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Swansea University’s BEng Biomedical Engineering is a 3-year interdisciplinary program with an optional Year in Industry, accredited by both the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) and the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), providing a direct route to Chartered Engineer (CEng) status. Located at the Bay Campus, the course blends core engineering disciplines with human biology, preparing students for clinical and industrial careers in healthcare technology.
Delivered by active researchers and industry professionals, the curriculum emphasizes lab-based learning and hands-on experience with real-world medical equipment. The program supports employability through industrial placements, group design projects, and opportunities for specialization in areas like rehabilitation, advanced materials, or tissue engineering.
Course overview:
Year 1: Circuit Analysis, Introduction to Materials Engineering, Engineering Mathematics (Biomedical and Chemical), Human Anatomy
Year 2: AI, Machine Learning and Data Analysis, Statistical Methods in Engineering, Design for Medical Engineering
Year 3: Tissue Engineering, Computer Aided Product Design, Individual Engineering Project, Medical Imaging & Informatics
Optional Year in Industry
Year in Industry: Students have the chance to dive into a Year in Industry, where they can gain hands-on experience and make valuable professional connections. This placement can take place either in the UK or abroad, with an average salary of over £15,000. The university is there to provide support and guidance to help students land these opportunities.
Year Abroad: On the other hand, students can opt for a Year Abroad at one of our partner universities. This experience not only enriches their degree but also offers a chance to immerse themselves in different cultures and languages, broadening their perspectives and boosting their employability.
Final-Year Projects: During their final year, students will tackle a 30-credit individual research project alongside a 20-credit group design project. These projects give students the opportunity to apply what they've learned to real-world challenges, helping them develop their analytical and problem-solving skills.
Pursue a career in medical device development, clinical engineering, biomechanics, biomaterials, rehabilitation engineering, or pharmaceutical technology.
Opportunities in industries such as healthcare, medical imaging, diagnostics, prosthetics, and wearable health technologies.
Further academic study through taught master's degrees (e.g., MSc Biomedical Engineering, MSc Medical Physics), research degrees (MPhil/PhD), or medical school entry for qualified candidates.
Potential to register as a Chartered Engineer (CEng) with an accredited MEng or appropriate combination of BEng and MSc, enhancing professional standing.
Entrepreneurial opportunities in health-tech startups or innovation hubs focused on biomedical solutions.
A-level: ABB-BCC (including B in Mathematics). Other recommended subjects include: Physics Further Mathematics Chemistry Design Technology IT/Computing BiologyAccredited by both the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) and the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET)IB: 32 overall with either 5 at HL (or 6 at SL) “Mathematics: analysis and approaches”, or 5 at HL (or 7 at SL) “Mathematics: applications and interpretation”Study abroad opportunity available Your personal details, academic qualifications (predicted works too), a personal statement, evidence of your English language skills (with relevant qualifications), a reference and employment history are required for applications.Biomedical EngineerClinical Engineer/ScientistMedical Research ScientistRehabilitation EngineerProsthetic Design EngineerApplication Engineer in Medical DevicesBioinstrumentation EngineerRobotic Surgical Instruments
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