BEng Biomedical Engineering With Foundation Year
Course overview
University of Hull BEng Biomedical Engineering with Foundation Year is a four-year programme that begins with a preparatory foundation year. The foundation year builds essential scientific knowledge and study skills, preparing students for the main three-year engineering degree.
The degree covers both theory and practice: you will learn about medical devices, biomaterials, human anatomy, and physiological measurements.
Students learn through a mix of lectures, labs, practical work and hands-on experience with medical technology (e.g. ultrasound, endoscopy), perform dissections in anatomy labs, and carry out measurements like ECG/EMG and are assessed through exams, coursework, lab reports and practical projects. Clinical exposure comes through visits to local hospitals to see biomedical engineering in real use.
Entry requirements
Candidates of the BEng Biomedical Engineering with Foundation Year in the University of Hull are required to submit a personal statement discussing their reasons for applying for the course and relevant academic interests or experience.
An academic or employer reference is needed, and applicants may also upload a CV to show any of their work experience.
Grade Requirements:
- Applicants of the BEng Biomedical Engineering with Foundation Year at the University of Hull need 80 UCAS tariff points.
English Proficiency:
- Applicant without an English-speaking background and an IELTS 6.0 overall, with at least 5.5 in each section
- Equivalent test scores, such as TOEFL or PTE, are also accepted.
Scholarships
Alumni Postgraduate Scholarship
If you progress from studying an undergraduate degree at the University of Hull to an eligible taught master's degree in 2025/26 we'll give you a 20% discount on the cost of your tuition fees.
Up to 20% of feesGREAT Scholarship
Minimum of £10,000
Up to £10,000Norman and Sheila Andrew Engineering Scholarship
PGT International Fee Waivers – South Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa
Up to £2,000UG International Fee Waivers - South Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa
his award offers a £2,000 tuition fee discount for each year of study on a full-time undergraduate program.
Up to £2,000University of Hull Asia Studentship
This award is given as a £2,000 tuition fee discount against the cost of a full-time.
Up to £2,000
Career opportunities
Graduates of the BEng Biomedical Engineering with Foundation Year from the University of Hull may go into roles such as:
- Medical Device Engineer
- Biomaterials Scientist
- Clinical Engineer
- Biomedical Researcher
- Regulatory Affairs Specialist (medical devices)
Cost of study
International students of the BEng Biomedical Engineering with Foundation Year in the University of Hull pay the tuition fee of £20,000 per year.
Admission
To apply for the BEng Biomedical Engineering with Foundation Year at the University of Hull, you should submit your application through UCAS or the university's international application form. For further assistance, kindly reach out to one of our trained counsellors.
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