Biomedical Engineering and Healthcare Technologies MEng

This module will enable students to gain elementary scientific foundations of knowledge in the biomechanical principles, underpinning human movement. Students will develop their knowledge and understanding of the measurement tools used to obtain key measures of human movement and forces; and to develop their appreciation of their utility and limitations. It will also support students to apply fundamental biomechanical principles to understanding movements in sport, health and exercise scenarios.

This module will provide students with a foundational knowledge of human anatomy and physiology in relation to sport, health and exercise contexts. It will raise students’ awareness of key theories, principles and processes as they apply to sport, health and exercise-related activities. Students will also gain an appreciation of how learned theories, principles and concepts may be applied in an interdisciplinary manner.

To develop the design skills required by students studying in all engineering disciplines, thereby supporting their journey through Higher Education and into their professional life with the intention of maximising their employability. Skills development in the following areas will be addressed: 

• Problem solving
• Engineering design
• Introductory project management
• Engineering Communication
• Working in inclusive teams
• Health and safety
• Sustainability and Security

The main aims of the module are to develop students’ understanding of the contemporary electronic and computer engineering professions, and their understanding of what being a Chartered Engineer involves. This includes developing student’s expertise in both understanding and designing basic analogue and digital electronic systems.

• To present principles governing thermodynamics
• To present principles governing the mechanics of fluid flow
• To present interpret and apply concepts and theories of classical engineering thermodynamics, fluid mechanics and basic heat transfer to engineering systems.
• To develop knowledge, understanding and skills in analysing engineering problems

This module aims to equip students with a solid foundation in engineering mathematics and introductory programming. It develops their ability to understand and apply fundamental mathematical methods relevant to engineering practice, introduces programming as a tool for solving engineering problems, and enhances their skills in formulating, representing, and solving problems using algorithmic and computational approaches.

This module aims to equip students with a solid foundation in engineering mathematics and introductory programming. It develops their ability to understand and apply fundamental mathematical methods relevant to engineering practice, introduces programming as a tool for solving engineering problems, and enhances their skills in formulating, representing, and solving problems using algorithmic and computational approaches.

• To introduce students with the core principles and values underpinning the work of engineers, its breadth and impact on society and the responsibilities that arise as a result, via a combination of general principles and specific case studies.
• To provide guidance on the typical career of an engineer and introduce the standards set by the Engineering Council, which must be met to qualify for each relevant professional title.
• To allow engineering students to develop the skills required to thrive in their journey through Higher Education and into their professional life, so that they can develop their full potential, maximising their academic performance, work productivity and their employability, while achieving a satisfactory and healthy work-life balance.

This module aims to allow students to gain proficiency in calculating and explaining common biomechanical measures that are used to assess human movement. Students will be introduced to biomechanical concepts and gain hands-on experience with measurement equipment and analysis techniques related to the assessment of human movement.

• To develop an understanding of digital systems and microcontroller architecture from a practical engineering perspective.
• To develop students’ appreciation of fundamental algorithms, roles, limitations of CAD tools used in digital systems design and their limitations.
• To give a practical insight in the design, implementation and testing of Digital systems.
• To develop the underlying knowledge and give a practical insight in today’s embedded systems design using microcontrollers.

The module aims to provide an appreciation and understanding of the theory and operation of electronic circuit design with consideration to single and multi-device sub-circuits, frequency response characteristics, feedback, stability, and efficiency. Students will also develop a design and evaluate practical skills in electronics on a design project.

• To design, build and test relevant mechanical devices in a competitive engineering design team context.
• To enhance creative and analytical methods and techniques in a team context.
• To apply design and make skills, while exercising personal initiative and responsibility, in a team context.

This module will introduce students to the fundamental principles of fluid mechanics and their application to biomedical engineering systems. Students will develop an understanding of the behaviour of fluids at rest and in motion, including the analysis of fluid properties, flow behaviour, and conservation laws. The module also supports the application of theoretical concepts to practical engineering problems, enabling students to analyse and model fluid flow in a range of biomedical engineering contexts.

