Biomedical Engineering MEng - 2021/2
Awarding body
University of Surrey
Teaching institute
University of Surrey
Framework
FHEQ Levels 6 and 7
Final award and programme/pathway title
MEng Biomedical Engineering
Subsidiary award(s)
| Award | Title |
|---|---|
| BEng (Hons) | Biomedical Engineering |
| Ord | Biomedical Engineering |
| DipHE | Biomedical Engineering |
| CertHE | Biomedical Engineering |
| BSc (Hons) | Biomedical Engineering |
Professional recognition
Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET)
Accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as an Incorporated Engineer.
Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE)
The accredited MEng fully meets the exemplifying academic benchmark requirements, for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng).
Modes of study
| Route code | Credits and ECTS Credits | |
| Full-time | UFH15002 | 480 credits and 240 ECTS credits |
| Full-time with PTY | UFH15002 | 600 credits and 300 ECTS credits |
JACs code
100127
QAA Subject benchmark statement (if applicable)
Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, Food & Consum, Engineering (Bachelor), Engineering (Master)
Other internal and / or external reference points
The Accreditation of Higher Education Programmes: UK-SPEC (Engineering Council UK)
Faculty and Department / School
Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences - Mechanical Engineering Sciences
Programme Leader
ABASOLO Daniel (Mech Eng Sci)
Date of production/revision of spec
24/05/2022
Educational aims of the programme
- Develop in graduates the knowledge, understanding, practical and inter-personal transferable skills so as to prepare them for practice as professional engineers and scientists in industry, the public services and the academic world.
- Incorporate specialisation in Biomedical Engineering.
- Provide additional deepening and broadening in both theory and application beyond the BEng programme.
- Match the standards required for the full educational base of a chartered engineer
Programme learning outcomes
| Attributes Developed | Awards | Ref. | |
| Fundamental mathematical and computer methods relevant to Biomedical Engineering | K | Ord, BEng (Hons) | (US2,3, E3) |
| Fundamental scientific principles and, methodologies applied to biomedical and related engineering disciplines | K | CertHE | (US1, E1) |
| Fundamental engineering design processes and customer needs | K | Ord, BEng (Hons) | (D1,2,4) |
| A limited range of engineering materials and components | K | MEng | (P1) |
| An extensive range of management and business practices | K | DipHE | (P4,5) |
| Health and safety considerations | K | MEng | (D1, S3,4,5) |
| Well established mathematical and computer methods relevant to Biomedical Engineering | K | DipHE | (US2,3, E3) |
| Well established scientific principles and, methodologies applied to Biomedical and related engineering disciplines | K | DipHE | (US1, E1) |
| Well established engineering design processes and customer needs | K | DipHE | (D1,2,4) |
| A limited range of engineering materials and components | K | DipHE | (P1) |
| The practice of design, manufacture and evaluation | K | DipHE | (D3,5,6) |
| Information sources and intellectual property | K | DipHE | (P4,5) |
| Health and safety, environmental and sustainability considerations | K | DipHE | (D1, S3,4,5) |
| How to apply and integrate knowledge from other disciplines to the field of Biomedical Engineering | K | DipHE | (US3) |
| A range of mathematical and computer methods relevant to biomedical engineering | K | Ord, BEng (Hons) | (US2,3, E3) |
| A range of scientific principles, methodologies and emerging concepts applied to biomedical and related engineering disciplines | K | Ord, BEng (Hons) | (US1, E1) |
| A range of engineering design processes and of customer needs | K | Ord, BEng (Hons) | (D1,2,4) |
| A range of engineering materials and components | K | Ord, BEng (Hons) | (P1) |
| A range of management and business practices | K | Ord, BEng (Hons) | (S1,2, P5,6,7) |
| The practice of design, manufacture and evaluation | K | Ord, BEng (Hons) | (D3,5,6) |
| Information sources and intellectual property | K | Ord, BEng (Hons) | (P4,5) |
| Health and safety, environmental and sustainability considerations | K | Ord, BEng (Hons) | (D1, S3,4,5) |
| How to apply and integrate knowledge from other disciplines to the field of biomedical engineering | K | Ord, BEng (Hons) | (US3) |
| A comprehensive range of mathematical and computer methods relevant to biomedical engineering | K | MEng | (US2/m, E3/m) |
| A comprehensive range of scientific principles, methodologies and emerging concepts applied to biomedical and related engineering disciplines | K | MEng | (US1/m, E1/m) |
