Biomedical Engineering - MEng (Hons)

University of Hull

Combine practical with theoretical in this hands-on Biomedical Engineering course. The medical devices sector is fast-growing, and as medical science advances, biomedical engineers are even more in demand. Put your lab skills to use on hospital visits. Get hands-on with medical tech. Test biomaterials and medical devices, and learn practical skills like dissection to cement your knowledge of human anatomy and surgical conundrums. Like all our Engineering courses, Biomedical Engineering shares a common first year, which means you can choose to switch to a different pathway in your second year. It also offers a four-year Integrated Masters (MEng) option. This lets you study a year at postgraduate level on top of your degree. On our four-year Integrated Masters (MEng) option, you study a year at postgraduate level on top of your degree. By studying a Masters, you'll further extend the depth and breadth of your knowledge and earn an MEng qualification. This fully meets the academic requirements for Chartered Engineer status, which opens even more doors to future employment and research opportunities.

* 1st in the UK for 'How often does feedback help you to improve your work.' (National Student Survey, 2026, HEIs only) * 1st in the UK for 'How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g. equipment, facilities, software) when you need them.' (National Student Survey, 2026, HEIs only)

* Close links to the NHS: Tap into our links with the NHS and medical device companies, including Smith & Nephew and Johnson & Johnson. * State-of-the-art facilities: Learn in our £1.5m biomechanics laboratory. * You’re entering Chartered territory: Our MEng course is accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, the Institution of Engineering Technology and IPEM, and fully meets the academic requirements for becoming a Chartered Engineer.

Medical engineers have their choice of employers in an industry worth multiple billions of pounds. With our strong industry contacts and your practical experience, you could join a regulatory agency, major medical device company like Smith & Nephew (based right here in Hull) or take a role in the NHS. Many of our students have job offers before they even graduate. And with an MEng degree, you’ll have the qualification you need to register as a Chartered Engineer, which opens up even more career opportunities and possibilities.