This module will provide students with an integrated introduction to the biological and material science foundations required for understanding how cells and biomaterials function together in medical and bioengineering contexts, what are the implications from health and safety, as well as ethical considerations. The students will learn about : 

• fundamental structures, functions, and behaviours of cells;
• biomolecules and the cellular processes essential for life;
• biomaterial classes, their properties, and their relevance to biomedical applications;
• how cells interact with biomaterials, including concepts of biocompatibility and immune response

On this module, students will develop the mathematical tools required to gain knowledge and understanding of continuous-time and discrete-time signals and systems, explored in both the time and frequency domains. The module supports the analysis and modelling of signals and systems relevant to a range of engineering applications.

• To develop and demonstrate an understanding of project management by working as part of a team to research and plan a project.
• To develop and demonstrate an understanding of how engineering business is conducted, with specific regard to ensuring ethical operation, financial viability and intellectual property management.
• To enhance student preparedness for work placement and employment.

This module will provide students with an in-depth understanding of healthcare engineering, covering the principles, technologies, and professional practices that support safe and effective clinical care. It integrates technical knowledge with regulatory, ethical, and operational perspectives to prepare learners for roles in medical technology development and healthcare system support.

This module aims to develop students’ understanding of the engineering, scientific, and economic trade-offs involved in the design and implementation of embedded systems. It also provides familiarity with, and practical experience of, a range of architectural techniques and design methodologies, including their application and suitability for embedded platforms such as field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs).

The aim of this module is to introduce knowledge and methods for designing and implementing mechatronic systems for control and robot systems, and to provide a mathematical foundation for control systems analysis, design and performance improvement. Students will develop an understanding of modelling dynamic systems using transfer functions and block diagrams.

This module provides students with the opportunity to plan, research, and conduct a substantial individual project within their chosen area of biomedical engineering. Students will apply appropriate biomedical engineering principles, methods, and techniques at an advanced level to investigate a defined problem. The module develops skills in critical analysis, evaluation of results, and assessment of validity in relation to engineering practice and existing literature. Students will also demonstrate self-directed learning through independent problem-solving, the development of original ideas, and the communication of well-reasoned conclusions.

To develop understanding of managing key processes and projects in engineering with a specific focus on principles/ techniques for managing the quality of Engineering systems.

This module develops students understanding of leadership, strategic management, and business culture in the delivery of biomedical engineering projects. It examines how research and innovation translate into business value, equipping students with the skills to manage complex projects, foster innovation, and make strategic decisions within an evolving industrial landscape.

This module aims to introduce students to biomedical engineering entrepreneurship grounded in engineering design, focusing on design methodology, materials selection, and manufacturing considerations that enable biomedical innovations to progress from laboratory concepts to real-world healthcare applications.

This module aims to introduce students to the fundamentals of medical device engineering, including relevant biological systems, clinical application areas, and contemporary manufacturing approaches. It provides an overview of how medical devices are designed, analysed, and used in healthcare settings, alongside an introduction to regulatory frameworks that govern the medical device industry. The module also introduces the use of multiphysics modelling tools to support the analysis and design of medical devices and micro-electromechanical systems.

This module aims to introduce students to key concepts related to smart biomaterials and therapeutic systems within biomedical engineering. It focuses on material properties, basic biological interactions, and their relevance to therapeutic applications, supporting an understanding of how such systems are studied and applied in healthcare contexts.

This module aims to introduce students to the principles and applications of assistive and smart living technologies within healthcare and everyday environments. It focuses on the role of engineering design, sensing, and system integration in supporting independence, accessibility, and quality of life, providing an understanding of how such technologies are developed and applied in real-world contexts.

This module aims to introduce students to fundamental concepts of artificial intelligence and data science as applied to biomedical engineering. It focuses on the use of data-driven methods for analysing biomedical data and supporting engineering and healthcare applications, providing an understanding of how AI and data science techniques are applied within biomedical engineering contexts.