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UCL’s BEng (Hons) Biomedical Engineering combines engineering expertise with life sciences to address modern healthcare challenges. Delivered through the Integrated Engineering Programme (IEP), this interdisciplinary course emphasises innovation, project-based learning, and real-world clinical applications. UCL’s central London location enables strong partnerships with world-leading hospitals and research institutions. The program is accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), supporting professional registration for Incorporated and partially Chartered Engineer status.
UCL is globally recognised for research excellence and is ranked among the world’s top universities:
Top 10 in the UK for Engineering (QS World Rankings by Subject 2025)
Part of the Russell Group and a leading centre for medical and engineering research
IET-accredited, fulfilling UK-SPEC educational requirements
Course overview:
Year 1: Engineering Challenges, Mathematical Modelling and Analysis 1, Design and Professional Skills I (Biomedical Engineering), Foundations of Biomedical Engineering
Year 2: Mathematical Modelling and Analysis II, Programming for Biomedical Engineering, Anatomy and Physiology with Biomedical Applications, Applied Tissue Engineering
Year 3: Clinical Engineering, Medical Imaging for Biomedical Engineers, Medical Electronics and Neural Engineering, Research Project in Biomedical Engineering, along with optional modules
Your assessments will include coursework, presentations, group work, and exams.
Hands-on lab sessions and simulations
Major final-year research project with UCL’s hospital/research partners
IEP interdisciplinary design and group activities
Option to pursue minors in programming, innovation, or languages
Supports registration as Incorporated or partially Chartered Engineer
Graduates often pursue MSc or PhD at UCL or other top institutions
Eligible for careers in NHS, global medical device firms, or academic research
Average earnings: £33,000, 15 months after the course
87% of the students go on to work and/or study
This programme is accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology on behalf of the Engineering Council. 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.A-level: Mathematics and Physics required at grade A. Mathematics and Physics required. Biology acceptable in lieu of Physics, if Physics grade A or 7 achieved at GCSEGCSEs: English Language and Mathematics at grade C or 4.IB: 38, A total of 18 points overall in three higher level subjects, including grade 6 in Mathematics and Physics, with no higher level score below 5. Biology at Higher Level acceptable in lieu of Physics, if Physics taken at Standard Level.The programme will accept either 'Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches' or 'Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation' at higher level.If you do not meet the entry requirements for direct entry to this undergraduate programme, you may be eligible to apply for the Engineering Foundation Year at UCLBiomedical EngineerClinical EngineerMedical Device DesignerRegulatory Affairs SpecialistBiomechanics EngineerTissue EngineerRobotics EngineerQuality Control EngineerResearch Scientist
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