Overview

The Biomedical Engineering (Hons) programme offered at Ulster University as a challenging course, multidisciplinary in nature and equips graduates with the skills needed for a career in this ever-expanding sector. Likewise, it provides a solid platform to undertake further MSc or PhD study programs in this area.

As well as providing the student with all necessary competencies to gain successful employment (or further study opportunities) after graduating, the staff delivering the course put a lot of emphasis on looking after the students when they are at University. This includes both good academic support and pastoral care which is equally important to ensure each student reaches their full potential.

Career and Opportunities

Biomedical engineers can take up employment in a range of different areas due to its interdisciplinary nature. Potential employers include:

The medical device and pharmaceutical industry (e.g. Boston Scientific, Medtronic, Stryker, Abbott, Heartsine, Intelesens, Randox, Almac, Norbrook, Trucorp, Siemens, Philips)

Hospital trusts (e.g. Northern Ireland, Ireland, UK and Australia)

Government and regulatory agencies (UK), and

Universities (e.g. Ulster University, QUB, KCL, Imperial College, Leeds, Southampton, TCD, UCD).

With this degree you could become:

Biomedical Engineering

Biomedical R & D Engineer

Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer

Project Engineer

Quality Compliance Officer

R&D Engineer

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Regulatory Affairs and Ethics
Mechanical Systems Analysis for Biomedical Engineers
Advanced Biomedical Engineering Topics
Embedded Systems and Microcontrollers
Engineering Programming
Design of Advanced Medical Sensors
Functional Biomaterials
Signal Processing and Data Analysis

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

110

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Belfast, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Bio & Biomedical Engineering View 112 other Bachelors in Bio & Biomedical Engineering in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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110

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80

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59

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

A Level: BBB to include Grade B in one from Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Technology & Design, Design & Technology, Engineering, Life & Health Science (single or double) or Double Award Science/Applied Science.

RQF Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma: Award profile of DDM

Irish Leaving Certificate: 120 UCAS Tariff points to include a minimum of five subjects (four of which must be at Higher Level) to include English at H6 and Mathematics at H5 if studied at Higher Level, or English at O4 and Mathematics at O3 if studied at Ordinary Level.

International Baccalaureate: Overall profile is a minimum of 26 points to include 13 at Higher Level, and minimum Grade 5 in Higher Level Mathematics and minimum Grade 5 in a Higher Level Science subject. Grade 4 in English Language is also required in overall profile.

GCSE: Grade C/4 or above in English Language and GCSE Grade C*/5 or above in Mathematics.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

17010 GBP / year

≈ 17010 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

4855 GBP / year

≈ 4855 GBP / year

Additional Details

England, Wales, Scotland and the Islands students fee - 9,535 per year (last year's fee)

Living costs

Belfast

United Kingdom

561 - 887 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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