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PhD Biomedical engineering at University of Strathclyde

University of Strathclyde, United Kingdom

Programme overview

The PhD in biomedical engineering is a three-year research degree combining engineering, medicine and life and physical sciences, with an emphasis on clinically related research from basic investigation to clinical application.

Faculty: Faculty of Engineering  |  Department: Department of Biomedical Engineering  |  Duration: 3 years  |  Intake: October 2026 to September 2027  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Research areas are rehabilitation engineering, cell, tissue and organ engineering, and medical diagnostic devices and instrumentation. Students normally attend some classes of the instructional MSc in Biomedical Engineering, complete a research project and thesis, and are enrolled in the Postgraduate Certificate in Researcher Professional Development.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A first-class or upper second-class Honours degree in biomedical engineering, electrical and electronic engineering, or physical or life sciences. Applicants with previous biomedical engineering or research experience may register for the MPhil. Applications need transcripts, two references (one academic), funding information, proof of English proficiency if English is not the first language and a research proposal of 250 to 1,000 words. Part-time MPhil or PhD study is possible for those in industry or health service employment, subject to approval by the Head of Department.

Requirements published at program group level.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,238 a year (2026/27). Tuition fee per academic year for full-time study; Scotland and England, Wales & Northern Ireland rate. Source

International applicants: GBP 32,800 a year (2026/27). Tuition fee per academic year for full-time study. Source

Intake: October 2026 to September 2027

Duration: 3 years

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