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University of Glasgow: Biomedical Engineering
| Institution | University of Glasgow View institution profile |
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| Department | School of Engineering |
| Web | glasgow.ac.uk |
| Telephone | 0141 330 4515 |
| Study type | Taught |
MSc
Summary
The Masters in Biomedical Engineering is an interdisciplinary programme that will equip you for employment within the biomedical engineering sector. This programme addresses all the key aspects of biomedical engineering.
WHY THIS PROGRAMME
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The University of Glasgow has been delivering world-class engineering education and research since 1840.
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Biomedical Engineering is the newest division of the School of Engineering, bringing together our long standing expertise. Research covers four themes, Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering, Bionanotechnology, Rehabilitation Engineering, Biosensors and Diagnostics.
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Electronic & Electrical Engineering at Glasgow is ranked 1st in Scotland (Complete University Guide 2025).
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The MSc Biomedical Engineering is accredited in the "Further Learning" category accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET). This means that a student with an accredited BEng undergraduate degree can take the accredited "Further Learning" MSc to top-up their academic qualifications in order to meet the full academic requirements for conferral of the title of Chartered Engineer. This is an alternative route to the 5-year undergraduate MEng route. The programme is also accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers.
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The course is based on in-depth modules and individual projects, which are designed to give graduates an opportunity to specialise in specific areas of biomedical engineering or to cover a more general biomedical engineering syllabus.
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This taught MSc offers a wide exposure to the philosophy and practice of biomedical engineering whilst simultaneously enabling students to deepen their knowledge of specific areas of biomedical engineering disciplines, which have been chosen on the basis of the research strengths of the discipline. The choice includes Biomaterials and Biomechanics including their application in Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, Rehabilitation Engineering applied within Glasgow hospitals, and bioelectronics and diagnostic systems designed to be applied from advanced hospitals to out-in-the-field situations.
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The compulsory part of the programme provides the basic underlying knowledge needed throughout biomedical engineering. These core courses are taken in both semesters to allow a wide range of optional subjects to be available.
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The school has an Athena Swan Silver Award, demonstrating the school’s commitment to supporting women in scientific studies and careers, and to improving the working environment for all.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
Modes of delivery of the MSc in Biomedical Engineering include lectures, seminars and tutorials and allow students the opportunity to take part in lab, team work and study trips in the UK. You will undertake an MSc project working on a specific research area with one of the academics.
Core Courses Biological Fluid Mechanics M Biophysics of Cells and Systems M Statistics For Biomedical Engineering 3 Energy in Biological Systems M Integrated Systems Design Project M MSc Project
Optional Courses Medical Imaging Finite Element Analysis M Microscopy and Optics M Nanofabrication (This course can only be selected in exceptional circumstances, and you must seek approval from the course leader.) Advanced Imaging and Therapy M Ultrasound Technology and Applications Biomechanics M Biosensors and Diagnostics M Rehabilitation Engineering M Scaffolds and Tissues M Signal Processing of Biosignatures M Advanced Ultrasonics
CAREER PROSPECTS Career opportunities include positions in rehabilitation engineering, biomaterials for reconstructive surgery, biosensors, device and implant design and development, and biosignal processing. Recent graduates have gone on to work for Pfize, the NHS, Cactus Communications, Neuranics and Cap Gemini UK plc.
Explore our LinkedIn profile for a flavour of where our most recent graduates work.
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
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| Entry requirements | 2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in any Engineering discipline, Computing Science or Physical Sciences/Mathematics degree that includes the core modules, with modules in Engineering Maths and/or Maths at an average grade of 2.1 or non-UK equivalent. We may also accept degrees in Biology, Medicine, or Life Science. We may sometimes accept degrees at 2.2 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) with an average grade of 2.1 or non-UK equivalent in core modules. |
| Location | Gilmorehill (Main) Campus University Of Glasgow University Avenue Glasgow G12 8QQ |
Summary
The Masters in Biomedical Engineering is an interdisciplinary programme that will equip you for employment within the biomedical engineering sector. This programme addresses all the key aspects of biomedical engineering.
