This course gives you the chance to explore biomedical and healthcare engineering with a focus on improving patient care. You will receive a world class, research-led education in human physiology and disease, alongside engineering and transferrable problem-solving skills. Learn how innovation and technology are improving medical treatment, through developments in artificial and regenerative tissues, medical imaging, robotic surgeries and improved prosthetics.
For entry requirements with other UK qualifications accepted by UCL, choose your qualification from the list below:
Not acceptable for entrance to this programme
Pass in Access to HE Diploma, with a minimum of 18 credits awarded with Distinction in the Level 3 units, the remainder of the Level 3 units awarded with Merit.
D3,D3,M1 in three Cambridge Pre-U Principal Subjects, including Mathematics and Biology at D3 and either Physics or Chemistry at M1.
A,A,B at Advanced Highers (or A,A at Advanced Higher and B,B,B at Higher), including Mathematics and Biology at A,A Advanced Higher and either Physics or Chemistry at Advanced Higher or Higher.
Successful completion of the WBQ Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate plus 2 GCE A-Levels at grades AAB including Mathematics and Biology at grade AA and either Physics or Chemistry at grade B.
In addition to A level and International Baccalaureate, UCL considers a wide range of international qualifications for entry to its undergraduate degree programmes.
If your education has not been conducted in the English language, you will be expected to demonstrate evidence of an adequate level of English proficiency. Information about the evidence required, acceptable qualifications and test providers can be found on our English language requirements page.
The English language level for this programme is: Good
A variety of English language programmes are offered at the UCL Centre for Languages & International Education.
You will benefit from world-leading research activity in medical science and engineering across UCL. UCL is the top UK University for research strength (REF2014) and a top 10 Faculty for Medical Sciences in the world (QS).
You will specialise in medical science or engineering stream based on your interests. You will engage with scientists, clinicians and engineers across Bloomsbury, Royal Free and Stanmore hospitals in world-class facilities.
Alongside the knowledge in human physiology, disease and the engineering disciplines, you will also learn about commercialisation within the biomedical technology industry.
Our teaching is designed to develop communication and leadership skills including a professional practice module to prepare you for your career. You could work in a variety of exciting fields, delivering healthcare solutions to sustain human health and tackle the global health challenges of the future.
In each year of your degree you will take a number of individual modules, normally valued at 15 or 30 credits, adding up to a total of 120 credits for the year. Modules are assessed in the academic year in which they are taken. The balance of compulsory and optional modules varies from programme to programme and year to year. A 30-credit module is considered equivalent to 15 credits in the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS).
In each year of your degree you will take a number of individual modules, normally valued at 15 or 30 credits, adding up to a total of 120 credits for the year. Modules are assessed in the academic year in which they are taken. A 30-credit module is considered equivalent to 15 credits in the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS).
This degree is split equally between engineering and medical science and is composed of eight compulsory modules in year one and eight in year two.
In year three students are able to choose from different streams, within either medical sciences or engineering disciplines. You will also complete two compulsory modules; Research Project and Professional Clinical Practice.
The research project will give you experience in conducting research in a world-leading institution. Some examples of current student project areas are:
An indicative guide to the structure of this programme, year by year.
Introduction to Engineering Medicine
Cardiovascular and Respiratory Function in Health and Disease
Mathematics and Modelling
Medical Instrumentation
The Gut, Liver and Drug Metabolism
Kidneys, Hormonal Control of Human Physiology, Fluid Balance and Nutrition
Materials and Mechanics
Design and Professional Skills 1
All first year modules are compulsory.
The Functional Nervous System and Brain
Medical Instrumentation 2
Mathematical Modelling and Analysis
Musculoskeletal Biology
Manufacturing Regenerative Medicines
Fundamentals of Biomechanics
Professional Medical Practice
Infection, Inflammation and Repair
All second year modules are compulsory.
Professional Clinical Practice
Research Project
A variety of optional streams will be available, allowing students to personalise their degree along a theme including engineering or medical sciences.
Taught modules will be supported by specially-tailored group tutorials. Working in small teams, students will apply their knowledge within a supported environment, supervised by academics. Formal learning will include practical laboratory classes, case-based discussions, workshops and research projects (group and individual).
A range of methods of assessment will be used across the programme, including: written coursework, project reports, and unseen examinations (designed to test knowledge and understanding of both medical sciences and engineering).
Detailed module descriptions are available on the department website: Medical Sciences and Engineering BSc.
Recent government and industry reports have identified skills shortages in the healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors. These shortages need to be met by multidisciplinary graduates who can think broadly to create new solutions to global challenges.
Graduates will be able to work in a broad spectrum of roles, including (but not limited to) designing artificial and regenerative body organs and tissues, designing equipment for improved surgical techniques (robotic surgery) and assistive technology. You could also develop a career in innovating techniques for diagnosis and treatment of disease, or quantifying physiological function.
Graduates may also enter NHS Clinical Scientist and Clinical Engineer training programmes or continue with postgraduate studies.
UCL is commited to helping you get the best start after graduation. Read more about how UCL Careers and UCL Innovation and Enterprise can help you find employment or learn about entrepreneurship.
The fees indicated are for undergraduate entry in the 2019/20 academic year. The UK/EU fees shown are for the first year of the programme at UCL only. Fees for future years may be subject to an inflationary increase. The Overseas fees shown are the fees that will be charged to 2019/20 entrants for each year of study on the programme, unless otherwise indicated below.
Full details of UCL's tuition fees, tuition fee policy and potential increases to fees can be found on the UCL Students website.
The core textbooks for all modules are available in UCL Libraries (including the Royal Free library), and journal articles in your reading lists are available to download electronically. Some students may wish to purchase their own text books or print course documents and if you would like to do this, then we suggest allowing approximately £200 per year for this. In addition students will be required to pay for their own travel costs to placements or project locations, depending upon he proje
Various funding options are available, including student loans, scholarships and bursaries. UK students whose household income falls below a certain level may also be eligible for a non-repayable bursary or for certain scholarships. Please see the Fees and funding pages for more details.
Funding opportunities relevant to the department may appear in this section when they are available. Please check carefully or confirm with the programme contact to ensure they apply to this degree programme.
The Scholarships and Funding website lists scholarships and funding schemes available to UCL students. These may be open to all students, or restricted to specific nationalities, regions or academic department.
We will be looking for evidence of your motivation, commitment and enthusiasm to pursue this degree. This could be demonstrated through relevant work or other experiences (e.g. attendance at a scientific exhibition). This programme will suit students who want to make a difference in the world, who are innovative and inventive, and who are prepared to be challenged.
Due to the programme content, we require applicants have an A level in Biology and Mathematics, plus one additional STEM subject (e.g. Chemistry, Physics, Further Mathematics).
Application for admission should be made through UCAS (the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service). Applicants currently at school or college will be provided with advice on the process; however, applicants who have left school or who are based outside the United Kingdom may obtain information directly from UCAS.
Application deadline: 15 January 2019
We will use your predicted or achieved academic qualifications, your personal statement and your reference to decide whether to offer you a place.
We are happy to defer your entry for one year, provided that you have made definite plans for that year (such as working in a relevant field to gain experience or broadening your horizons through travel).
We enthusiastically welcome students applying from overseas.
For further information on UCL's selection process see: Selection of students.