Biomedical Engineering (with placement year) Meng (Hon)
Course Overview - Biomedical Engineering (with placement year) Meng (Hon)
Bioengineering uses engineering practices and principles to analyse and design new products, processes, tools and techniques. This helps to bridge gaps across biological and healthcare challenges. It plays an integral role in global issues where the challenge requires a bioengineering response.
Our Bioengineering degree provides a thorough grounding in engineering systems and applications relevant to bioengineering. You will also gain a sound understanding of human anatomy, physiology and biological functions and the ability to apply your knowledge and skills to bioengineer...
Bioengineering uses engineering practices and principles to analyse and design new products, processes, tools and techniques. This helps to bridge gaps across biological and healthcare challenges. It plays an integral role in global issues where the challenge requires a bioengineering response.<br/><br/>Our Bioengineering degree provides a thorough grounding in engineering systems and applications relevant to bioengineering. You will also gain a sound understanding of human anatomy, physiology and biological functions and the ability to apply your knowledge and skills to bioengineering problems.<br/><br/>The field is rapidly developing. Bioengineers work in a variety of global sectors developing products and creating technology to help people achieve a better quality of life and break barriers in medical and sporting achievements.<br/><br/>Examples include prosthetics and biomaterial implants, software engineering for advanced and 3D medical imaging, image-guided and robot-assisted surgery, regenerative medicine against incurable diseases, tissue engineering such as bioengineered skin for wounds, 3D bioprinting, medical device development and new assistive technologies (wearable technology, mobile and e-health).<br/><br/>At Loughborough, this course will take you from fundamental science and engineering to the cutting-edge of the subject. During your time with us, you will have access to our state-of-the-art experimental labs to complement your lectures.<br/><br/>In year three, you will have the opportunity to complete a research project on a specific topic of interest supervised by a member of the academic staff.<br/><br/><strong>Whats the difference between MEng and BEng?</strong><br/><br/>The first two years of the MEng and BEng share the same content to ensure a thorough grounding in engineering and biological concepts, with a good mix of theory, application and practical content from day one.<br/><br/>The MEng differs from the BEng course in the third and fourth years, when MEng students are required to study a wider range of technical subjects with additional depth. MEng students also undertake an advanced team research project.
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Study Mode
Sandwich
Duration
5 Years
Start Date
28/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
H163
Institution Code
L79
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
Scottish Higher
Not Accepted
Access to HE Diploma
Considered on a case by case basis. Please contact Loughborough University directly.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
D*DD
BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in a relevant subject: D*DD plus A Level Maths at grade A Preferred subjects: Engineering, Mechanical or Manufacturing
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
We accept a wide range of international qualifications for entry as outlined on our website – please view the individual course typical offers on our website and choose Ireland in the Country/region drop down field for more information.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE English Language grade 4/C
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
D*D
BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in a relevant subject: D*D plus A Level Maths at Grade A. Preferred subjects: Engineering, Mechanical or Manufacturing
Scottish Advanced Higher
A,A
AA including Maths plus either Biology, Chemistry or Physics. Highers at majority A and B grades
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
This qualification is accepted in combination with other qualifications. For details please contact Loughborough University
Extended Project
We recognise the benefit of the Extended Project in developing independent research and critical thinking skills. We would consider this as evidence of motivation to study a specific subject in more depth, and while we do not generally include it as part of our offer conditions, it may be used to further consider an application upon receipt of final examination results. www.lboro.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/entry-requirements/
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
D*
BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in a relevant subject: D* plus A Level Grades AA including Maths plus one from Physics, Biology or Chemistry. Preferred subjects: Engineering, Mechanical or Manufacturing
A level
T Level
D
Distinction Overall A in Core Component Plus Grade A in A Level Maths. T Levels in Engineering and Manufacturing: Maintenance, Installation and Repair for Engineering Manufacturing; Engineering, Manufacturing, Processing and Control and Design and Development for Engineering Manufacturing are considered.
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
Applicants taking the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma will be asked to achieve the A level requirements for their course as part of their qualification. The Skills Challenge Certificate will be accepted alongside two A levels providing individual course entry and subject requirements are met. www.lboro.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/entry-requirements/
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales | £9,535 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| EU, International | £29,750 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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