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Use engineering principles to solve problems in healthcare, medicine and the world we live in

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Bioengineers work at the interface of medical sciences and engineering to create life changing solutions in healthcare.

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  • Fast growing field Technology’s use in healthcare is growing the global demand for bioengineers
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Build your expertise in multidisciplinary drug discovery research and explore emerging technologies.

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Advance your knowledge on how bioengineers are leading the way in tackling modern healthcare challenges.

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Deepen your understanding of the methodologies used in research involving large data sets.

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Gain the research experience required to work within the innovative field of medical robotics and surgical imaging

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