Biomedical Engineering MEng - 2026/7
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 on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered 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 | UFH15003 | 600 credits and 300 ECTS credits |
QAA Subject benchmark statement (if applicable)
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 - School of Engineering
Programme Leader
HILDITCH Mary (Sch of Eng)
Date of production/revision of spec
22/08/2025
Educational aims of the programme
- The overarching aim of the MEng in Biomedical Engineering is to provide a broad education engineering in the early stages of the programme with opportunities for the student to specialise in the later stages. The programme is designed to provide opportunities for students to demonstrate their knowledge, understanding and application of Biomedical engineering principles via the study of Biomedical Specific modules. An individual project will be chosen by the student in Year 3 allowing them to assist with professional career development as a graduate engineer within industry or to serve as a precursor to academic research.
- To ensure that our MEng programmes completely satisfy the CEng educational requirements thereby allowing our graduates to obtain professional recognition.
- To provide opportunities for students to demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of the role of the engineer in society and application of ethical and societal principles, including equality, diversity and inclusion principles within an engineering context.
- To produce graduates equipped with subject specific knowledge and transferable skills aligned to the Surrey Pillars of graduate attributes and graduates capable of planning and managing their own life-long learning to equip them for roles in industry, in research, in development, in the professions, and/or in public service.
- To provide opportunities for students to demonstrate their knowledge, understanding and application of design principles in the creation and development of innovative products to meet a defined need.
- To provide opportunities for students to demonstrate their knowledge, understanding and application of engineering concepts and tools in analysis of engineering problems.
- To provide opportunities for students to demonstrate their knowledge, understanding and application of engineering practice including the importance of project management, teamwork, and communication within an engineering context.
- To provide opportunities for students to demonstrate their knowledge, understanding and application of mathematical, scientific, and engineering principles.
- To provide opportunities for undergraduate students to enhance their digital capabilities through assignments and projects making various use of programming languages / analysis tools, as well as enhancing their general transferable information technology skills in the analysis of data, and via the preparation of assignments, individual and group reports and presentations.
- To provide opportunities for undergraduate students to enhance their employability skills via participation in a professional training year in industry. Students' employability skills will also be enhanced by opportunities to master their problem solving skills as they advance from well-structured problems to open-ended problems, group and individual project.
- To provide opportunities for undergraduate students to enhance their global and cultural intelligence through working with students from around the world and working on a rich variety of assignments and individual and group projects appropriate to their programme.
- To provide opportunities for undergraduate students to enhance their knowledge and awareness of sustainability via consideration of sustainability issues such as the UN's Sustainability Development Goals appropriate to their programme.
- To provide opportunities for undergraduate students to enhance their resourcefulness and resilience skills via use of authentic style coursework and assignments, working in teams and undertaking a major individual project in Year 3. This will build up a students personal confidence as they advance from well-structured problems to open-ended problems and individual and group project work.
Programme learning outcomes
| Attributes Developed | Awards | Ref. | |
| Apply a comprehensive knowledge of mathematics, statistics, natural science and engineering principles to the solution of complex problems. | K | MEng | M1 |
| Develop critical awareness of wider context of engineering and new developments. | KC | MEng | M1 |
| Formulate and analyse complex problems to reach substantiated conclusions. | KC | MEng | M2 |
| Evaluate available data using first principles of mathematics, statistics, natural science and engineering principles | KC | MEng | M2 |
| Use engineering judgment to work with information that may be uncertain or incomplete and discuss the limitations of the techniques employed | KC | MEng | M2 |
| Select and apply appropriate computational and analytical techniques to model complex problems, discussing the limitations of the techniques employed | KC | MEng | M3 |
| Select and critically evaluate technical literature and other sources of information to solve complex problems | KC | DipHE | M4 |
