Healthcare Science (Medical Engineering)

Overview

Over three years you will learn about the medical equipment lifecycle, including acceptance testing of new equipment, introduction of equipment and devices into service, advising on the correct use of equipment, addressing patient safety issues and safely disposing of old devices. 

You will combine in-depth academic work with practical clinical and technological skills in a range of specialised healthcare settings.

Career of the BSc Healthcare Science (Medical Engineering) programme from Swansea University

Job prospects are excellent, with nearly 100 per cent of Healthcare Sciences students going on to work in their chosen profession within six months of graduating (Destination of Leavers in HE Study, 2018)

The NHS starting salary for Medical Engineers is around £24,214, rising to £43,772. There are also many opportunities to work in research, education, management, and the private sector.

Our career support services include:

• Employability workshops, employers’ talks, bespoke events and careers fairs
• Individual advice and guidance from professionally qualified Careers Advisers
• Help with finding jobs, internships, work placements and volunteering opportunities
• Access to information resources on a wide range of career management topics
• Advice and guidance on postgraduate study and funding
• Funding to support student internship opportunities and Student Society/Club events.

We also provide help and advice for Swansea University Alumni up to two years after you graduate.

Accreditation

Accredited by the National School of Healthcare and Science and The Institute of Physics and Engineering in Medicine.