Bioengineering Fluid Mechanics
• Engineering Mathematics 3
• Biochemistry and Cell Biology
• Control Engineering
• Statistics
• Materials Characterisation
• Biomaterials 1 (Biomaterials for Tissue Engineering)
• Digital Systems

Final year:

• Semester 1 & 2
• Bioengineering Individual Project
• Biomedical Component Design
• Management
• Data Analysis
• Optional Modules:
• Biochemical Engineering
• Body Composition and Physiological Measurement
• Bioelectricity and Biophotonics Engineering
• Additive Manufacturing for Product Development

Placement year:

Students on the 4-year program can opt for a paid placement year working in industry, allowing them to apply their knowledge and gain valuable real-world experience.

UK fees Full-time course per annum £9,250 Placement year Approx. 20% of the full-time fee International fees Full-time course per annum £28,600 Placement year Approx. 20% of the full-time fee University fees and charges can be paid in advance and there are several methods of payment, including online payments and payment by instalment. Additional costs While the cost of your tuition covers lots of things, it doesn’t cover everything. For instance this course doesn’t cover the cost of any stationery, printing, books or re-assessments which you might need.