MSc Biomedical Engineering at University of Southampton

Programme overview

Combine biology and medicine with engineering on our MSc Biomedical Engineering degree. Study human biology in your chosen specialist area and learn the skills to develop new engineering solutions. Prepare to take on a leading role in helping healthcare practitioners and providers to improve and maintain people's health.

What you will study

On this biomedical engineering master’s you’ll study compulsory modules across two 12-week semesters. At the end of each semester you'll take exams. You’ll also choose from optional modules in both semesters, allowing you to focus on your preferred specialism.

Career pathways

Graduates commonly work in sectors including information and communication, education, public administration and defence, scientific and technical, manufacturing. Careers directly related to the course include prosthetic device engineer, biomedical engineer, rehabilitation engineer, biomechanical engineer, biomaterials engineer, physiological modeller, research scientist.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer: 2:1 degree. You'll also need a 2:1 in at least one advanced mathematics module. We will also consider applicants with undergraduate degrees in audiology. IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in each component.

Domestic applicants: GBP 14,000 a year. UK (home) students, tuition for a year of study on the September 2027 entry course page Source

International applicants: GBP 36,200 a year. EU and international students, tuition for a year of study on the September 2027 entry course page Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.southampton.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-taught/apply

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