Programme Specification
BEng (Hons) Bioengineering
Academic Year: 2017/18
This specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the programme and the learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if full advantage is taken of the learning opportunities that are provided.
This specification applies to delivery of the programme in the Academic Year indicated above. Prospective students reviewing this information for a later year of study should be aware that these details are subject to change as outlined in our .
This specification should be read in conjunction with:
- Reg. XX (Undergraduate Awards) (see
- Module Specifications
- Summary
- Aims
- Learning outcomes
- Structure
- Progression & weighting
Programme summary
Awarding body/institution | 天堂视频 |
Teaching institution (if different) | |
Owning school/department | Department of Materials |
Details of accreditation by a professional/statutory body | |
Final award | BEng/ BEng+DIS/ BEng+DIntS |
Programme title | BEng (Hons) Bioengineering |
Programme code | MPUB10 |
Length of programme | The duration of the programme is six semesters, or eight semesters if students undertake industrial training leading to the award of the Diploma in Industrial Studies, or study at a University abroad leading to the award of the Diploma in International Studies. These occur between Part B and Part C. |
UCAS code | H160/H161 |
Admissions criteria | |
Date at which the programme specification was published | Tue, 04 Jul 2017 11:11:44 BST |
1. Programme Aims
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To supply the bioengineering industries with graduates that have a thorough grounding in the bioengineering disciplines, and the ability to apply their knowledge and skills effectively to bioengineering problems.
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To provide a sound education in topics of relevance to bioengineering via an understanding of selected engineering science topics and the application of fundamental principles to bioengineering analysis and the design and development of bioengineering products, sub-systems and systems.
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To maintain programme content and coverage that is up-to-date and responsive to developments in Higher Education and industry and informed by department research activities.
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To develop the students' sense of responsibility and competence by exposure to a range of experiences including bioengineering related testing and design, opportunities for industrial training and individual project work.
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To develop students skills in self learning, planning and communication.
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To produce graduates with an appreciation of the economic, social and environmental aspects of bioengineering
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To develop the students' commitment to life long learning and enthusiasm for the bioengineering through the provision of exciting and challenging programme content.
2. Relevant subject benchmark statements and other external reference points used to inform programme outcomes:
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QAA Framework for Higher Education Qualifications
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QAA Benchmark statements for Engineering
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Engineering Council publication: Accreditation of Higher Education Programmes
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IMechE Educational Base
3. Programme Learning Outcomes
3.1 Knowledge and Understanding
On successful completion of the programmes, graduates should be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:
- A range of relevant principles of engineering science, biology and physiology as applied in bioengineering;
- Some specialist bioengineering topics connected with electronics, control, regenerative medicine and health;
- A range of IT, research methods and library resources in providing support for bioengineers;
- Engineering and biological/chemical principles in materials and process selection;
- The bioengineering aspects of design;
- The professional, engineering and ethical responsibilities of bioengineers;
3.2 Skills and other attributes
a. Subject-specific cognitive skills:
On successful completion of this programme students should be able demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:
- Select and identify an appropriate route for the design of a bioengineering component;
- Utilise engineering and biological principles to develop procedures and devices for enhanced performance in bioengineering systems;
- Solve bioengineering problems;
- Select and apply appropriate IT tools to a variety of bioengineering problems;
- Analyse the mechanical, electrical, biological and materials aspects of components and devices;
- Develop bioengineering concepts with an appreciation of user need;
- Interpret numerical data and apply mathematical methods to the analysis of problems.
b. Subject-specific practical skills:
- Use appropriate mechanical, electrical and biological testing, and chemical analysis methods, for the study of materials and systems;
- Use appropriate computer software for design and modelling exercises;
- Evaluate and present practical data in a suitable format;
- Explain experimental results in terms of theoretical mechanisms and concepts;
- Compile clear and well-structured technical reports and proposals;
- Acquire and use sources of information appropriately;
- Demonstrate project management skills.
c. Key transferable skills:
On successful completion of the programmes, students should be able to:
- Work effectively as part of a team;
- Work independently and manage time/resources effectively; for short-term and longer-term commitments;
- Communicate effectively through written, graphical, inter-personal, and presentation media;
- Apply constructive and structured approaches to problem solving;
- Demonstrate a level of numeracy; appropriate to the cognitive skills required;
- Acquire and use sources of information appropriately;
- Demonstrate IT skills;
- Compile technical reports and proposals.
