MEng Biomedical Engineering
About this course
MEng (Hons) in Biomedical Engineering, combining engineering principles with biological knowledge for medical and healthcare applications. Core topics include Signal Processing, Embedded Systems, Circuit Design, Biomaterials, Mathematical Modelling, and Engineering Design. The first two years are taught in common with the BEng programme, followed by a compulsory industrial placement in the third year leading to the Diploma in Professional Practice. The MEng pathway includes two additional years of study with advanced modules in medical sensors and biomaterials.
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Entry requirements
A level: ABB To include Mathematics and one from GCE A Level Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Technology & Design, Design & Technology, Engineering, Life & Health Science (single or double) or Double Award Science/Applied Science. Applicants presenting A Level Physics will receive a TWO grade reduction at the time of offer i.e. BBC.
What students say
Based on about 8 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 92%
- Learning opportunities: 92%
- Assessment and feedback: 92%
- Academic support: 100%
- Organisation and management: 88%
- Learning resources: 78%
- Student voice: 86%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 80 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 85%
- Left higher education: 9%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 6%
What graduates do next
Based on about 8 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 50%
- Working and studying: 30%
- Further study: 10%
Most common jobs
- Engineering professionals: 40%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 25%
- Secretarial and related occupations: 5%
- Skilled trades occupations: 5%
- Animal care and control services: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 90%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 75%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 60%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 100%
Modules
- Anatomy and Physiology for Engineers
- Engineering Mathematics
- Analogue and Digital Electronics 1
- Design and CAE 1
- The Global Engineer
- Fundamentals of Engineering and Technology
- Regulatory Affairs and Ethics
- Mechanical Systems Analysis for Biomedical Engineers
- Advanced Biomedical Engineering Topics
- Embedded Systems and Microcontrollers
- Engineering Programming
- Design and CAE 2
- Industrial Placement
- International Academic Studies
- Study USA
- Design of Advanced Medical Sensors
- Functional Biomaterials
- Signal Processing and Data Analysis
- Nanotechnology
- Embedded Systems
- Environmental Engineering
- Design and Industry
- Production Systems
- Advanced CAE
- Advanced biomaterials for biomedical applications
- Bioinstrumentation
- Tissue Engineering
- MEng Final Year Dissertation
- Engineering Systems Design
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of MEng Biomedical Engineering at Ulster University earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months. After fifteen months the middle half of graduates earn between £28,000 and £34,000. The £30,000 median after fifteen months is the same as the UK median for Bioengineering, medical and biomedical engineering.
What do graduates of MEng Biomedical Engineering at Ulster University do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on MEng Biomedical Engineering at Ulster University?
92% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for MEng Biomedical Engineering at Ulster University?
The typical offer is ABB at A level. The average entrant had 146 UCAS points.
Does MEng Biomedical Engineering at Ulster University include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has a compulsory placement year and an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on MEng Biomedical Engineering at Ulster University?
85% of students continued into their second year, and 9% left higher education.