Program Overview

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Introduction to the Biomedical Engineering PhD Program

The Biomedical Engineering PhD program at Brunel University is designed to address unmet needs in healthcare through innovative technology. With a strong focus on research, this program aims to provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary to make a significant impact in the field of biomedical engineering.

Research Profile

Research at Brunel on Biomedical Engineering is focused on addressing real-world problems in healthcare. The university has a strong research profile, with a range of research groups and centers working on various aspects of biomedical engineering. Some of the research areas include:

• AI Social and Digital Innovation
• Brunel Interdisciplinary Power Systems
• Digital Manufacturing
• Electronic Systems
• Institute of Digital Futures
• Intelligent Digital Economy and Society
• Media Communication
• Sensors and Instrumentation
• Wireless Network and Communication

Finding a Supervisor

Students are encouraged to approach potential supervisors directly to discuss their research interests. The university has a range of expert supervisors in the field of biomedical engineering, and students can search for supervisors using the university's online database.

PhD Topics

While students are welcome to propose their own research topics, the university also provides a range of suggested topics, including:

• Addressing the challenge of energy losses in African power distribution networks through advanced loss reduction techniques
• Addressing water-energy nexus challenges in the Middle East through renewable energy integration
• Advanced reactive power control strategies for hosting capacity enhancement in distribution networks
• AI-enabled autonomous robots for non-disruptive inspection of utility and sewage systems
• AI system for historical handwritten text recognition (HTR)

Research Journey

The PhD program can be studied full-time or part-time, with start dates in January, April, or October. The program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive research experience, including:

• A research proposal
• A literature review
• Data collection and analysis
• Writing and defending a thesis

Research Support

The university provides a range of research support services, including:

• Excellent research support and training
• Access to state-of-the-art research facilities
• Opportunities for collaboration with other researchers and industry partners
• A range of training and development opportunities, including workshops and seminars

Careers and Your Future

The university provides a range of career support services, including:

• One-to-one careers consultations
• Careers events and workshops
• Access to job vacancies and internship opportunities
• Support with writing CVs and cover letters

Entry Requirements

The general university entrance requirement for registration for a research degree is normally a First or Upper Second Class Honours degree (1st or 2:1). An interview will be required as part of the admissions process, and applicants will be required to submit a personal statement and a research statement.

English Language Requirements

Applicants must demonstrate a good understanding of the English language, with a minimum IELTS score of 7.0 (with a minimum of 6.0 in all areas).

Fees and Funding

The tuition fees for the PhD program are:

• Ł24,795 per year (full-time) for international students
• Ł5,006 per year (full-time) for UK students
• Ł12,395 per year (part-time) for international students
• Ł2,503 per year (part-time) for UK students

The university offers a range of funding opportunities, including scholarships and bursaries. Students can also apply for a Doctoral Student Loan of up to Ł25,000.