BEng Biomedical Engineering at University of Sheffield

Programme overview

Biomedical engineering is a dynamic, multidisciplinary field that links engineering and medicine to improve human health and quality of life. It’s a field where you can make a real impact, using cutting-edge technology to develop innovations that help people live longer, healthier and happier lives.

Department: School of Chemical, Materials and Biological Engineering | Duration: 3 years | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Sheffield, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Sample modules listed across the course include Biomedical Materials and the Human Body, Introduction to Biomedical Engineering, Mathematics for Engineers, Engineering with Living Systems, Introduction to Electric and Electronic Circuits, Mechatronics, Embedded Programming and Modelling, and later options such as Control Systems Design, Advanced Bioprocess Design Project, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Tissue Engineering Approaches to Failure in Living Systems.

Career pathways

Graduates are highly sought after in medical device companies, research institutions, and healthcare organisations. They design medical instruments, repair tissue, and tackle clinical challenges through innovative research, improving patient care and advancing healthcare.

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Entry requirements

Standard offer (2027-28 entry) - A-levels: AAB, including Maths and a science. A-levels plus a fourth Level 3 qualification: ABB, including Maths and a science + B in the EPQ; ABB, including Maths and a science + B in AS or A Level Further Maths. International Baccalaureate: 34, with 6,5 (in any order) in Higher Level Maths and a science; 33, with 5 in Higher Level Maths and a science, and B in the Extended Essay. BTEC Extended Diploma: DDD in Engineering or Applied Science (including Biomedical Science, Analytical & Forensic Science and Physical Science streams) + A in A Level Maths. BTEC Diploma: DD in Engineering or Applied Science + A in A Level Maths. Scottish Highers + Advanced Higher/s: AABBB + AB in Maths and a science. Welsh Baccalaureate + 2 A-levels: B + AA in Maths and a science. Access to HE Diploma: Award of the Access to HE Diploma in a relevant subject (covering sufficient Maths and science units), with 45 credits at Level 3, including 36 at Distinction and 9 at Merit. Other requirements: Science subjects include Chemistry, Physics, Biology/Human Biology, Electronics, Engineering, Technology, Environmental Science, Computer Science, Further Mathematics or Statistics. Access Sheffield contextual offer: A-levels ABB. English language for international applicants: GCSE English Language at grade 4/C; IELTS grade of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component; or an alternative acceptable English language qualification. Applications are made through UCAS.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Standard annual undergraduate tuition fee for new home students; reduced for year abroad/placement years. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years

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