Heriot-Watt University

MSc Biomedical Engineering

Heriot-Watt UniversityEdinburgh, United Kingdom

Course overview

The Heriot-Watt University MSc Biomedical Engineering programme, run jointly with the University of Edinburgh, helps students build on their engineering and science knowledge to understand how biomedical engineering is used in real life. It provides a focused learning experience in a leading field, helping students grow their knowledge and professional contacts. Students will study engineering methods and how they apply in the medical industry, with special attention to medical devices, their design, and how they are made.

The course teaches important ideas in biomedical engineering, allowing students to choose to focus on bioelectronics or biomedical manufacturing. Students will work on individual and group research and design projects to gain specific and useful skills. The teaching plan, shaped by top research and industry advice, includes core topics like sensor technology and scientific tools, as well as a large dissertation, preparing students for new research and work in the field.

Key highlights

  • Introduces engineering technologies and applications within the biomedical industry
  • Focus on integrated medical devices and their application
  • Develops design and manufacture skills for medical technologies
  • Covers key concepts and practice in biosensing and biofabrication

Entry requirements

  • Degree: 2:1 — or above

Scholarships

  • Alumni Discount Scheme

    A 20% discount is applicable to postgraduate taught courses across all of our global campuses.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Coaching Scholarships Programme

    Varies – up to a 100% Tuition fee Reduction (dependent on experience and number of coaching hours across the year).

  • Heriot-Watt Actuarial Scholarship For Academic Excellence

    The Heriot-Watt Actuarial Scholarship For Academic Excellence awards the successful recipient(s) with a 20% reduction on their tuition fees.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Remission of Fees (Families of Staff)

    Please contact the provider.

  • Staff Scholarships

    Please contact the provider

  • The Brodie Family Scholarship (PGT)

    The Brodie Family Scholarship provides financial support of £2,500 per year (or £2,000 per year for students enrolled in a five-year programme) to four undergraduate students.

  • The Island Scholarship Programme - Orkney Campus (UK) (International)

  • The New Dawn Energy Scholarship

    The New Dawn Energy Scholarship provides £1900 towards living costs to two students enrolling on our MSc in Petroleum Engineering in September 2026.

    Up to £1,900

Careers this course leads to

  • Biomedical engineer
  • Medical device design engineer
  • Biosensor development engineer
  • Manufacturing engineer (medical devices)
  • Research and development engineer
  • Clinical engineer

Career opportunities

Graduates of the MSc Biomedical Engineering programme transition into roles as:

  • Mechanical Engineer
  • Technical Lead
  • Technical Salesforce
  • Government, Charity, or Policy Advisor
  • Medical Physicist
  • Research and Design roles

Cost of study

The tuition fee for international students for the full-time MSc Biomedical Engineering programme at Heriot-Watt University is £37,300.

Admission

International applicants for the MSc Biomedical Engineering programme apply online through the university's application form. Our trained advisors are available to guide you.

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