Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Biomedical Engineering, Munster Technological University

Cork, Ulster

48 Months

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About this course

Biomedical engineering fuses engineering principles with an understanding of the functioning of the human body, whether healthy, injured or diseased. The course prepares students to work in Ireland’s strong medical device sector, which exports significant products like prosthetic devices, implants, diagnostics, and wound care products. Students learn about designing and developing artificial joints, medical diagnosis equipment, and implanting biomaterials, supporting roles throughout the product lifecycle from design to clinical support. The program emphasizes biological systems, biomedical devices, and clinical engineering, integrated with mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing engineering. Practical projects involve industry collaborations, working with medical practitioners, and hospital units, including options for internships or placements in Ireland or abroad.

Why this course is highly recommended

This program is ideal for students interested in combining engineering with healthcare and medical technology. It aligns with Ireland's robust medical device industry, offering opportunities to work on innovative products like implants and diagnostics. The course provides practical industry collaborations and internships, making graduates well-prepared for careers in medical device design, research, or clinical engineering. Additionally, the program is fully accredited by Engineers Ireland, which supports further academic progression in biomedical fields.

Specialisation

The course covers a broad spectrum of topics such as biomechanics, anatomy, materials, chemistry, physics, and CAD for biomedical applications. It integrates biological sciences with engineering principles, focusing on areas like medical device design, product development, and clinical support, ensuring students gain a comprehensive understanding of biomedical systems and their application in healthcare.

Course fees

Application fees

1st year tuition fees

12.19L

Living cost

Degree requirements

Applicants need to meet a minimum of 455 CAO points for 2024, with specific entry requirements including H5 in two subjects and O6/H7 in four others, including English or Irish and Mathematics (H4 or equivalent). The H4 Mathematics requirement may be satisfied through related subjects such as Applied Mathematics or Mathematics in certain cases.

English language test

IELTS

TOEFL

DUOLINGO

110

PTE

Career prospects

Graduates have opportunities in the medical device industry, research roles within companies, or within hospitals as clinical engineers. Careers may involve medical device design and manufacturing, research and development, or engineering support in clinical environments. The program prepares students for roles in regulated industries such as bio-pharma, food, and electronics, with pathways to further study like a master's or PhD.

FAQs

What is the difference between biomedical science and biomedical engineering?

Biomedical engineering combines engineering principles with knowledge of the human body to design products or provide technical support, working in hospitals and industry. Biomedical scientists focus on investigating tissue and fluids in labs to diagnose and monitor diseases.

Is there a scholarship available for the course?

Yes. The MTU-DePuy Synthes Biomedical Engineering scholarship worth €3,000 per year is available, sponsored by DePuy Synthes, a major employer in Cork manufacturing artificial joints.