Biomedical Engineering Bachelor & Master in London

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Jobs & Career Perspectives

Career perspectives for Biomedical Engineering

15 months after graduation, graduates of this subject were asked about their current circumstances of employment, what they do, and whether their activities and perspectives are directly related to their studies.

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Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Aug 27, 2024

Current jobs

Among graduates of Biomedical Engineering who indicated that they are working, the percentage below represents the number who “agree” or “strongly agree” with the statements about their job.

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Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Aug 27, 2024

Specialisations within Biomedical Engineering

  • Bioinstrumentation
  • Biomaterials
  • Biomechanics
  • Clinical Engineering
  • Cellular, Tissue and Genetic Engineering
  • Medical Imaging
  • Orthopedic Bio- engineering
  • Rehabilitation Engineering

Skills that graduates consider useful for their work in Biomedical Engineering

  • Careful measurement and analytical skills
  • Good attention to detail
  • Good eye for design
  • Creative and technical ability to turn designs into products
  • Ability to empathise with patients
  • Communication and teamworking skills

Required skill level of job after 15 months

Among graduates of Biomedical Engineering who indicated that they are working, the percentage below represents the number of highly skilled vs non-highly skilled jobs (Unistats).

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Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Aug 27, 2024

Jobs of graduates of Biomedical Engineering (15 months after graduation)

Example below based on all graduates of Biomedical Engineering at Imperial College of Science

25% Managers, directors and senior officials
15% Conservation and environment professionals
15% Business, Research and Administrative Professionals
15% Design occupations
5% Business and public service associate professionals
5% Business, Research and Administrative Professionals
5% Business and public service associate professionals
5% Managers, directors and senior officials
Source: Unistats by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) Aug 27, 2024

Entry Requirements / Admissions

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

FAQ

The price of rent in London has the highest impact on overall living expenses. Your choice of where to live in London will make a huge difference to your costs of living. Students studying in London pay on average 67% more on rent than students in the rest of the UK. Overall student living costs in London will be approx 34% more than in the rest of the UK.