MEng Biomedical Engineering

Program Overview

The University of Strathclyde's MEng Biomedical Engineering program provides comprehensive training in the field, covering both fundamental engineering and biomedical science concepts. It prepares students for diverse career paths in industry, academia, and healthcare, and culminates in an individual research project and a group project that emphasize teamwork and communication skills. The program is accredited by multiple engineering institutions and has a long-standing reputation for excellence in teaching and research.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Study core mechanical and electrical engineering subjects.
• Prepare for a wide range of career opportunities in the industry, academia, hospitals, and government agencies.

Outline:

Year 1 & 2:

• Core concepts in mathematics, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, anatomy, physiology, and molecular bioscience provide fundamental engineering and biomedical science knowledge.
• Specialist classes will develop your Biomedical Engineering focus.

Year 3:

• Apply your knowledge in specific areas of biomedical engineering (e.g., biomechanics and biomedical materials).
• Deepen your understanding of core engineering and biomedical science topics.

Year 4:

• Focus on an individual research project.
• A skills class in research methods and professional studies will provide knowledge of research design and statistical analysis.

Year 5:

• A group project is a major element of this year.
• Teamwork, creative collaboration, communication, and effective management are all developed.
• Advanced study in specialist areas such as medical device design, tissue engineering, and robotic orthopaedic surgery will further develop and broaden your knowledge.

Assessment:

• Written exams
• Assignments
• Presentations
• Individual/group projects
• Final award classification is normally based on the first assessed attempt at compulsory and specified optional classes across all years (except Year 1).

Teaching:

• Your learning will be kept up-to-date through departmental and cross-University research.
• The wide range of optional classes offers you the chance to develop either in-depth knowledge of a specific field within biomedical engineering or to gain an understanding across a variety of topics.

Careers:

• Graduates mainly go onto work in research and development, medical device regulations, and medical device sales.

Other:

• The Department of Biomedical Engineering has recently celebrated its 50th anniversary and is one of the oldest such departments in the world, with expertise and excellence in teaching and research.