Biomedical engineering,PhD
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    Biomedical engineering,PhD

    University of Strathclyde
    University of Strathclyde
    United Kingdom
    United Kingdom, Glasgow
    University Rank:#282
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    Duration3 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    GBP 37,539 / Year
    Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2026

    Biomedical engineering,PhD

    About

    Research opportunities

    The Department of Biomedical Engineering is an international centre of excellence in postgraduate teaching and research. It offers a postgraduate degree programme that combines engineering, medicine and life and physical sciences.

    Postgraduate education and research is directed at the application of the methods and ideas of engineering and the physical and biological sciences in medicine and surgery.

    We have a particular emphasis on clinically-related research which ranges from basic investigations to direct clinical applications. Much of our research is based on active collaboration with clinical units, academic departments and industry in Glasgow along with other areas of the UK and overseas.

    Our students play a vital role in the development of innovative research, enjoy state-of-the-art facilities and have the opportunity to network with industrialists, academic experts and clinical collaborators.

    Visits to local clinical centres along with lectures from industrialists and visiting experts from the UK and overseas are a key part of our courses. You'll also have the opportunity to meet our many industrial and clinical experts to help advise and further your career.

    Our postgraduate education includes research degrees that can be studied over one year (MPhil, MRes) or three years (PhD). Our external research is supported by funding from research councils, the Scottish Government, charities, commerce and industry within the UK, EU and internationally in countries such as the US and Japan.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

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    Entry requirements

    A first-class or upper second-class Honours degree in biomedical engineering, electrical and electronic engineering, physical or life sciences.

    If you have previous biomedical engineering or research experience you may register for MPhil degree. If you're studying for an MPhil or PhD you'll normally attend some of the classes in the instructional MSc in Biomedical Engineering. You'll also undertake a research or development project and submit a thesis.

    If you're in industry, the health service or other suitable employment you may register for part-time MPhil or PhD study. Projects for part-time study are subject to the approval of the Head of Department.

    The application

    During the application you'll be asked for the following:

    • your full contact details
    • transcripts and certificates of all degrees
    • proof of English language proficiency if English isn't your first language
    • two references, one of which must be academic
    • funding or scholarship information
    • research proposal of 250 to 1,000 words in length, detailing the subject area and topic to be investigated

    By filling these details out as fully as possible, you'll avoid any delay to your application being processed by the University.

    Accepting an offer

    Once you've accepted our offer, we'll need you to fulfil any academic, administrative or financial conditions that we ask.

    UK or EU students

    If you're applying as a UK or EU student, you'll then be issued with your registration documentation.

    International students

    An ATAS (Academic Technology Approval Scheme) clearance certificate is a mandatory requirement for some postgraduate students in science, engineering and technology.

    Find out if you need an ATAS certificate.

    English Program Requirements

    We accept a number of English language tests as proof of proficiency in English. IELTS is the most widely available. Information on this can be found on the British Council Website.

    Our current standard requirements are:

    • IELTS (Academic): 6.5 overall (no individual band less than 5.5)
    • Faculty of Science: IELTS (Academic): 6.0 overall (no individual band less than 5.5)
    • Faculty of Engineering (Undergraduate only): IELTS (Academic): 6.0 overall (no individual band less than 5.5)

    Some degree programmes have different English language requirements to the above so please check each individual course page for details.

    Other English language tests may be acceptable and you can find these here:

    If you have a qualification not listed, you should contact our Recruitment & International Office for advice.

    Career

    The University Careers Service can help you with everything from writing your CV to interview preparation.

    Fee Information

    Fees & funding

    All fees quoted are per academic year unless otherwise stated.

    Entrants may be subject to a small fee during the writing up period.

    Fees may be subject to updates to maintain accuracy. Tuition fees will be notified in your offer letter.

    All fees are in £ sterling, unless otherwise stated, and may be subject to revision.

    Annual revision of fees

    Students on programmes of study of more than one year (or studying standalone modules) should be aware that tuition fees are revised annually and may increase in subsequent years of study. Annual increases will generally reflect UK inflation rates and increases to programme delivery costs.

    Tuition Fee
    37,539 / year

    Biomedical engineering,PhD

    University of Strathclyde

    University of Strathclyde

    United Kingdom

    United Kingdom, Glasgow

    Go to Official Website