Biomedical Engineering PgDip
Ulster University
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This course is subject to revalidation. The course draws upon the internationally recognised research within the School of Engineering in areas such as Tissue Engineering, Bioceramics, Medical Devices, Digital Health, Point-of-Care Health Diagnostic, Cardiac Resuscitation Technology, Therapeutic Devices, Smart Medical Sensors and Drug Delivery Technology. Core modules include biomaterials, tissue engineering, bioinstrumentation and medical device development. The course team has a wealth of ...Read more

This course is subject to revalidation. The course draws upon the internationally recognised research within the School of Engineering in areas such as Tissue Engineering, Bioceramics, Medical Devices, Digital Health, Point-of-Care Health Diagnostic, Cardiac Resuscitation Technology, Therapeutic Devices, Smart Medical Sensors and Drug Delivery Technology. Core modules include biomaterials, tissue engineering, bioinstrumentation and medical device development. The course team has a wealth of industrial experience, and several medical device spin-out companies have been established by the School of Engineering. An outstanding 94% of the School of Engineering research output has been judged as world-leading or internationally excellent, and it is ranked in the UK top 20 (REF 2021). The course is based in internationally recognised NIBEC centre within the school which is the longest established Biomedical Research Centre in Ireland. The multi-million pound purpose-built facilities house some of the most sophisticated nano-fabrication, biological and characterisation equipment in the world. NIBEC is staffed by an internationally recognised and well experienced team of researchers and academics working predominantly at the interface of bioengineering and nanotechnology.

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30/279
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Fathima Ranaa
06 Feb 26

Best aspect: One positive aspect of university is the financial resources available to support students, such as scholarships, bursaries, grants, and access to part-time work on..Read more

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Caoimhe
05 Feb 26

It is very accessible On campus parking would improve the experience..Read more

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Entry requirements

Normally, an Honours or non-Honours degree or postgraduate diploma/certificate in a relevant engineering, technology or science discipline. In exceptional circumstances, where an individual has substantial and significant working/industrial experience, a portfolio of written evidence may be considered as an alternative entrance route. It is possible to transfer onto the MSc version of the course after successfully completing the PGDip.

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£4,827 per year

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£12,207 per year

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£12,207 per year

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Fathima Ranaa
06 Feb 26
Biomedical Engineering - MEng (Hons)
Best aspect: One positive aspect of university is the financial resources available to support students, such as scholarships, bursaries, grants, and access to part-time work on...
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Caoimhe
05 Feb 26
Biomedical Engineering - BEng
It is very accessible On campus parking would improve the experience...
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