4. Programme structure
4.1 Part A – Introductory Modules
4.1.1 Compulsory modules (total module weight 120)
Code |
Semester |
Title |
Modular Weight |
CGA014 |
1+2 |
Design and Make Project 1 |
20 |
MAA309 |
1 + 2 |
Mathematical Methods in Bioengineering |
20 |
MMA102 |
1 + 2 |
Engineering Science 1 |
20 |
MMA900 |
2 |
Electronics and Electrical Technology |
10 |
MPA201 |
1 |
Structure and Properties of Materials |
10 |
MPA203 |
1+2 |
CAD and Engineering Drawing |
10 |
MPA204 |
1 + 2 |
Engineering Analyis and Modelling |
10 |
PSA201 |
1 |
Anatomy and Physiology 1 |
10 |
PSA202 |
2 |
Anatomy and Physiology 2 |
10 |
4.2 Part B – Degree Modules
4.2.1 Compulsory modules (total module weight 120)
Code |
Semester |
Title |
Modular Weight |
CGB024 |
1 + 2 |
Design and Make Project 2 |
20 |
ELA003 |
1 + 2 |
Electronics A |
20 |
MAB104 |
1 |
Engineering Mathematics 3 |
10 |
MAB206 |
2 |
Statistics |
10 |
MMB104 |
1 |
Control Engineering |
10 |
MMB112 |
1 |
Engineering Science 2 |
10 |
MMB300 |
1 + 2 |
Engineering Computation |
10 |
MPB209 |
2 |
Materials Characterisation |
10 |
MPB231 |
2 |
Biomaterials 1 (Biomaterials for Tissue Engineering) |
10 |
PSA204 |
1 |
Cell Biology |
10 |
4.3 Part I – Diploma in Industrial Studies and Diploma in International Studies Modules
Code |
Semester |
Title |
Modular Weight |
MPI001 |
1 + 2 |
Industrial Training Placement (DIS, non-credit bearing) |
120 |
MPI002 |
1 + 2 |
Overseas University Placement (DIntS, non-credit bearing) |
120 |
4.3.1 Eight Semester Programme
In accordance with Regulation XI, students will undertake an approved placement or study abroad leading to the Diploma of Industrial Studies, if following Module MPI001, or leading to the Diploma in International Studies, if following Module MPI002. Participation in a placement or study abroad is subject to Departmental approval and satisfactory academic performance during Parts A and B.
4.4 Part C – Degree Modules
4.4.1 Compulsory core modules (total module weight 90)
Code |
Semester |
Title |
Modular Weight |
CGC054 |
1+2 |
Bioengineering Individual Project |
30 |
CGC058 |
1 |
Research Methods |
10 |
MMC206 |
2 |
Product Innovation Management |
10 |
MMC610 |
2 |
Healthcare Engineering |
10 |
MPC131 |
1 + 2 |
Biomedical Component Design |
10 |
WSC014 |
2 |
Bioelectricity and Biophotonics |
20 |
4.4.2 Optional modules (total module weight 30)
Code |
Semester |
Title |
Modular Weight |
CGC024 |
1 |
Biochemical Engineering |
10 |
MMC606 |
1 |
Additive Manufacturing for Product Development |
10 |
MMC700 |
2 |
Sports Engineering |
10 |
MPB231 |
1 |
Biomaterials for Tissue Engineering |
10 |
MPC231 |
2 |
Biomaterials for Drug Delivery |
10 |
PSC061 |
2 |
Emerging Technologies for Health and Wellbeing |
10 |
PSC062 |
2 |
Basic Science and Regenerative Therapy |
10 |
PSC208 |
2 |
Body Composition |
10 |
5. Criteria for Progression and Degree Award
5.1 Criteria for Progression and Degree Award
In order to progress from Part A to Part B and from Part B to C and to be eligible for the award of an Honours degree, candidates must not only satisfy the minimum credit requirements set out in Regulation XX.
5.2 Re-assessment
Provision will be made in accordance with Regulation XX for candidates, who have the right of reassessment in all parts of the programme, to undergo reassessment in the University’s Special Assessment Period (except where SAP- exempt modules are involved).
Where a candidate has achieved fewer than 60 credits in a part of the programme, reassessment in the relevant part is not available to that candidate in the Special Assessment Period.
6. Relative Weighting of Parts of the Programme for the Purposes of Final Degree Classification
Candidate’s final degree classification will be determined on the basis of their performance in degree level Module Assessments in Parts B and C, in accordance with the scheme set out in Regulation XX. The average percentages for each Part will be combined in the ratio Part B 30: Part C 70 to determine the final percentage for the award of BEng.