| A comprehensive range of engineering design processes and of customer needs | K | MEng | (D1/m,2,4, P1m) |
| A wide range of engineering materials and components | K | MEng | (P1,2m) |
| An extensive range of management and business practices | K | MEng | (S1/m,2/m, P5,6,7) |
| The practice of design, manufacture and evaluation | K | MEng | (D3,5,6) |
| Information sources and intellectual property | K | MEng | (P4,5) |
| Health and safety, environmental and sustainability considerations | K | MEng | (D1, S3,4,5) |
| How to apply and integrate knowledge from other disciplines to the field of biomedical engineering | K | MEng | (US3/m,4m) |
| Appreciate the contexts in which engineering knowledge can be applied | C | CertHE | (P3) |
| Apply appropriate mathematical and engineering principles | C | CertHE | (E1) |
| Apply engineering solutions to practical problems | C | CertHE | (D1) |
| Appreciate the contexts in which engineering knowledge can be applied | C | DipHE | (P3) |
| Apply appropriate mathematical and engineering principles | C | DipHE | (E1) |
| Develop engineering solutions to practical problems | C | DipHE | (D1) |
| Analyse systems and propose solutions using a systems approach | C | DipHE | (D4, E2,4) |
| Plan and manage complex projects | C | DipHE | (D6) |
| Work with technical uncertainty | C | DipHE | (P8) |
| Appreciate the contexts in which engineering knowledge can be applied | C | Ord, BEng (Hons) | (P3) |
| Select and apply appropriate mathematical and engineering principles | C | Ord, BEng (Hons) | (E1) |
| Develop engineering solutions to practical problems | C | Ord, BEng (Hons) | (D1) |
| Analyse systems and synthesise solutions using a systems approach | C | Ord, BEng (Hons) | (D4, E2,4) |
| Plan and manage complex projects | C | Ord, BEng (Hons) | (D6) |
| Work with technical uncertainty | C | Ord, BEng (Hons) | (P8) |
| Appreciate the contexts in which engineering knowledge can be applied | C | MEng | (P3) |
| Select and apply appropriate mathematical and engineering techniques to investigate new and emerging technologies | C | MEng | (E1/m) |
| Develop engineering solutions to practical problems and adapt them to unfamiliar situations taking into account commercial and industrial constraints | C | MEng | (D1/m,4m, P8m) |
| Innovate and analyse systems and synthesise solutions using a systems approach | C | MEng | (D4/m, E2/m,4) |
| Plan and manage complex projects | C | MEng | (D6) |
| Work with technical uncertainty | C | MEng | (P8) |
| Apply appropriate mathematical methods | P | CertHE | (US2) |
| Demonstrate competence in laboratory and workshop practice | P | CertHE | (P1,2) |
| Demonstrate familiarity with IT and computing tools related to Biomedical Engineering | P | CertHE | (E3) |
| Conduct the design process from concept to product including technical analysis and critical analysis of outcomes | P | CertHE | (D1-6) |
| Research information to develop ideas | P | CertHE | (P4-6) |
| Apply appropriate mathematical methods | P | DipHE | (US2) |
| Demonstrate competence in laboratory and workshop practice | P | DipHE | (P1,2) |
| Demonstrate familiarity with IT and computing tools related to Biomedical Engineering | P | DipHE | (E3) |
| Conduct the design process from concept to product including technical analysis and critical analysis of outcomes | P | DipHE | (D1-6) |
| Research information to develop ideas | P | DipHE | (P4-6) |
| Use research methods to conduct an individual project | P | DipHE | |
| Apply appropriate mathematical methods | P | Ord, BEng (Hons) | (US2) |
| Demonstrate competence in laboratory and workshop practice | P | Ord, BEng (Hons) | (P1,2) |
| Demonstrate familiarity with IT and computing tools related to Biomedical Engineering | P | Ord, BEng (Hons) | (E3) |
| Conduct the design process from concept to product including technical analysis and critical analysis of outcomes | P | Ord, BEng (Hons) | (D1-6) |
| Research information to develop ideas | P | Ord, BEng (Hons) | (P4-6) |
| Use research methods to conduct an individual project | P | Ord, BEng (Hons) | |
| Apply appropriate mathematical methods | P | MEng | (US2) |
| Demonstrate a thorough understanding and competence in laboratory and workshop practice | P | MEng | (P1/m,2) |
| Demonstrate familiarity with IT and computing tools related to Biomedical Engineering | P | MEng | (E3/m) |
| Conduct the design process from concept to product including technical analysis and critical analysis of outcomes | P | MEng | (D1-6) |
| Research information to develop ideas | P | MEng | (P4-6) |
| Use research methods to conduct an individual project | P | MEng | |
| Use of scientific evidence and logical thought in the presentation of ideas | T | CertHE | |
