Medical Engineering, BEng (Hons)

Medical Engineering at the University of Southampton combines biology, medicine, and engineering to develop innovative technologies for healthcare and wellbeing. The course adopts a patient-centred approach, integrating general and mechanical engineering with specialist modules on medical fundamentals. Students learn core principles, design skills, and practical applications through projects and case studies from healthcare contexts.In the first two years, the curriculum covers introductory medical engineering, human biology, mechanics, and management. The third year allows for specialization via optional modules, an individual project, and selections from Biomedical Engineering. With access to advanced facilities like a high-resolution 3D imaging centre, graduates are equipped for careers in the global health technology sector. Assessment involves examinations and coursework, including reports.

Typical Modules include: Year one: An Introduction to Engineering Design; Introduction to Medical Engineering; Electrical and Electronics Systems; Mathematics for Engineering and the Environment; Mechanics, Structures and Materials; ThermoFluids. Year two: Biomedical Engineering Research, Design and Practice; Human Biology in Health and Disease; Mechanics, Machines and Vibration; Fluid Mechanics; Electronics and Control; Systems Design and Computing; Engineering Management and Law; Mathematics for Engineering and the Environment Part II. Year three: Biomaterials; Engineering Design with Management; Human Factors in Engineering; Orthopaedic Biomechanics; Individual Project; plus additional module options.