Applicant information
What happens after you apply to Bristol?
MSc in Biomedical Engineering
| Awards Available | MSc |
|---|---|
| Duration of programme | One year full-time |
| Part-time study available? | No |
| Number of places | 40 |
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Programme overview
This programme allows you to gain expertise in the exciting field of biomedical engineering and covers both theory and practical applications.
Biomedical Engineering is a nascent field in the UK that involves the application of physical, chemical, mathematical and computer science and engineering principles, to the analysis of biological, medical, behavioural and health-related problems. Biomedical engineers develop innovative devices and procedures for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of disease, by relying on an in-depth understanding of science and engineering fundamentals combined with a broad knowledge of physiological and anatomical systems.
Employment opportunities in the sector are excellent and varied. Biomedical engineers can be employed by companies working in the design, development and manufacturing of medical devices; within the NHS, for example in hospitals to collaborate with clinicians in offering non-clinical services; in research institutes or academia; in governmental regulatory agencies, or as technical consultants within marketing departments.
Entry requirements
An upper second-class honours degree (or international equivalent) in Engineering (preferably Electrical, Mechanical and Computer Science) or a subject related to Biomedical Engineering.
For information on international equivalent qualifications, please see our International Office website.
Admissions statement
Read the programme admissions statement for important information on entry requirements, the application process and supporting documents required.
Programme structure
Core Units
- Physiology for Biomedical Engineering
- Mathematical Modelling in Physiology and Medicine
- Biomechanics
- Biosensors
- Digital Filters and Spectral Analysis
- Computational Genomics and Bioinformatics Algorithms
- Anatomical Science for Engineering
- Computational Neuroscience
- Biomedical Imaging
- Research Skills
Project
A substantial research project is initiated during Teaching Block 2 and completed during the summer.
New programme for 2014
Application deadline: 31st August 2014
Get in touch
Msc in Biomedical Engineering
Graduate School of Engineering
Mechant Venturers Building
Woodland Road
Bristol
BS8 1UB
Tel: +44 (0)117 331 5137
Email: enq-pgtee@bristol.ac.uk
Web: http://www.bristol.ac.uk/engineering/graduate-school/pg-open/index.html
International students
Open to international students? Yes
English-language requirements: 6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in each band, in addition to the standard entry requirements.
Find information for international students on eligibility, funding options and studying at Bristol.
Fees and funding
2014/15 fees
Full-time: UK/EU £9,200;
overseas £17,000
Fees are quoted per annum and are subject to annual increase.
Funding options
Further information on funding for prospective UK, EU and international postgraduate students is available from the Student Funding Office website.
Research Assessment Score
Unit of Assessment 24 applies. See Complete RAE listings for University of Bristol for further details.
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