| Evaluate information and requirements | T | CertHE | (D2) |
| Effectively communicate using oral and written skills | T | CertHE | |
| Manage time effectively | T | CertHE | |
| Use common IT and computing resources to present reports and data | T | CertHE | (E3) |
| Use of scientific evidence and logical thought in the presentation of ideas | T | DipHE | |
| Evaluate information and requirements | T | DipHE | (D2) |
| Use creativity and innovation in problem solving | T | DipHE | (D4) |
| Effectively communicate using oral and written skills | T | DipHE | |
| Manage time effectively | T | DipHE | |
| Lead and be part of a technical team | T | DipHE | |
| Use common IT and computing resources to present reports and data | T | DipHE | (E3) |
| Use of scientific evidence and logical thought in the presentation of ideas | T | Ord, BEng (Hons) | |
| Evaluate information and requirements | T | Ord, BEng (Hons) | (D2) |
| Use creativity and innovation in problem solving | T | Ord, BEng (Hons) | (D4) |
| Effectively communicate using oral and written skills | T | Ord, BEng (Hons) | |
| Manage time effectively | T | Ord, BEng (Hons) | |
| Lead and be part of a technical team | T | Ord, BEng (Hons) | |
| Use common IT and computing resources to present reports and data | T | Ord, BEng (Hons) | (E3) |
| Use of scientific evidence and logical thought in the presentation of ideas | T | MEng | |
| Evaluate information and requirements | T | MEng | (D2) |
| Use creativity and innovation in problem solving | T | MEng | (D4) |
| Effectively communicate using oral and written skills | T | MEng | |
| Manage time effectively | T | MEng | |
| Lead and be part of a technical team | T | MEng | |
| Use common IT and computing resources to present reports and data | T | MEng | (E3) |
Attributes Developed
C - Cognitive/analytical
K - Subject knowledge
T - Transferable skills
P - Professional/Practical skills
Programme structure
Full-time
This Integrated Master's Degree (Honours) programme is studied full-time over four academic years, consisting of 480 credits (120 credits at FHEQ levels 4, 5, 6 and 7). All modules are semester based and worth 15 credits with the exception of project, practice based and dissertation modules.
Possible exit awards include:
- Bachelor's Degree (Honours) (360 credits)
- Bachelor's Degree (Ordinary) (300 credits)
- Diploma of Higher Education (240 credits)
- Certificate of Higher Education (120 credits)
Full-time with PTY
This Integrated Master's Degree (Honours) programme is studied full-time over five academic years, consisting of 600 credits (120 credits at FHEQ levels 4, 5, 6, 7 and the optional professional training year). All modules are semester based and worth 15 credits with the exception of project, practice based and dissertation modules.
Possible exit awards include:
- Bachelor's Degree (Honours) (360 credits)
- Bachelor's Degree (Ordinary) (300 credits)
- Diploma of Higher Education (240 credits)
- Certificate of Higher Education (120 credits)
Programme Adjustments (if applicable)
N/A
Modules
Year 1 - FHEQ Level 4
| Module code | Module title | Status | Credits | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENG1061 | MATHEMATICS 1 | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG1062 | FLUID MECHANICS & THERMODYNAMICS 1 | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG1063 | MATERIALS & STATICS | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG1064 | DESIGN & COMPONENT PRODUCTION | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG1065 | MATHEMATICS 2 | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
| ENG1066 | SOLID MECHANICS 1 | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
| ENG1067 | EXPERIMENTAL & TRANSFERABLE SKILLS | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
| ENG1068 | ELECTRONIC INSTRUMENTATION 1 | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
Module Selection for Year 1 - FHEQ Level 4
N/A
Year 2 - FHEQ Level 5
| Module code | Module title | Status | Credits | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENG2087 | DESIGN PROJECT | Compulsory | 30 | Year-long |
| ENG2088 | SOLID MECHANICS 2 | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG2090 | ELECTRONIC INSTRUMENTATION 2 | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
| ENG2092 | HUMAN BIOLOGY | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG2093 | NUMERICAL & EXPERIMENTAL METHODS | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
| ENG2097 | BIOMECHANICS | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG2123 | CONTROL | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
Module Selection for Year 2 - FHEQ Level 5
N/A
Year 3 - FHEQ Level 6
Module Selection for Year 3 - FHEQ Level 6
Semester 2: Choose 1 of the listed optional modules.
