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Bioengineering
Use engineering principles to solve problems in healthcare, medicine and the world we live in
Bioengineers work at the interface of medical sciences and engineering to create life changing solutions in healthcare.
What is bioengineering?
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Fast growing field Technology’s use in healthcare is growing the global demand for bioengineers
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Making a difference With real-world applications like improving cancer treatments and heart disease diagnosis
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2nd in the UK Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025
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8th in the world Engineering and Technology QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025
Why Imperial?
Learn through the latest discoveries in biomedical and biological engineering and biomimetics
Work in world-class labs, workshops and makerspaces
Enjoy exceptional support for entrepreneurs
Benefit from strong industrial links, bringing opportunities including undergraduate placements and collaborative projects
Courses
Our range of courses give you a solid understanding of bioengineering, with the option to specialise
Biomedical Engineering
Develop a breadth and depth of engineering skills and knowledge to address problems in medicine and biology.
Start date
- 2026
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Biomedical Technology Ventures
Learn how to improve human healthcare through the application of technology.
Start date
- 2026
Molecular Bioengineering
Explore engineering, biology and chemistry to understand how vital molecular level interactions can benefit human health
Start date
- 2026
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Bioengineering
Develop analytical and problem solving skills for a career in bioengineering.
Start date
- 2025
Biomedical Engineering (Biomaterials)
Explore the use of advanced biomaterials in medical and surgical environments.
Start date
- 2025
Biomedical Engineering (Biomechanics and Mechanobiology)
Focus on bioengineering problems related to systems to understand how mechanical forces impact biological function.
Start date
- 2025
Biomedical Engineering (Computational Bioengineering)
Apply mathematical models and techniques to biological data to improve our understanding of how organisms function and how diseases progress.
Start date
- 2025
Biomedical Engineering (Medical Physics)
Explore methods, techniques and applications for the monitoring and imaging of biological systems.
Start date
- 2025
Biomedical Engineering (Neurotechnology)
Develop expertise in the science and technology related to nervous systems, brains function and devices in neurotechnology.
Start date
- 2025
Cancer Technology
Develop a unique understanding of cancer from a bioengineering perspective.
Start date
- 2025
Drug Discovery and Development: Multidisciplinary Science for Next Generation Therapeutics
Build your expertise in multidisciplinary drug discovery research and explore emerging technologies.
Start date
- 2025
Engineering for Biomedicine
Learn how to tackle modern healthcare challenges with bioengineering technology.
Start date
- 2025
Human and Biological Robotics
Advance your knowledge on how bioengineers are leading the way in tackling modern healthcare challenges.
Start date
- 2025
Machine Learning and Big Data in the Physical Sciences
Deepen your understanding of the methodologies used in research involving large data sets.
Start date
- 2025
Medical Device Design and Entrepreneurship
Develop research and analytical skills towards a career in bioengineering or for further PHD study.
Start date
- 2025
Medical Robotics and Image-Guided Intervention
Gain the research experience required to work within the innovative field of medical robotics and surgical imaging
Start date
- 2025
Medical Robotics and Image-Guided Intervention: Clinical Robotics and AI
Discover how medical robotics and data science are being applied in the clinic and carry out cutting-edge translational research
Start date
- 2025
Neurotechnology
Develop your expertise for a career at the interface between neuroscience and engineering.
Start date
- 2025
Soft Electronic Materials
Create and optimise new types of electronic materials and devices for a diverse range of applications.
Start date
- 2025
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