Biomedical Engineering MSc

You will complete five core (mandatory) taught courses across Heriot-Watt University and University of Edinburgh and select between a Bioelectronics (UofE) or Medical Manufacturing (HWU) stream. Streams are designed to have three optional courses selected as a group. You will also complete a dissertation in the summer semesters.

The course curriculum is designed in consultation with industry partners and advisory boards, ensuring that the learning outcomes are aligned with current and future industry needs.

By combining core skills with specialised training and practical research experience, the MSc in Biomedical Engineering produces graduates who are technically proficient and prepared to tackle challenges in cutting-edge biomedical engineering research and practice.

The five core subjects offer a comprehensive grounding in the essentials and provide foundational skills in subjects such as:

• sensor technology, including transducer basic
• sensor amplification
• instrumentation for electrochemistry.

They also equip you with the key tools for scientific inquiry, from literature reviews to project planning.

In terms of specialised knowledge, students pursuing the Bioelectronics theme would gain skills in lab-on-chip technologies, FET-based sensors, and biofouling of implantable medical devices. Those opting for the Biomanufacturing route would explore topics such as biomaterials and the regulatory landscape of medical technologies. These specialised courses provide a targeted skill set, offering both breadth and depth in their respective areas.

You will apply your acquired knowledge and strengthen technical proficiency in a substantial project through the 60-credit dissertation. Using a range of standard and specialised research tools, from software applications to advanced analytical techniques, this hands-on experience is invaluable for mastering complex biomedical engineering problems which often require interdisciplinary solutions.

The MSc in Biomedical Engineering will equip you with the specialised technical skills and broad professional competencies necessary for a successful career.

The interdisciplinary approach of the programme, which encompasses bio-manufacturing, bio-materials and bio-sensing, means that graduates’ career options are significantly diversified.

Industries that are particularly relevant to this degree include:

• Biomedical Engineering
• Pharmaceutical Industry
• Biotechnology, including Biomanufacturing and Bioelectronics
• Medical Devices Manufacturing
• Health Informatics

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