Biomedical Engineering

Biomedical engineering sits at the intersection of engineering and the life sciences, applying the principles of physics, mathematics, and materials science to the challenges of medicine and healthcare. It is the discipline behind pacemakers, prosthetic limbs, diagnostic imaging systems, and the biomechanical research that helps surgeons develop safer procedures. As health systems worldwide grapple with ageing populations and the demand for better treatments, the engineers who can bridge the gap between clinical need and technical solution are among the most sought-after graduates in the sector.

At Nottingham Trent University you will explore the principles underpinning medical devices, biomaterials, physiological measurement, and the design of systems that interact with the human body. You will study core engineering science alongside modules drawn from biology, physiology, and clinical practice, developing the ability to move fluently between technical and biomedical contexts. The programme includes a foundation year, which provides a solid grounding in scientific and engineering fundamentals before the main degree begins, making it accessible to students who need to build on their prior learning before tackling the full degree curriculum.

The overall programme runs over three years following the foundation year.

Throughout your studies you will gain practical experience using laboratory equipment and design tools that reflect current industry practice. Close collaboration with the sector is central to how the programme is structured, ensuring that what you learn is directly relevant to the kinds of problems working biomedical engineers actually face.

Graduates work in the medical devices industry, in NHS clinical engineering departments, in research and development, and in regulatory affairs. The degree also provides a strong basis for postgraduate study in biomedical engineering, clinical engineering, or related fields such as prosthetics, orthotics, or medical physics. The combination of engineering and life science skills opens doors that neither discipline alone would provide.