| Design solutions for complex problems that evidence some originality and meet a combination of societal, user, business and customer needs as appropriate. This will involve consideration of applicable health + safety, diversity, inclusion, cultural, societal, environmental and commercial matters, codes of practice and industry standards | CPT | DipHE | M5 |
| Apply an integrated or systems approach to the solution of complex problems. | KC | CertHE | M6 / C6 |
| Evaluate the environmental and societal impact of solutions to complex problems (to include the entire life-cycle of a product or process) and minimise adverse impacts | CPT | MEng | M7 |
| Identify and analyse ethical concerns and make reasoned ethical choices informed by professional codes of conduct | PT | BEng (Hons), MEng | M8 / C8 |
| Use a risk management process to identify, evaluate and mitigate risks (the effects of uncertainty) associated with a particular project or activity | PT | BEng (Hons), MEng | M9 / C9 |
| Adopt a holistic and proportionate approach to the mitigation of security risks | PT | BEng (Hons), MEng | M10 / C10 |
| Adopt an inclusive approach to engineering practice and recognise the responsibilities, benefits and importance of supporting equality, diversity and inclusion | PT | BEng (Hons), MEng | M11 / C11 |
| Use practical laboratory and workshop skills to investigate complex problems | PT | BEng (Hons), MEng | M12 / C12 |
| Select and apply appropriate materials, equipment, engineering technologies and processes, recognising their limitations | KC | BEng (Hons), MEng | M13 / C13 |
| Discuss the role of quality management systems and continuous improvement in the context of complex problems | PT | BEng (Hons), MEng | M14 / C14 |
| Apply knowledge of engineering management principles, commercial context, project and change management, and relevant legal matters including intellectual property rights | PT | BEng (Hons), MEng | M15 / C15 |
| Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader of a team, demonstrating the ability to respond effectively to setbacks and evaluating the effectiveness of own and team performance | PT | MEng | M16 |
| Communicate effectively on complex engineering matters with technical and non-technical audiences, evaluating the effectiveness of the methods used | PT | MEng | M17 |
| Plan and record self-learning and development as the foundation for lifelong learning/CPD | KPT | Ord, BEng (Hons), MEng | M18 . C18 |
| Apply knowledge of mathematics, statistics, natural science and engineering principles to the solution of complex problems | KCP | Ord, BEng (Hons), MEng | C1 |
| Analyse complex problems to reach substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, statistics, natural science and engineering principles | KC | Ord, BEng (Hons), MEng | C2 |
| Select and apply appropriate computational and analytical techniques to model complex problems, recognising the limitations of the techniques employed | KC | Ord, BEng (Hons), MEng | C3 |
| Select and evaluate technical literature and other sources of information to address complex problems | KCPT | Ord, BEng (Hons), MEng | C4 |
| Design solutions for complex problems that meet a combination of societal, user, business and customer needs as appropriate to include consideration of applicable health + safety, diversity, inclusion, cultural, societal, environmental and commercial matters, codes of practice and industry standards | KP | Ord, BEng (Hons), MEng | C5 |
| Evaluate the environmental and societal impact of solutions to complex problems and minimise adverse impacts | PT | Ord, BEng (Hons), MEng | C7 |
| Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader of a team | PT | Ord, BEng (Hons), MEng | C16 |
| Communicate effectively on complex engineering matters with technical and non-technical audiences | PT | Ord, BEng (Hons), MEng | C17 |
| Apply knowledge of mathematics, statistics, natural science and engineering principles to broadly-defined problems. | K | DipHE | |
| Analyse broadly-defined problems reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, statistics, natural science and engineering principles | KC | DipHE | |
| Select and evaluate technical literature and other sources of information to address broadly-defined problems | CPT | DipHE | |
| Design solutions for broadly-defined problems that meet a combination of user, business and customer needs as appropriate. This will involve consideration of applicable health + safety, diversity, inclusion, cultural, societal and environmental matters, codes of practice and industry standards | CPT | DipHE | |
| Evaluate the environmental and societal impact of solutions to broadly-defined problems | PT | DipHE | |
| Recognise the responsibilities, benefits and importance of supporting equality, diversity and inclusion | PT | DipHE | |
| Use practical laboratory and workshop skills to investigate broadly-defined problems | PT | DipHE | |
| Select and apply appropriate materials, equipment, engineering technologies and processes | KC | DipHE | |
| Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader of a team | PT | DipHE | |
| Communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences | PT | CertHE, DipHE | |
