Biomedical Engineering and Healthcare Technologies BEng at Brunel University of London

Programme overview

Brunel's Biomedical Engineering and Healthcare Technologies BEng brings together engineering and medicine to create solutions that improve lives. From designing and analysing medical devices and wearable sensors to implementing AI-driven diagnostics, you'll learn how technology is transforming healthcare. You'll also study rehabilitation technologies, biomaterials, and digital health systems, areas that are shaping the future of medicine.

Faculty: College of Engineering, Design and Physical Sciences | Department: Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering | Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time with placement | Study mode: full-time; placement year option | Intake: September | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Your degree starts with a strong engineering foundation and builds into specialist biomedical knowledge. Compulsory modules by year include Year 1: Electronic Devices and Systems, Engineering Design I, To present principles governing the mechanics of fluid flow, Engineering Mathematics and Programming I, Engineering Mathematics and Programming II, Introduction to Biomechanics, Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology and others; Year 2: Biomechanics of Human Movement, Digital Systems and Microcontroller Principles, Electronic Systems, Engineering Design II - Mechanical, Fluid Mechanics, Fundamentals of Cell Biology and Biomaterials, how cells interact with biomaterials, including concepts of biocompatibility and immune response and others; Year 3: Embedded Systems, Healthcare Engineering, Major Individual Project, Mechatronics and Control Engineering, Professional Engineering skills - Management and Quality.

Career pathways

You’ll graduate with skills employers want - engineering expertise combined with biomedical knowledge. Plus, if you choose to carry out a placement year, you'll already have real-world experience that'll give you a head start in the job market.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer: ABB-BBB (A-level), DDD-DDM (BTEC), 31-30 (IB). A-level standard offer: GCE A-level ABB including one of the following subjects; Maths, Further Maths, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science, Electronics or Design and Technology (Use of Maths, Critical Thinking, Mathematical Studies and General Studies not accepted). BTEC National Extended Diploma: DDD in Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computing, Electronic and Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering. IB: International Baccalaureate Diploma 31 points, including 5 in one of the following Higher Level subjects; Maths ( Analysis and Approaches) / Maths (Applications and Interpretation), Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science, Design Technology. A minimum of five GCSEs are required, including GCSE Mathematics grade C or grade 4 and GCSE English Language grade C or grade 4 or GCSE English Literature grade B or grade 5. English language: IELTS: 6 (min 5.5 in all areas).

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). home tuition per year, subject to Parliamentary approval Source

Intake: September

Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time with placement

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