University of Lincoln
Biomedical Engineering BEng
University of Lincoln

Key Course Facts

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews of 40 graduates of Biomedical Engineering BEng and other courses in Engineering at University of Lincoln for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Engineering.

Overall student satisfaction
60 /100
40 total respondents

Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.

The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

Salary

Salary of Graduates in Engineering

Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Engineering at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £28000 £34500 £40000
25-75 percentile range £25000 - £31000 £28000 - £38000 £35500 - £45000


Salary of all UK Graduates of Engineering

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £27855 £24571 £28403
25-75 percentile range £24239 - £33607 £18500 - £31500 £21984 - £37274

Course Description

Biomedical engineering is a multidisciplinary field that combines biology and engineering, applying engineering principles and materials to medicine and healthcare. From developing and improving new machinery, such as robotic surgery equipment, to creating better and more reliable replacement limbs, the work of biomedical engineers is helping to pave the way for new methods of treating injuries and diseases.

This research-informed programme aims to develop industry-ready graduates with product design and innovative sense who are highly skilled and creative biomedical engineers, able to adapt to new challenges and deliver sustainable solutions for modern society.

Jobs & Career Perspectives

15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.

Current jobs

Required skill level of job after 15 months

Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)

Example below based on all graduates of Biomedical Engineering BEng at University of Lincoln

50% Information Technology Professionals
15% Business, Research and Administrative Professionals
5% Finance Professionals
5% Business and public service associate professionals
5% Teaching Professionals
5% Managers, directors and senior officials
5% Web and Multimedia Design Professionals
5% Sports and fitness occupations

Assessment on the Biomedical Engineering programme focuses on measuring and assessing engineering technical and analytical skills as well as professional soft skills including oral and written communication, team working, lifelong learning, problem-solving, project management, and planning and organisation. Students are continuously assessed throughout the course through a wide range of assessments methods including examinations, practical reports, project portfolios, individual and group presentations, individual group project work, and computer based assessment.

Entry Requirements / Admissions

Minimum Required UCAS Tariff

From a minimum of 2 A Levels or equivalent qualifications. To include 40 UCAS Tariff Points in A Level Maths. A level 'Use of Maths' will not be accepted in lieu of A level Maths.

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Engineering

Qualification requirements

M in T Level Health, Healthcare Science, or Science.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

The University accepts a wide range of qualifications as the basis for entry and will consider applicants who have a mix of qualifications.

We also consider applicants with extensive and relevant work experience and will give special individual consideration to those who do not meet the standard entry qualifications.

Requirements for international students / English requirements

IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)

    • 6.5
    • All Degrees
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Biomedical Engineering, BEng, if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Tuition Fees Biomedical Engineering BEng

England UK £9250 year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 year 1
Scotland £9250 year 1
Wales £9250 year 1
Channel Islands £9250 year 1

Average student cost of living in the UK

Rent £518
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) £50
Supermarket shopping £81
Clothing £35
Eating out £33
Alcohol £27
Takeaways / food deliveries £30
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) £24
Holidays and weekend trips £78
Transport within city £17
Self-care / sports £20
Stationary / books £13
Mobile phone / internet £13
Cable TV / streaming £7
Insurance £51
Other £95
  
Average student cost of living £1092

London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.

How to apply

Application deadline:

August 1, 2025

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Possible Entry Points:

  • year 1 (Default entry point)
  • year 2

UCAS application code:

H780

University Rankings

#40
University Guru Meta Ranking
of University of Lincoln

among 379 universities in England UK
based on 26 different rankings

Positions of University of Lincoln in top UK and global rankings.

Rankings of University of Lincoln in related subject specific rankings.

Engineering

    • #42 
    • #987 
    Engineering
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2024]

See all 26 university rankings of University of Lincoln

About University of Lincoln

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Student composition of University of Lincoln

undergraduates:
12300
postgraduates:
2580
Total:
14880
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Where is this programme taught

Lincoln (Main Site)
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FAQ about Biomedical Engineering BEng University of Lincoln

  • Tuition fees for this programme are 9250 per year for UK students. In addition to the tuition fees you should also take into consideration the average monthly cost of living for students in the UK.

  • The median salary of graduates of this course was £28000 15 months after graduation, £34500 3 years after graduation and £40000 after graduation.

  • Information Technology Professionals (50%), Business, Research and Administrative Professionals (15%), Finance Professionals (5%), Business and public service associate professionals (5%)

  • 40 graduates rated the course 60. This means that 60% of graduates indicated that they were satisfied or very satisfied with the course. See detailed ratings above and how these compare to the averages at other universities.

  • Biomedical Engineering BEng is taught on campus and cannot be taken online at University of Lincoln.

  • It is comparably easy to get accepted to this course. Accepted students had an average UCAS tariff score of which is among the 26.92% lowest among all Biomedical Engineering students in the UK.