| Apply knowledge of mathematics, statistics, natural science and engineering principles to well-defined problems. | K | CertHE | |
| Analyse well-defined problems reaching substantiated conclusions | KC | CertHE | |
| Use appropriate computational and analytical techniques to model well-defined problems | KCT | CertHE | |
| Recognise the importance of equality, diversity and inclusion | PT | CertHE | |
| Use practical laboratory and workshop skills to investigate well-defined problems | PT | CertHE |
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 Selection for Year 1 - FHEQ Level 4
N/A
Year 2 - FHEQ Level 5
| Module code | Module title | Status | Credits | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENG2092 | HUMAN BIOLOGY | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG2097 | BIOMECHANICS | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG2123 | CONTROL | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
| ENG2124 | NUMERICAL METHODS & APPLIED PROGRAMMING | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
| ENG2125 | DESIGN SKILLS | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG2135 | DEFORMATION AND VIBRATION OF STRUCTURES | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG2136 | DESIGN, MAKE AND EVALUATE | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
| ENG2137 | ELECTRONICS AND EMBEDDED SYSTEMS | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
Module Selection for Year 2 - FHEQ Level 5
N/A
Year 3 - FHEQ Level 6
| Module code | Module title | Status | Credits | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENG3162 | GROUP DESIGN PROJECT | Compulsory | 30 | Year-long |
| ENG3169 | ENGINEERING MANAGEMENT | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
| ENG3173 | CLINICAL REHABILITATION | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG3168 | BIOMEDICAL SIGNAL PROCESSING | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| PHY3045 | MEDICAL IMAGING | Optional | 15 | 2 |
| ENG3163 | INDIVIDUAL PROJECT | Compulsory | 30 | Year-long |
| ENG3206 | MATERIALS SELECTION IN MECHANICAL DESIGN | Optional | 15 | 2 |
Module Selection for Year 3 - FHEQ Level 6
Semester 2: choose 1 of the 2 listed optional modules
Year 4 - FHEQ Level 7
Module Selection for Year 4 - FHEQ Level 7
Semester 1: choose Advanced Research Project and then 1 from the listed 2 optional modules or do not select Advanced Research Project and select both optional modules
Semester 2: if Advanced Research Project was selected in Semester 1, select 2 optional modules from the listed 4 optional modules. If Advanced Research Project was not selected in Semester 1, select 3 optional modules from the listed 4 optional modules.
Year 1 (with PTY) - FHEQ Level 4
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENG2092 | HUMAN BIOLOGY | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG2097 | BIOMECHANICS | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG2123 | CONTROL | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
| ENG2124 | NUMERICAL METHODS & APPLIED PROGRAMMING | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
| ENG2125 | DESIGN SKILLS | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG2135 | DEFORMATION AND VIBRATION OF STRUCTURES | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG2136 | DESIGN, MAKE AND EVALUATE | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
| ENG2137 | ELECTRONICS AND EMBEDDED SYSTEMS | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
Module Selection for Year 2 (with PTY) - FHEQ Level 5
N/A
Year 3 (with PTY) - FHEQ Level 6
| Module code | Module title | Status | Credits | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENG3162 | GROUP DESIGN PROJECT | Compulsory | 30 | Year-long |
| ENG3169 | ENGINEERING MANAGEMENT | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
| ENG3173 | CLINICAL REHABILITATION | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| ENG3168 | BIOMEDICAL SIGNAL PROCESSING | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| PHY3045 | MEDICAL IMAGING | Optional | 15 | 2 |
| ENG3163 | INDIVIDUAL PROJECT | Compulsory | 30 | Year-long |
| ENG3206 | MATERIALS SELECTION IN MECHANICAL DESIGN | Optional | 15 | 2 |
Module Selection for Year 3 (with PTY) - FHEQ Level 6
Semester 2: choose 1 of the 2 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 |
| ENGP019 | PROFESSIONAL TRAINING YEAR MODULE (FULL-YEAR STUDY) | Core | 120 | Year-long |
| ENGP020 | PROFESSIONAL TRAINING YEAR MODULE (WORK-STUDY 50/50) | Core | 120 | Year-long |
Module Selection for Professional Training Year (PTY) -
Students taking the PTY Year must choose one of module ENGP012, ENGP019 or ENGP020
Year 4 (with PTY) - FHEQ Level 7
Module Selection for Year 4 (with PTY) - FHEQ Level 7
Semester 1: choose Advanced Research Project and then 1 from the listed 2 optional modules or do not select Advanced Research Project and select both optional modules
Semester 2: if Advanced Research Project was selected in Semester 1, select 2 optional modules from the listed 4 optional modules. If Advanced Research Project was not selected in Semester 1, select 3 optional modules from the listed 4 optional modules.
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 | |
| Study exchange (Level 5) | Y | |
| Dual degree | N |
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