Bachelor of Engineering [B.Eng] [Biomedical Engineering] From City, University of London

Who is it for?

One of the top ranked courses of its kind in the country, this Biomedical Engineering (Hons) course from City, University of London is aimed at students interested in a range of career opportunities in the biomedical engineering sector. Becoming a biomedical engineer promises an exciting career, bridging the advances in biomedical sciences with professional skills in delivering engineering projects within a rapidly growing field.

Objectives

Biomedical Engineering applies the principles of science, engineering and medicine directly to the complex medical technologies used in the prognosis, diagnosis, monitoring and treatment of the sick and injured. Biomedical engineers also require managerial and communication skills and an awareness of the economic, environmental and social implications of their activity. Our courses are designed to provide excellent training in all these areas.

Chartered status may be reached by taking a BEng (Hons) degree followed by a Masters degree (or Engineering doctorate) accredited by the appropriate engineering institution.

As a student on the BEng (Hons) Biomedical Engineering course you will:

• Prepare for an exciting highly-skilled career in a rapidly growing field.
• Learn from leading academics and experts in the medical industry.
• Have the opportunity to complete a placement after your second year.
• Work with teams from prominent clinical institutions including St Bartholomew's Hospital, The Royal London Hospital and Great Ormond Street Hospital.

Career prospects

Biomedical engineers work in a range of industries. Their problem-solving skills and multidisciplinary education are well known and respected in the UK industry and abroad.Modern provision of healthcare depends greatly on biomedical engineers who are skilled in the design and operation of specialist instrumentation and imaging equipment. Becoming a biomedical engineer promises an exciting career, bridging the advances in biomedical sciences with professional skills in delivering engineering projects within a rapidly growing field.