WHY THIS PROGRAMME
-
The University of Glasgow has been delivering world-class engineering education and research since 1840.
-
Biomedical Engineering is the newest division of the School of Engineering, bringing together our long standing expertise. Research covers four themes, Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering, Bionanotechnology, Rehabilitation Engineering, Biosensors and Diagnostics.
-
Electronic and Electrical Engineering at Glasgow is ranked 5th in the UK and 1st in Scotland (Complete University Guide 2020).
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The MSc Biomedical Engineering is accredited in the "Further Learning" category accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) and the Institute of Physics and Engineering in Medicine (IPEM). This means that a student with an accredited BEng undergraduate degree can take the accredited "Further Learning" MSc to top-up their academic qualifications in order to meet the full academic requirements for conferral of the title of Chartered Engineer. This is an alternative route to the 5-year undergraduate MEng route.
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The course is based on in-depth modules and individual projects, which are designed to give graduates an opportunity to specialise in specific areas of biomedical engineering or to cover a more general biomedical engineering syllabus.
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This taught MSc/PgDip offers a wide exposure to the philosophy and practice of biomedical engineering whilst simultaneously enabling students to deepen their knowledge of specific areas of biomedical engineering disciplines, which have been chosen on the basis of the research strengths of the discipline. The choice includes Biomaterials and Biomechanics including their application in Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, Rehabilitation Engineering applied within Glasgow hospitals, and bioelectronics and diagnostic systems designed to be applied from advanced hospitals to out-in-the-field situations.
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The compulsory part of the programme provides the basic underlying knowledge needed throughout biomedical engineering. These core courses are taken in both semesters to allow a wide range of optional subjects to be available.
-
The school has an Athena Swan Bronze Award, demonstrating the school’s commitment to supporting women in scientific studies and careers, and to improving the working environment for all.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
Modes of delivery of the MSc in Biomedical Engineering include lectures, seminars and tutorials and allow students the opportunity to take part in lab, team work and study trips in the UK. You will undertake an MSc project working on a specific research area with one of the academics.
Core Courses APPLICATIONS OF BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING 5 BIOLOGICAL FLUID MECHANICS M BIOPHYSICS OF CELLS AND SYSTEMS M ENERGY IN BIOLOGICAL SYSTEMS M MEDICAL IMAGING STATISTICS FOR BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING 3 MSC PROJECT
Optional Courses ADVANCED IMAGING AND THERAPY M BIOMECHANICS M BIOSENSORS AND DIAGNOSTICS M FINITE ELEMENT ANALYSIS M MICROSCOPY AND OPTICS M NANOFABRICATION REHABILITATION ENGINEERING M SCAFFOLDS AND TISSUES M SIGNAL PROCESSING OF BIOSIGNATURES M TISSUE AND CELL ENGINEERING 4Y OPTION ULTRASOUND TECHNOLOGY AND APPLICATIONS
CAREER PROSPECTS Career opportunities include positions in rehabilitation engineering, biomaterials for reconstructive surgery, biosensors, device and implant design and development, and biosignal processing.
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
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| Entry requirements | A 2.1 equivalent degree (GPA 3.0) in any Engineering Discipline or Physical Sciences/Maths degree that contains the core modules: maths. |
| Location | Gilmorehill (Main) Campus University Of Glasgow University Avenue Glasgow G12 8QQ |
The University of Glasgow is one of the UK’s most prestigious seats of learning, and the fourth oldest university in the English speaking world. Established in 1451 and recognised for its world-changing research and teaching, our people have always been at the forefront of innovation, including eight Nobel Laureates, two UK Prime Ministers, three First Ministers of Scotland, 10 Fellows of the Royal Society and 11 Fellows of the British Academy. Our past achievements inspire our current world changers.
Rankings
The University:
- is ranked 79th in the world: QS World University Rankings 2025
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