Biomedical Electronics South East Technological University

Overview

The Biomedical Electronics programme from South East Technological University  is a blended mix of theory classes, practical experiments and laboratory sessions combined with project-based learning (PBL) elements (hands-on) with medical device equipment and software tools.

Is this course for you?

• Learn electronic circuit design, & analysis techniques for medical devices,
• Master problem solving and critical thinking,
• Knowledge of treatment methods of medical conditions & disorders,

• Develop practical abilities in prototyping, design, & teamwork skills

Career opportunities

Excellent career prospects exist for graduates within the medical devices sector in Ireland and abroad:

• The global medical devices market in 2020 was valued at 390 billion,
• Ireland is one of Europe's largest MedTech hotspots, which is home to 300+ companies that employ over 32,000 people, which is the highest number of MedTech personnel per capita in Europe,
• Exports of medical devices and diagnostic products now represent 8% of Ireland's total merchandise exports, which is worth 12.6 billion in exports annually,
• MedTech companies require a continuous supply of graduates with electronic engineering skills and domain knowledge of the medical devices sector.

Employment roles include:

• Research and development (R&D),
• Design of electronic circuits and systems for medical technologies,
• Advanced manufacturing processes,
• Specialist rehabilitation engineering,
• Wearable and connected health products,
• Clinical medicine & pharmaceutical products,
• Engineering consultancy on biomedical technologies.