| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2025-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
Cardiff University's Medical Engineering program equips students with the knowledge and skills to work as professional medical engineers. The industry-led curriculum, accreditations, and collaborations with healthcare providers ensure graduates are prepared for careers in medical device development, healthcare technology, and research.
Program Outline
Medical Engineering (BEng) - Cardiff University
Degree Overview
Program Objectives:
- To equip graduates with the knowledge and skills necessary to work as professional medical engineers.
- To develop students' ability to design and solve real-world medical engineering problems.
- To foster collaboration with industry partners and healthcare providers.
Key Features:
- Industry-led curriculum informed by leading academics and professionals.
- Accreditations from prestigious institutions like the Institution of Mechanical Engineers and the Energy Institute.
- Focus on developing professional skills through teamwork, communication, and problem-solving exercises.
- Access to dedicated labs, open-access makerspaces, and advanced technology for design and research.
- Opportunities to engage with healthcare professionals and industry representatives through internships, placements, and guest lectures.
- Emphasis on ethical and responsible engineering practices.
Outline
Program Length:
3 years (full-time)
Program Structure:
- Years 1 and 2: Primarily core modules providing fundamental knowledge and skills in engineering, mathematics, physics, and medical science.
- Year 3: Balance of core and optional modules, allowing students to tailor their studies to their chosen career path.
- Individual project in Year 3: students choose a research area and conduct an in-depth study under the guidance of a supervisor.
Sample Year 1 Modules:
- Engineering Maths and Computation: Introduces mathematical and computational tools used in engineering.
- Applied Design and Practice: Focuses on developing design skills and utilizing engineering tools.
Sample Year 2 Modules:
- Microcontroller Applications and Embedded Design: Introduces microcontroller programming and applications.
- Thermofluids: Covers principles of heat transfer and fluid mechanics.
- Biomechanics 1: Introduction to biomechanics and its applications in healthcare.
Sample Year 3 Modules:
- Industrial Project Management: Develops skills in project management and leadership.
- Project: Independent research project on a chosen topic.
- Biomechanics 2: Advanced biomechanical concepts and applications.
Optional Modules:
- Control and Instrumentation
- Solid Mechanics and Dynamics
- Manufacturing Systems Design
- Fluid Mechanics
- Medical Device Evaluation
- Fluid Power and Control
Assessment
Assessment Methods:
- Continuous assessments through tests, assignments, and presentations.
- Written examinations at the end of each semester.
- Individual project worth 30 credits, assessed through a dissertation report.
Assessment Criteria:
- Knowledge and understanding of relevant engineering and medical principles.
- Problem-solving skills and ability to apply theoretical concepts to real-world scenarios.
- Communication skills through written reports, presentations, and team projects.
- Ethical and responsible engineering practices.
Teaching
Teaching Methods:
- Lectures and tutorials by experienced academics and professionals.
- Practical laboratory work and project-based learning.
- Access to online learning materials, including videos, exercises, and discussion boards.
Faculty:
- Qualified and experienced academics with expertise in medical engineering and related fields.
- Strong industry connections and active research involvement.
Unique Approaches:
- Interdisciplinary collaborations with Schools of Biosciences, Psychology, Business, and Dentistry.
- Engagement with healthcare professionals and industry partners to ensure curriculum relevance.
- Emphasis on developing professional skills through group projects, presentations, and real-world problem solving.
Careers
Career Prospects:
- Medical engineering roles in various industries, including medical device development, healthcare technology, and research.
- Opportunities in broader engineering fields, such as mechanical, electrical, and biomedical engineering.
- Career paths in the healthcare sector, including clinical engineering, product development, and regulatory affairs.
Graduate Opportunities:
- Recent graduates employed by medical engineering companies like Finsbury Orthopaedics, DePuy Synthes, and Huntleigh Medical.
- Participation in competitive clinical engineering/scientist training programs offered by the Institute of Physics and Engineering in Medicine.
- Cardiff University ranked highly in student satisfaction surveys.
- Program graduates achieve high employment rates after completion.
Fees for home status
We are currently awaiting confirmation on tuition fees for the 2025/26 academic year. The University reserves the right to increase tuition fees in the second and subsequent years of a course as permitted by law or Welsh Government policy. Where applicable we will notify you of any change in tuition fee by the end of June in the academic year before the one in which the fee will increase.
Students from the EU, EEA and Switzerland
We are currently awaiting confirmation on tuition fees for the 2025/26 academic year. Learn more about the undergraduate fees for students from the Channel Islands or the Isle of Man. We are currently awaiting confirmation on tuition fees for the 2025/26 academic year.
Additional costs
Course specific equipment
Ni fydd angen unrhyw gyfarpar penodol. Bydd y Brifysgol yn darparu adnoddau fel cyfrifiaduron a meddalwedd cysylltiedig, offer labordy (gan gynnwys unrhyw offer diogelwch) ac unrhyw adnoddau dysgu eraill fydd eu hangen.
Accommodation
We have a range of residences to suit your needs and budget.
Living costs
We're based in one of the UK's most affordable cities. Find out more about living costs in Cardiff.
