Biomedical Engineering

Biomedical engineering is a dynamic, multidisciplinary field that links engineering and medicine to improve health and quality of life. It encompasses the design and development of medical devices, imaging technologies, prosthetics and implants, biosensors, and therapeutic systems, requiring engineers who understand both the engineering sciences and the biological and physiological systems their work interacts with. The field is one of the most rapidly growing in all of engineering, driven by an ageing population, advances in materials and electronics, and the growing importance of personalised medicine and wearable health monitoring.

At the University of Sheffield, this five-year full-time MEng programme includes a foundation year that prepares you with the essential scientific and engineering knowledge needed to progress onto the main degree, as well as a year abroad to broaden your international perspective on the field. The MEng qualification indicates a level of engineering education beyond the bachelor's degree, reflecting the depth of technical knowledge and professional preparation the programme provides. You will study the engineering sciences alongside biomedical-specific topics including biomechanics, biomaterials, medical imaging, and physiological measurement systems, developing both the technical expertise and the design thinking that the development of medical technologies demands.

The year abroad gives you the opportunity to engage with biomedical engineering education and research in an international environment.

Biomedical engineering graduates are well positioned for careers across the medical technology and healthcare sectors. Roles include biomedical engineer, medical devices design engineer, clinical engineer, and research and development engineer in companies developing diagnostic and therapeutic technologies. Many graduates work within the NHS in clinical engineering departments, while others join global medical device companies or biotechnology start-ups.

The MEng qualification is particularly valued by employers seeking engineers who can take on significant technical and leadership responsibilities from an early stage. Postgraduate research in biomedical engineering or medical physics is a natural path for those interested in advancing the field through research.