Biomaterials Engineering (with placement year) Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)
Course Overview - Biomaterials Engineering (with placement year) Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)
Our Biomaterials Engineering degree will teach you the fundamentals of materials, their properties and engineering methods. It will teach you how to apply these to the biomedical field, particularly within the human body. Application areas are in the health, sport, and lifestyle sectors, as well as in regenerative medicine. In the context of a worldwide ageing population, biomaterials and medical device technology are developing fields that are set to grow for many years.
By its nature, this course is interdisciplinary, and benefits from the expertise of ou...
Our Biomaterials Engineering degree will teach you the fundamentals of materials, their properties and engineering methods. It will teach you how to apply these to the biomedical field, particularly within the human body. Application areas are in the health, sport, and lifestyle sectors, as well as in regenerative medicine. In the context of a worldwide ageing population, biomaterials and medical device technology are developing fields that are set to grow for many years.
By its nature, this course is interdisciplinary, and benefits from the expertise of our School of Sports, Exercise and Health Sciences and Department of Chemical Engineering including Regenerative Medicine.
Our Biomaterials Engineering degree is a comprehensive programme of modules that delivers both the theory and the essential industrial relevance employers seek from graduates. The course content contains all aspects of materials and biomaterials. This includes their selection, manufacture, testing, assembly and environmental impact both during production and at the end of life.
### What's the difference between MEng and BEng?
The first three years of our BEng and MEng degrees share the same content, format and structure, with a good mix of theory, application and practical content from day one. The MEng differs from the BEng course in the fourth year by offering the opportunity to study technical topics at a more advanced level. It is possible to transfer from a BEng to an MEng from the start of the course up to the end of the second year, providing that transfer progression criteria have been met.
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2027-09-27
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
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Codes/info
Course Code
A18-B39
Institution Code
L79
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
A level
ABB including two from Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Design & Technology.
T Level
Distinction Overall B in Core Component. T Levels in Engineering and Manufacturing: Maintenance, Installation and Reapir for Engineering Manufacturing; Engineering, Manufacturing, Processing and Control and Design and Development for Engineering Manufacturing are considered.
UCAS Tariff
Not accepted
Access to HE Diploma
Considered on a case by case basis. Please contact Loughborough University directly.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE Maths and English Language grade 4/C
Scottish Advanced Higher
AB in Maths, Physics, Biology or Chemistry, plus highers at majority A and B grades
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in a relevant subject: DD with Distinctions in all Maths units plus A Level Grade B in Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Design & Technology BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate: D plus A Level Grades AB to include two from Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Design & Technology Preferred BTEC: Aeronautical, Engineering, Mechanical or Manufacturing
Extended Project
We recognise the benefit of the Extended Project in developing independent research and critical thinking skills. We would consider this as evidence of motivation to study a specific subject in more depth, and while we do not generally include it as part of our offer conditions, it may be used to further consider an application upon receipt of final examination results. www.lboro.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/entry-requirements/
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
34 (6,5,5 HL) including any two of Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Design & Technology at HL
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in a relevant subject: DDM with Distinctions in all Maths Units Preferred subjects: Aeronautical, Engineering, Mechanical or Manufacturing
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
We accept a wide range of international qualifications for entry as outlined on our website – please view the individual course typical offers on our website and choose Ireland in the Country/region drop down field for more information.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate: D plus A Level Grades AB to include two from Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Design & Technology. Preferred subjects: Aeronautical, Engineering, Mechanical or Manufacturing
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)
Applicants taking the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma will be asked to achieve the A level requirements for their course as part of their qualification. The Skills Challenge Certificate will be accepted alongside two A levels providing individual course entry and subject requirements are met. www.lboro.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/entry-requirements/
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
This qualification is accepted in combination with other qualifications. For details please contact Loughborough University
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales | £10,050 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| International, EU | £29,750 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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