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The MEng Biomedical Engineering at Aston University is a 4-year full-time program with the option of a 5-year pathway including an integrated placement year. Accredited by both the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) and the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), the degree fully satisfies the academic requirements for Chartered Engineer (CEng) status.
Located in Birmingham, the program combines mechanical and electrical engineering, biology, and clinical sciences, offering a curriculum designed to solve complex healthcare problems. Students gain significant practical experience through labs, projects, and optional placements, supported by close partnerships with the NHS, biomedical firms, and research organisations.
Course overview:
Year 1: Introductory Mathematics for Engineering, Digital, and Physical Sciences, Introductory Programming for Engineering and Physical Sciences, Engineering Science 1
Year 2: Advanced Mathematical Modelling, Biomedical Signal Processing, Biomaterials, Medical Biophysics
Year 3 - Placement Year (Optional): Paid placement
Year 3/4: Medical Imaging, Biomedical Implants and Prosthetics, Finite Element Analysis (FEA) for Biomedical Engineers
Final Year: Clinical Trials and Research Design, Medical Devices Regulations, Medical Robotics
Integrated Placement Year in NHS or industry (optional but strongly recommended)
Hands-on projects in all years, including a Group Design Project and individual research project
Access to cutting-edge facilities in biomechanics, biomaterials, and medical imaging
Entrepreneurship module in final year fostering real-world innovation in healthcare
Full academic pathway to Chartered Engineer (CEng) status through accredited MEng
Excellent preparation for postgraduate study including MSc, PhD, or medical school
Career guidance from Aston’s award-winning Careers and Placements Team
Graduates secure roles in global med-tech firms, NHS, consultancy, and research
Opportunities to build a professional network during placement year and industry collaborations
A-level: BBC when including two STEM subjects, BCC when including two STEM subjects, CCC when including two STEM subjects (contextual offer)IB: 29 points overall with 5, 5, 4 including 2 STEM Higher Level subjects.Direct entry into Year 2 availableThis programme is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE)Scholarships availableBiomedical EngineerClinical EngineerMedical Device DesignerRegulatory Affairs SpecialistBiomechanics EngineerTissue EngineerRobotics Engineer
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