Year 4 - FHEQ Level 7
Module Selection for Year 4 - FHEQ Level 7
Option Set A: Choose 2 of the 3 listed optional modules in Semester 2.
Option Set B: Choose 1 of the 2 listed optional modules in Semester 1.
Biomedical Sensors and Signals is optional for Option Set A and compulsory for Option Set B.
Year 1 (with PTY) - FHEQ Level 4
| Module code | Module title | Status | Credits | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENG1061 | MATHEMATICS 1 | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG1062 | FLUID MECHANICS & THERMODYNAMICS 1 | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG1063 | MATERIALS & STATICS | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG1064 | DESIGN & COMPONENT PRODUCTION | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG1065 | MATHEMATICS 2 | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
| ENG1066 | SOLID MECHANICS 1 | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
| ENG1067 | EXPERIMENTAL & TRANSFERABLE SKILLS | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
| ENG1068 | ELECTRONIC INSTRUMENTATION 1 | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
Module Selection for Year 1 (with PTY) - FHEQ Level 4
N/A
Year 2 (with PTY) - FHEQ Level 5
| Module code | Module title | Status | Credits | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENG2087 | DESIGN PROJECT | Compulsory | 30 | Year-long |
| ENG2088 | SOLID MECHANICS 2 | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG2090 | ELECTRONIC INSTRUMENTATION 2 | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
| ENG2092 | HUMAN BIOLOGY | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG2093 | NUMERICAL & EXPERIMENTAL METHODS | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
| ENG2097 | BIOMECHANICS | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG2123 | CONTROL | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
Module Selection for Year 2 (with PTY) - FHEQ Level 5
N/A
Year 3 (with PTY) - FHEQ Level 6
Module Selection for Year 3 (with PTY) - FHEQ Level 6
Semester 2: Choose 1 of the listed optional modules.
Professional Training Year (PTY) -
| Module code | Module title | Status | Credits | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGP012 | PROFESSIONAL TRAINING YEAR MODULE (FULL-YEAR WORK) | Core | 120 | Year-long |
Module Selection for Professional Training Year (PTY) -
N/A
Year 4 (with PTY) - FHEQ Level 7
Module Selection for Year 4 (with PTY) - FHEQ Level 7
Option Set A: Choose 2 of the 3 listed optional modules in Semester 2.
Option Set B: Choose 1 of the 2 listed optional modules in Semester 1.
Biomedical Sensors and Signals is optional for Option Set A and compulsory for Option Set B.
Opportunities for placements / work related learning / collaborative activity
| Associate Tutor(s) / Guest Speakers / Visiting Academics | Y | |
| Professional Training Year (PTY) | Y | |
| Placement(s) (study or work that are not part of PTY) | N | |
| Clinical Placement(s) (that are not part of the PTY scheme) | N | |
| ERASMUS Study (that is not taken during Level P) | N | |
| Study exchange(s) (that are not part of the ERASMUS scheme) | Y | Yes |
| Dual degree | N |
Other information
The MEng includes three project modules each worth 30 credits and an individual project worth 45 credits. The individual project takes place at FHEQ Level 7 and runs over semesters 1 and 2. This is a research based project which may involve laboratory work. One of the group projects (Design Project) takes place at FHEQ Level 5, another one (Group Design Project) at FHEQ Level 6, and the final one (Multi-disciplinary Design Project) at FHEQ Level 7. The group projects at FHEQ Levels 5 + 6 run over semesters 1 and 2. The Multi-disciplinary Design Project takes place at FHEQ Level 7 in Semester 1. This is a design based project where the student is a member of a design team made up with students from all the engineering disciplines within the Faculty; this approach is supported by the Royal Academy of Engineering Each project is devised by a visiting professor from industry, who is also part of the academic-led supervisory team.
Note that for MEng students the PTY may be taken either between FHEQ Levels 5 + 6, or between FHEQ Levels 6 + 7.
To remain on the MEng Programme or to transfer in from the BEng programme, a student, in addition to the normal progression requirements, is normally required to achieve an aggregate mark of at least 60% at the end of FHEQ Level 5. MEng students dropping below an aggregate mark of 50% in FHEQ level 6 and above, but otherwise satisfying the normal progression requirements, may exit on the BSc with at least 360 (480 if with PTY) credits not including a project or can transfer to the corresponding accredited BEng programme. In the latter case, all completed MEng assessments will be transferred to the equivalent BEng programme and will then be assessed according to the BEng assessment procedure. This will require them to complete a BEng Individual Project at level FHEQ 6 before they can be eligible for the BEng award.
The MEng programme is accredited by the IMechE on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer.
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