University of Hull

What you'll study

This programme builds core engineering knowledge alongside human biology and clinical application. In early years you study mathematics, materials, mechanics, electronics and programming together with introductory human physiology and biomechanics. Later modules apply those foundations to biomedical topics such as biomaterials, medical instrumentation, biomedical signal processing, medical imaging principles, tissue engineering and prosthetics.

• Systems and control, and embedded systems for medical devices
• Biomechanics and human movement analysis
• Biomaterials and biocompatibility
• Medical electronics, sensors and instrumentation
• Biomedical signal and image processing
• Design for regulated healthcare products and medical device standards
• Clinical engineering and healthcare technology management
• Individual and group design projects, including industry- or clinically-focused capstones

The BEng route provides a professionally oriented honours degree with practical laboratory classes and a substantial design project. The integrated MEng extends this with advanced specialist modules and a major research or development project, giving deeper analytical skills and research experience suitable for leadership roles or progression to doctoral study. Opportunities exist for industrial placements or clinical visits to contextualise learning and build employability.

Entry requirements

Applicants should demonstrate strong achievement in mathematics plus at least one relevant science or engineering subject such as physics, chemistry or biology. The programme welcomes students with A-levels, BTECs or equivalent qualifications; applicants with vocational qualifications should show substantial technical content. Mature applicants with appropriate evidence of prior learning and experience are considered.

• Typical academic preparation: A-levels or equivalent with mathematics and a science/engineering subject
• Applicants holding BTEC qualifications should have substantial engineering or applied science units
• All applicants must meet the University's general entry standards, including English language competence for international students
• Selection may include consideration of personal statement and references; interviews are used in some cases

Career prospects

Graduates from this degree enter a broad range of careers across healthcare technology and engineering. Typical destinations include roles in medical device design and development, clinical engineering within healthcare providers, biomedical research, product testing and regulatory affairs, quality and production engineering in medtech manufacturing, and technical consultancy. Some graduates progress to postgraduate research or professional engineering registration pathways.

• Design and development engineer in medical device and assistive technology companies
• Clinical engineer or healthcare technologist working with hospitals and health services
• Biomedical scientist or research assistant in academic and commercial research groups
• Roles in regulatory affairs, quality assurance and medical device testing
• Technical sales, product management and consultancy in the life sciences sector

Why study at University of Hull

The University of Hull offers an applied, student-centred engineering education with a strong emphasis on hands-on learning and employability. Biomedical Engineering students benefit from multidisciplinary teaching that links core engineering disciplines with life sciences and clinical practice, and from practical laboratory experience such as materials testing, electronics and biomechanics rigs. The University supports industry engagement and placement opportunities to help students gain real-world experience.

Smaller cohort sizes support close contact with academic staff and personalised support for projects and career development. The programme is designed to equip graduates with the technical knowledge, professional skills and practical experience needed to succeed in the evolving healthcare technology sector.