MEng Biomedical Engineering at University of Strathclyde

Study with us

• gain training in biomedical engineering as well as core mechanical and electrical engineering subjects
• blood salvage technology developed by Strathclyde bioengineers is in use around the world
• benefit from state-of-the-art technology in one of the longest-established such departments in the world
• prepare for a wide range of career opportunities in the industry, academia, hospitals and government agencies

Why this course?

Biomedical engineering is a rapidly expanding industry, with the National Health Service, industrial and academic research and development all making advances to meet the increasing demands of healthcare.

Studying with us, you'll gain broad training in modern biomedical engineering and learn about the complexities of human anatomy and physiology. You will also study core mechanical and electrical engineering subjects.

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.

Learning & 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. In the later years of the course, you will be able to choose classes from our highly-regarded MSc in Biomedical Engineering.

Visits to local clinical centres and lectures from visiting experts, from the UK and overseas, are an integral part of the course. You'll also have the chance to meet representatives from our industrial partners.

Careers

This is an exciting time to be a Biomedical Engineer, with the industry expected to grow by 62% between now and 2020. Jobs will mainly be in research and development, medical device regulations and medical device sales.