BSc (Intercal) in Biomedical Engineering and Clinical Materials
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
It provides advanced knowledge and skills in biomedical engineering and clinical materials, with a focus on research experience and specialization in areas relevant to medical and dental healthcare interventions. Graduates may pursue careers in academic medicine, clinical research, medical device development, and other related fields.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Intercalated Biomedical Engineering and Clinical Materials
is a one-year program designed for students who are already enrolled in a medical or dental degree at Queen Mary University of London. This program allows students to gain an additional BSc degree in a specialized field related to the application of engineering and materials in medicine.
Objectives:
- Equip students with advanced knowledge and skills in biomedical engineering and clinical materials.
- Provide research experience through an original research project.
- Develop students' analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Enhance students' awareness of ethical considerations in medical research.
- Offer specialization in various areas relevant to medical and dental healthcare interventions.
Description:
This program combines theoretical learning with hands-on research experience. Students will attend lectures, participate in small-group tutorials, and engage with visiting speakers. They will also have access to state-of-the-art facilities such as the BioFluids laboratory, cell and tissue engineering labs, and confocal laser scanning microscopy systems.
Outline:
Structure:
The program is divided into two semesters, with each semester comprising four modules worth 15 credits each. The research project accounts for 50% of the final mark and is carried out throughout the academic year.
Modules:
- Clinical Bioengineering: Applications in Urology
- Medical Robotics and Surgical Techniques
- Macromolecular Engineering
- Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine
- Nanotechnology and Nanomedicine
- Clinical Sensors and Measurements
- Processing and Analysis in Biomedical Imaging
- Medical Ethics and Regulatory Affairs
- Digital Signal Acquisition and Processing
- Digital Manufacture for Healthcare Innovations
- Biocompatibility
- Cell and Tissue Mechanics
- Computational Fluid Dynamics
- Machine learning and Artificial Intelligence for Engineering
- Modern Robotics: Fundamentals and Applications
- Cognitive Robotics
- Deep Learning for Data and Image Analysis
Research Project:
The research project provides students with an opportunity to:
- Deeply explore a specific research area.
- Disseminate findings through peer-reviewed publications and presentations.
- Pitch their research to the scientific, clinical, and industry community.
- Participate in student and early career competitions to win summer research scholarships and awards.
Assessment:
Assessment methods include:
- Written exams
- Coursework involving practical sessions and virtual labs
- Research project evaluation
Teaching:
Methods:
- Lectures
- Small-group tutorials
- Visiting speakers
- Virtual lab sessions
Faculty:
The program boasts experienced faculty members with extensive research backgrounds and strong industry connections.
Unique Approaches:
- Early involvement in the research project to gain hands-on experience.
- Emphasis on developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Careers:
Upon completion, graduates may pursue careers in:
- Academic medicine
- Clinical research
- Medical device development
- Pharmaceutical industry
- Tissue engineering and regenerative medicine
- Personalized medicine
Other:
- Students who achieve satisfactory performance can apply for bursaries based on research interests, financial need, or academic merit.
- The program welcomes applications from students from both the UK and overseas.
Home fees:
£9,250
Overseas fees:
£28,350
Entry Requirements
UK Students
- A-level: Pass in Mathematics or Physics.
- Medical students: Must have completed 2, 3, or 4 years of the MBBS course (or 1 or 2 years of a graduate entry program) and have passed all years to date.
- Dental students: Must have completed 2, 3, or 4 years of the BDS course and passed all years to date, including all continuous assessment components and satisfactory annual progress reviews.
- All students: Must have demonstrated satisfactory performance and completion of all student-selected components (SSCs). However, as the program is taught in English, all students, including international students, are expected to have a strong command of English.
- Intercalated degrees: https://www.qmul.ac.uk/intercalated/
