BEng Biomedical Engineering
About this course
BEng (Hons) in Biomedical Engineering. Core topics include Signal Processing, Statistics, Mathematical Modelling, Laboratory Techniques, Engineering Design, and Project Management. The course culminates in a Capstone Project in the final year, and modules cover areas such as Medical Imaging, Biomechanics of Human Movement, and Biofluid Mechanics & CFD. Students have access to laboratory facilities and simulation software for virtual design and manufacturing.
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Entry requirements
UCAS tariff points You will need one of the following: 112 UCAS points (standard offer), or 96 UCAS points (contextual offer) Read more about contextual offer eligibility. Points must come from a Level 3 qualification listed on the UCAS tariff calculator. Accepted qualifications We accept: Level 3 / A Level passes in Maths and (Biology OR Chemistry OR Electronics OR Physics) BTEC in Engineering related subjects including Maths and Further Maths Units with minimum grades M Access to HE Diploma (QAA approved) in a relevant Engineering subject (Access to HE Engineering, Electronics and Computer Engineering, Construction and Civil Engineering) with 60 credits overall and 45 credits at Level 3 to include at least 30 Level 3 credits at Merit or Distinction and level 3 Maths (Calculus, Differentiation and Integration) – all with Grade Merit. T Levels - we do not accept for this course, except for the Foundation Year International Baccalaureate – 27 points including a minimum of 15 points at Higher Level. Must include Maths and Physics at Higher Level We also welcome applications from students who are taking Level 3 or higher qualifications not on the UCAS tariff calculator. These are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Additional requirements You will also need: GCSE English Grade 4/C or Level 2 Functional Skills in English GCSE Mathematics Grade 4/C or Level 2 Functional Skills in Mathematics International qualifications We accept a wide range of European and international qualifications in addition to A-levels, the International Baccalaureate and BTEC qualifications. Please visit our International page for full details.
What students say
Based on about 9 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 88%
- Learning opportunities: 90%
- Assessment and feedback: 85%
- Academic support: 79%
- Organisation and management: 79%
- Learning resources: 83%
- Student voice: 86%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 85%
- Left higher education: 15%
What graduates do next
Based on about 18 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 80%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Further study: 5%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Engineering professionals: 25%
- Skilled trades occupations: 20%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 15%
- Sales occupations: 10%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 65%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 60%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 35%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 100 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 1%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 2%
- East Midlands: 1%
- West Midlands: 5%
- East of England: 9%
- London: 72%
- South East: 4%
- South West: 3%
- Wales: 1%
- Scotland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 75%
- Baccalaureate: 5%
- Access course: 5%
- Foundation course: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Bronze for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Mental Wealth and Professional Fitness
- Creative and Technology Industries Study Skills
- Maths for Engineering and Science
- Media and Communication Skills
- Engineering and Construction in Practice
- Mental Wealth: Engineering Profession 2
- Fundamentals in Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Engineering Principles
- Applied Mathematics & Computing
- Thermofluids
- Engineering Materials and Design
- Mental Wealth: Engineering Profession 2
- Functional Anatomy
- Engineering Design and Analysis
- Advanced Mathematics and Modelling
- Medical Imaging
- Biomechanics of Human Movement
- Capstone Project
- Mental Wealth: Engineering Profession 3
- Biofluid Mechanics & CFD
- Design of Mechatronics Systems
- Applied Physiology
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BEng Biomedical Engineering at University of East London earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months, £26,500 after 3 years, £34,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £22,500 and £44,000. The £34,000 median after five years is £500 less than the UK median for Bioengineering, medical and biomedical engineering.
What do graduates of BEng Biomedical Engineering at University of East London do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BEng Biomedical Engineering at University of East London?
88% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BEng Biomedical Engineering at University of East London?
The typical offer is 27 points in the IB. The average entrant had 102 UCAS points.
Does BEng Biomedical Engineering at University of East London include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year and an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BEng Biomedical Engineering at University of East London?
85% of students continued into their second year, and 15% left higher education.