Medical Engineering with a Year in Industry (BEng)

Program Overview

This accredited four-year Medical Engineering program provides a solid foundation in engineering principles and their application in medical technologies. Students gain hands-on experience through a year-long industry placement and develop professional skills through group work and industry connections. Graduates are highly sought after in the medical engineering and broader engineering sectors, finding employment in various organizations.

Program Outline

Medical Engineering with a Year in Industry (BEng)

Degree Overview:

You will choose from a range of authentic engineering problems and industry-focused scenarios to work on both individually and with student engineers from other disciplines. You will gain a comprehensive understanding of mathematics, statistics, natural science, and engineering principles, as well as the ability to formulate and analyze complex problems. You will also have the chance to complete a paid placement working in a location of your choice, including outside the UK. This real-world experience allows you to put your skills into practice and gain valuable insights into the professional world. They find employment in various organizations, including Finsbury Orthopaedics, DePuy Synthes, and Huntleigh Medical.

Outline:

The program is structured as follows:

• Year One: Focuses on building a fundamental knowledge base in relevant subjects like engineering mathematics, computation, fundamentals of medical engineering, and applied design practice.
• Year Two: Begins applying engineering knowledge to medical applications, building upon the foundation laid in year one.
It includes modules like microcontroller applications, embedded design, thermofluids, biomechanics, network analysis, and electrical and electronic engineering.
• Year Three: Consists of a year-long placement in industry, providing invaluable real-world experience and allowing you to apply your knowledge in a professional setting.
• Year Four: Offers a wide range of optional modules, allowing you to specialize in areas of interest and tailor the program to your career aspirations.
This year also includes a 30-credit individual project where you will conduct research in a chosen area with the guidance of a supervisor.

Assessment:

Assessments are varied to evaluate knowledge, understanding, professional skills, and key skills. This includes:

• Tests and exams: Year one and two heavily rely on tests and exams for assessment.
• Written assignments and reports: Short reports, a professional development portfolio, and presentations are standard assessment methods.
• Individual project: Assessed through a dissertation report.
• Peer assessment: May be used in group projects.
• Oral feedback: Provided in classes like design and project work, and via written feedback on coursework and tests.

Teaching:

The program utilizes a diverse range of teaching methods:

• Lectures: Provide the core knowledge and understanding of key concepts.
• Tutorials: Offer opportunities for interactive learning and clarification of doubts.
• Practical laboratory and project-based work: Reinforce theoretical knowledge and develop practical skills.
• Rich library of online learning material: Offers access to resources, including videos, study notes, exercises, and online quizzes.
• Guest lectures from industry experts: Provide insights into real-world applications and career opportunities.

Careers:

Graduates of this program are well-equipped for a variety of careers in the medical engineering and broader engineering sectors. They typically find employment in:

• Medical engineering companies: Designing and developing medical devices, implants, and equipment.
• Healthcare providers: Working on the technical aspects of medical care and research.
• Research institutions: Conducting research and development in the field of medical engineering.
• Other engineering sectors: Applying their skills and knowledge to non-medical engineering challenges.

Other:

• Accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, meeting the academic requirements for registration as a Chartered Engineer.

• Interdisciplinary content links with schools of Biosciences, Psychology, Business, Dentistry, and clinicians in orthopaedics and radiography.

• Open access makerspace for design, creation, and collaboration.

• Frequent feedback on your work through various formats.

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.