Biomedical Engineering and Healthcare Technologies with Placement - BEng (Hons)

Brunel University of London

Curious about how engineering can improve healthcare? Brunel's Biomedical Engineering and Healthcare Technologies BEng brings together engineering and medicine to create solutions that improve lives. From designing and analysing medical devices and wearable sensors to implementing AI-driven diagnostics, you'll learn how technology is transforming healthcare. You'll also study rehabilitation technologies, biomaterials, and digital health systems, areas that are shaping the future of medicine.This interdisciplinary degree combines mechanical, electrical and electronic engineering with human biology, physiology, and biomechanics. You won't just learn theory, you'll gain practical experience in design, simulation, programming, and problem-solving. This means you'll graduate ready to make a real difference to patients and professionals.The course is built to meet the needs of the rapidly evolving healthcare technology sector. From day one, you'll have access to Brunel’s specialist labs, where you'll work on real-world projects and explore cutting-edge areas like digital health and rehabilitation technologies - all while learning the importance of safety, ethics and medical device regulations.You can also opt for a placement year to help you stand out to potential employers. Choose to carry out your placement in organisations such as NHS trusts, MedTech companies, or digital health start-ups to gain industry experience, build your network and boost your CV.Study at Brunel, and you'll have London right on your doorstep. You'll be at the heart of a global healthcare innovation hub. You'll benefit from guest lectures, site visits, and networking opportunities with leading organisations.This degree opens doors to careers in medical device design, clinical engineering, AI diagnostics, and beyond, as well as postgraduate study. You’ll graduate ready to make an impact in one of the fastest-growing industries in the world.

Engineering