Course contact details
Admissions
Email:admissions@surrey.ac.uk
Phone:+44(0)1483 682222
University of Surrey
Guildford
GU2 7XH
Course summary
Why choose this course
Our BEng and MEng Biomedical Engineering courses are taught by leading academics, drawing on more than 50 years’ experience of training biomedical engineers.
On your journey to becoming a biomedical engineer at Surrey, you'll learn in outstanding facilities which include:
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Clinical-grade human movement lab
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Latest design software and computer-numerical-control (CNC) machine tooling equipment within our Design Centre
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State of the art material characterisation and testing facilities.
Our award-winning Professional Training placements give students work experience opportunities with leading organisations such as GE Healthcare, Hawk-Eye, DePuy Synthes, 3M, Abbott, Renishaw Neuro Solutions.
We’re preparing you for the future by integrating AI into every course, building digital skills, confidence and creativity that employers value in tomorrow’s workplace.
What you will study
With a strong focus on clinical applications, our biomedical engineering courses explore a broad curriculum. This includes human movement, biosensors, prosthesis design, biomedical signal processing and implant technology, among other topics.
You can apply to study for either a BEng or Meng. The MEng builds on the BEng with a masters year and is a direct route to a masters qualification, known as an integrated masters.
Modules
Course Modules
To see the full range of modules for this course please visit our website – the link is under the Course contact details. You will also find full details of the programme, including programme structure, assessment methods, contact hours and Graduate prospects.
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Stag Hill
Study options
- Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) • Full-Time • Placement (mandatory) • 4 Years
- Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) • Full-Time • 3 Years
Start dates
Application codes
- Institution code:
- S85
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
University of Surrey has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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What does this TEF outcome mean?
How to apply
Application codes
- Institution code:
- S85
This course may be available at alternative locations, please check if other course options are available.
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Entry requirements
Typical qualification requirements
A levelABB
Overall:
ABB
We do not include General Studies or Critical Thinking in our offers.
Required Subjects:
Mathematics and Physics. Alternatively, two other science subjects can be accepted in place of physics. Suitable science subjects include further maths; biology; chemistry; environmental science; geology; geography; computing; computer science; design and technology; economics; statistics; product design; psychology and electronics.
Applicants taking the Science Practical Endorsement are expected to pass.
ABB
We do not include General Studies or Critical Thinking in our offers.
Required Subjects:
Mathematics and Physics. Alternatively, two other science subjects can be accepted in place of physics. Suitable science subjects include further maths; biology; chemistry; environmental science; geology; geography; computing; computer science; design and technology; economics; statistics; product design; psychology and electronics.
Applicants taking the Science Practical Endorsement are expected to pass.
UCAS TariffNot accepted
Scottish HigherAABBB
Overall:
AABBB
Required Subjects:
Mathematics and Physics. Two science subjects can be accepted in place of Physics. Please see the A-level dropdown for accepted subjects.
GCSE or Equivalent:
English Language: Scottish National 5 - C
AABBB
Required Subjects:
Mathematics and Physics. Two science subjects can be accepted in place of Physics. Please see the A-level dropdown for accepted subjects.
GCSE or Equivalent:
English Language: Scottish National 5 - C
Access to HE DiplomaDistinction: 30 Merit: 15
Overall:
QAA recognised Access to Higher Education Diploma with 45 Level 3 credits overall including 30 at Distinction and 15 at Merit. Additionally, A-level Mathematics grade B.
Required subjects:
Modules must be in relevant subjects, and A level Mathematics grade B. Please contact us for details.
QAA recognised Access to Higher Education Diploma with 45 Level 3 credits overall including 30 at Distinction and 15 at Merit. Additionally, A-level Mathematics grade B.
Required subjects:
Modules must be in relevant subjects, and A level Mathematics grade B. Please contact us for details.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE English Language at Grade C(4).
Scottish Advanced HigherABB
Overall:
ABB
Required Subjects:
Mathematics and Physics. Alternatively, two other science subjects can be accepted in place of physics. Suitable science subjects include further maths; biology; chemistry; environmental science; geology; geography; computing; computer science; design and technology; economics; statistics; product design; psychology and electronics.
GCSE or Equivalent:
English Language: Scottish National 5 - C
ABB
Required Subjects:
Mathematics and Physics. Alternatively, two other science subjects can be accepted in place of physics. Suitable science subjects include further maths; biology; chemistry; environmental science; geology; geography; computing; computer science; design and technology; economics; statistics; product design; psychology and electronics.
GCSE or Equivalent:
English Language: Scottish National 5 - C
Extended ProjectNot accepted
International Baccalaureate Diploma ProgrammeOffer: 33
Overall:
33
Required Subjects:
Physics HL5/SL6 and either mathematics analysis and approaches HL5/SL6 or mathematics applications and interpretations HL5
GCSE or Equivalent:
English A HL4/SL4 or English B HL5/SL6
33
Required Subjects:
Physics HL5/SL6 and either mathematics analysis and approaches HL5/SL6 or mathematics applications and interpretations HL5
GCSE or Equivalent:
English A HL4/SL4 or English B HL5/SL6
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
Overall:
Pass overall with ABB from a combination of the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales and two A-levels.
Required subjects:
A-level Mathematics and Physics. Two science subjects can be accepted in place of Physics. Please see the A-level dropdown for accepted subjects.
Please note: A-level General Studies and A-level Critical Thinking are not accepted. Applicants taking the Science Practical Endorsement are expected to pass.
GCSE or equivalent: Please check the A-level dropdown for the required GCSE levels.
Pass overall with ABB from a combination of the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales and two A-levels.
Required subjects:
A-level Mathematics and Physics. Two science subjects can be accepted in place of Physics. Please see the A-level dropdown for accepted subjects.
Please note: A-level General Studies and A-level Critical Thinking are not accepted. Applicants taking the Science Practical Endorsement are expected to pass.
GCSE or equivalent: Please check the A-level dropdown for the required GCSE levels.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DDD
Overall:
DDD in the BTEC Extended Diploma and A-level Mathematics at grade B.
Required Subjects:
BTEC must be in a relevant subject and A level Mathematics grade B
DDD in the BTEC Extended Diploma and A-level Mathematics at grade B.
Required Subjects:
BTEC must be in a relevant subject and A level Mathematics grade B
Applications are considered on an individual basis, taking into account qualifications achieved, predicted grades, personal statement and academic reference. Conditional offers are specified in terms of required grades; we do not make offers in terms of overall UCAS tariff.
We understand that predicted grades are an estimate and will consider applicants who have predicted grades that are a little lower than our published requirement. Any offers we make will align with the grades shown above unless a grade reduction can be offered under our Contextual Admissions policy or our In2Surrey scheme. Details can be found here: https://www.surrey.ac.uk/schools-colleges/contextual-admissions-policy
Applicants with a mixed qualification profile (e.g. those taking A-levels and BTEC qualifications) are encouraged to contact admissions@surrey.ac.uk for guidance on the grades accepted.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | 6.0 overall with 5.5 in each element |
https://www.surrey.ac.uk/apply/international/english-language-requirements
Historical entry grades data
This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).
It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.
Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Per year tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Wales & Northern Ireland | TBC |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
Please see our website for up-to-date information on our fees for 2027/28:
https://www.surrey.ac.uk/fees-and-funding/tuition-fees/undergraduate-2027-entry
Sponsorship information
Scholarships and bursaries 1
The University of Surrey offers a range of scholarships and bursaries to support our students, please visit https://www.surrey.ac.uk/fees-and-funding/scholarships-and-bursaries for more details.
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