BEng Biomedical Engineering

The Biomedical Engineering BEng course at the University of Strathclyde is a program designed to provide students with a broad foundation in medical sciences, whilst also enabling them to specialize in a particular area. This course is suitable for students interested in combining engineering principles with an appreciation of the human body function, creating systems and equipment to help in the diagnosis, treatment and monitoring of diseases.Course Content: The Biomedical Engineering undergrad course is a mix of compulsory and elective classes, all designed to provide the student with a comprehensive understanding of the field. The study involves lectures, tutorials, and labs, where they will learn to apply principles of engineering, biology, and human physiology to develop solutions to medical and health-related problems. Key Modules: Some of the key modules within this course include Biomedical Engineering Design, Human Anatomy and Physiology, Medical Microbiology, Prosthetics and Orthotics. The course also includes modules related to professional development, such as Biomedical Engineering Group Project and Biomechanics Project which helps to build teamwork and peer learning.Accreditations: This course is accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as an Incorporated Engineer and partly meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer. Future Careers: Graduates from this course are qualified to pursue careers in a variety of sectors within the biomedical engineering industry. This includes medical technology, pharmaceuticals, hospital and health services, and government agencies. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.