Biomedical Engineering applies engineering principles to the human body and a broad range of instrumentation used in modern medicine. The subject combines engineering and medicine to produce the next generation of biomedical engineers. With strong industry links the department is developing new technologies and making advances for the future of personalised health care.
**Our Biomedical Engineering degrees have three themes:**
- Biomechanics and materials – the development and analysis of materials for strength and biocompatibility
- Instrumentation – adv...
Biomedical Engineering applies engineering principles to the human body and a broad range of instrumentation used in modern medicine. The subject combines engineering and medicine to produce the next generation of biomedical engineers. With strong industry links the department is developing new technologies and making advances for the future of personalised health care.<br/><br/>**Our Biomedical Engineering degrees have three themes:** <br/>- Biomechanics and materials – the development and analysis of materials for strength and biocompatibility<br/><br/><br/>- Instrumentation – advanced diagnostic and therapeutic techniques<br/><br/><br/>- Bioprocesses – physical and chemical processes in the human body<br/><br/><br/>This degree will train you for a rewarding career in a range of sectors, including the design and manufacture of medical instrumentation and devices. You will gain engineering skills while learning about anatomy and physiology and how to communicate with clinicians. You will use analytical skills and tools to solve engineering problems relevant to medical devices and instruments industry. The degree will also provide a foundation for you to aim for the prized Chartered Engineer status.<br/><br/>**Biomedical Engineering Facilities include:** <br/>Electrical engineering instruments to build and test medical devices, Biomechanical modelling to optimise implant technologies and the process engineering equipment for pharmaceutical production.<br/><br/>Our Biomedical Engineering courses draw on the exciting medical research taking place within the Engineering Department at Swansea University and the Medical School. This success led to the creation of the £22 million Centre for NanoHealth (CNH), a unique facility linking engineering and medicine.<br/><br/>**Accreditation**<br/>The Biomedical Engineering course at Swansea University is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) and The Institute of Physics and Engineering in Medicine (IPEM) on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as an incorporated Engineer and partially meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.<br/><br/>**All of our courses are available with a Year in Industry or Year Abroad** <br/>These placement years increase our students confidence and communication skills as well as help them to gain valuable experiences that will ultimately enhance their employability. To find out more go to www.swansea.ac.uk/engineering/undergraduate<br/><br/>**We guarantee that you will be made a conditional offer for a course at Swansea University. Subject requirements will apply. Please come along to our next Open Day or get in touch for further information.**
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
22/09/2025
Campus
Bay Campus
Provider Details
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Course Code
HB01
Institution Code
S93
Points of Entry
Year 1
Access to HE DiplomaConsidered on an individual basis. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme32 To include 5 at Higher Level or 6 at Standard Level Mathematics or, if following the new Maths Curriculum, 5 at HL (or 6 at SL) “Mathematics: analysis and approaches”, or 5 at HL (or 7 at SL) “Mathematics: applications and interpretation”. Plus 4 at Higher Level or 5 at Standard Level English Language. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)D*D*D D*D*D* To include B at A Level Mathematics. Must be in relevant subject. If student is not taking A Level Mathematics, they must achieve a minimum D in ‘Mathematics for Technicians’ and D in ‘Further Mathematics for Technicians’ modules of the BTEC. Students are also required to have minimum two A grades at GCSE, to include a minimum grade B in Mathematics and two other Science subjects. Extended ProjectWe recognise the EPQ as an excellent indicator of success. If you are predicted a Grade B or above in the EPQ, you will receive an offer with a one grade reduction, to include your EPQ with a grade B. A levelWelsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)Accepted in lieu of one non-subject specific grade at A Level. WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate WalesSwansea University accepts the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales as fully equivalent to x1 A-Level. |
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