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MSc Medical Engineering at University of Plymouth

University of Plymouth, United Kingdom

Programme overview

MSc Medical Engineering is a multidisciplinary programme integrating engineering, materials science, human biology and medicine to prepare graduates for the medical device and healthcare industries. Students choose between two research-aligned pathways, Nanotechnology and Biomedical Diagnostics.

Faculty: School of Engineering, Computing and Mathematics  |  Duration: 1 year full-time (part-time route available)  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time route available  |  Location: Plymouth, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules are Medical Engineering and Biomechanics, Leadership in Healthcare: Theory and Practice, and MSc Dissertation and Research Skills. Optional modules include Nanotechnology and Nanoelectronics, Health Data and Medical Statistics, Advanced Engineering Design Project, Infection and Immunity, and Cancer Biology and Therapeutics.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A 2:2 honours degree or above in engineering, computing, robotics, biomedical science, biology, medicine, dentistry or chemistry. The programme is also suitable for mathematics, health profession and psychology graduates with a sufficient science background and/or relevant industrial experience. International applicants need IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 5.5 in each element.

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,700 a year (2026/27). Full-time Source

International applicants: GBP 21,000 a year (2026/27). Full-time Source

Duration: 1 year

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