Future careers
A postgraduate degree in biomedical engineering offers diverse career opportunities, including:
Biomedical Engineer: designs and develops medical devices, equipment, and technologies to improve healthcare and enhance patient well-being.
Biomaterials Scientist: works in research and development, conducting experiments and designing new biomaterials for various applications.
Medical Device Engineer: designs, develops and manufactures medical devices, and ensures that the devices meet the required biocompatibility standards and regulatory requirements.
Tissue Engineer: grows tissues and organs in the lab to replace or repair damaged tissues and plays a crucial role in this field by developing biocompatible materials and scaffolds that support cell growth and tissue formation.
Regulatory Affairs Specialist: works with regulatory bodies and companies to ensure that biomaterials and medical devices comply with applicable regulations and standards.
Bioprocess Engineer: develops and optimises manufacturing processes for the production of biomaterials, biologics, and pharmaceuticals.
Biomechanics Specialist: works in research institutions, sports companies, or rehabilitation centres, applying engineering principles to analyse and understand the mechanical aspects of human physiology.