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Newcastle University’s MSc Biomedical Engineering offers interdisciplinary, research-led training that integrates engineering, biology, and medicine to advance healthcare technology. Students select one of two specialist streams Biomechanical or Biomaterials allowing tailored focus on areas like orthopaedic engineering or tissue engineering and biofabrication.
The program combines theory and practical training through immersive block teaching, research-led modules, and industry-informed instruction. Students benefit from access to advanced laboratories in CAD, microfabrication, neuroprosthetics, tissue engineering, and biomaterials, housed in the newly redeveloped £110 million Stephenson Building—a state-of-the-art collaborative engineering facility.
With direct input from industry professionals and clinicians, the course equips graduates with the skills and experience needed to innovate in medical device design, diagnostics, and healthcare technologies.
Choose from Biomechanical or Biomaterials specialisations
Course Overview
Common Modules: MSc Project: Mechanical and Systems Engineering, Medical Devices Regulatory Requirements, Contemporary Case Study in Biomedical Engineering, Orthopaedic Engineering, Biomaterials
Biomechanical stream Modules: Medical Devices Regulatory Requirements, Biomaterials, Lifetime Prediction & Design for Reliability, Orthopaedic Engineering, Biomedical Additive Manufacture and Bio fabrication, Contemporary Case Studies in Biomedical Engineering, MSc Project: Mechanical and Systems Engineering
Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering Stream Modules: Medical Devices Regulatory Requirements, Biomaterials, Orthopaedic Engineering, Contemporary Case Study in Biomedical Engineering, Tissue Engineering, Biomimetics, MSc Project: Mechanical and Systems Engineering
Teaching Methods: Lectures and Tutorials, Visits to local hospitals and industry, Seminars, Practical laboratory sessions, Computer workshops, Research-led projects, Group work, Personal supervision
Assessment Methods: Case study, Computer assessment, Design or creative project, Dissertation, Essay, Oral examination, Oral presentation, Practical lab report, Poster, Problem-solving exercises
Individual research project within world-class research groups
Optional site visits to hospitals and medical device companies
Projects may explore: bone scaffolds, neural implants, prosthetics, and regulatory frameworks
Use of specialist facilities such as the Stephenson Building and biomedical labs
Strong mentorship and collaboration with academic researchers and clinical experts
Graduates progress into biomedical engineering roles in industry, NHS, and research institutes
Pathway to PhD study or specialist roles in orthopaedics, biomaterials, or biofabrication
Equipped for leadership roles in medical device design, health technology development, and regulatory affairs
A 2:2 honours degree, or international equivalent, in electrical and electronic engineering, mechanical engineering Or related disciplines such as general engineering automotive, aeronautical or design engineering mathematics physics (including medical physics)IELTS: 6.5 overall (with a minimum of 5.5 in all sub-skills).TOEFL IBT or TOEFL IBT Special Home Edition: TOEFL 90 overall (with a minimum of 17 in listening, 18 in reading, 20 in speaking, and 17 in writing)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.Medical Device DesignHealthcare TechnologyClinical EngineeringResearchRegulatory AffairsBiomaterials EngineeringMedical ImagingRehabilitation EngineeringBiotechnologyPharmaceutical EngineeringTissue EngineeringNeuroengineeringHealthcare Consulting
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