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University of Reading

Biomedical Engineering with Professional Experience

Reading, England, United Kingdom · UCAS H162

Level
Bachelor
Duration
4 years
Campus
Main Site
Intl. Tuition
£31,800 (2027-28)
Home Tuition
£10,050 (2027-28)
Intake
October 2027
UCAS code
H162

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Course Overview

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Career snapshot (indicative)

Biomedical engineers work at the interface of engineering and healthcare, developing medical devices, diagnostic systems and prosthetics for MedTech firms, NHS trusts, research hospitals and companies such as Medtronic, Siemens Healthineers and Philips.

Summary based on information from the university.

Course source link unavailable.

Student life (indicative)

Reading offers a solid and affordable UK student lifestyle — a good mix of pubs, cafés, local culture and student events. A welcoming community with everything a student needs close to campus.

The University at a Glance

Student Population
21,370
Staff Ratio
15.0:1
International
18.0%

Career Prospects

Employment Rate
76.0%
of graduates employed
Avg Starting Salary
£31,600
First-year earnings
Placement Year
Available
Work experience option

Costs & Living

Intl. Tuition
£31,800
per year, 2027-28 Official fee page
Home Tuition
£10,050
per year, 2027-28 Official fee page

City & Location

Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)

Course Curriculum

We don't have the module list for this course yet. The university's course page has the current modules.

Entry Requirements

Subject areas covered

  • Medical technology
  • Biology
  • Biomedical sciences
  • Biomedical engineering
  • Technology

Source: UCAS course listing, 2027 entry (retrieved September 2026). Always confirm the current requirements with the university.

Assessment Methods

We don't have assessment details for this course yet. Check the university's course page.

Campus & City Life

Student Population
21,370
Total students
Staff Ratio
15:1
Students per staff
International Students
18%
Of student body

Campus at a Glance

City Size
Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Cool temperate
Safety Index (indicative)
7.5/10
Transport
Moderate (coach or indirect connections)
Social Scene
Friendly community

Student Life & City (indicative)

  • Reading offers a solid and affordable UK student lifestyle — a good mix of pubs, cafés, local culture and student events.
  • A welcoming community with everything a student needs close to campus.

What Students Love

  • Thriving student social scene
  • Active pub & club scene
  • Great café culture
  • Parks & green spaces

University Stats

Total Students21,370
Student-to-Staff Ratio15:1
International Students18%
Safety Index (indicative)7.5/10

Career & Outcomes

Graduate Employment
76%
Employed after graduation
Avg Starting Salary
£31,600
Average first-year salary
Placement Year
Available
Industry work experience

Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)

Biomedical engineers work at the interface of engineering and healthcare, developing medical devices, diagnostic systems and prosthetics for MedTech firms, NHS trusts, research hospitals and companies such as Medtronic, Siemens Healthineers and Philips.

Summary based on information from the university.

Course source link unavailable.

Top Industries for Graduates

  • Agriculture
  • Finance
  • Education

Study Abroad Opportunities

Y

Costs & Living Expenses

Intl. Tuition
£31,800
per year, 2027-28 Official fee page
Home Tuition
£10,050
per year, 2027-28 Official fee page
Total Programme Cost
£127,200
For full 4 years

Overall Cost of Living (indicative)

Moderate

This location has moderate living costs. Standard student budget recommended.

Estimated Annual Costs

Tuition (International)£31,800per year, 2027-28 Official fee page
Tuition (Home)£10,050per year, 2027-28 Official fee page
Estimated Total (per year)£31,800

Monthly Student Budget (indicative)

Housing£703/mo
Food & Groceries£252/mo
Transport£75/mo
Estimated Monthly Total£1,200
Annual living costs£14,409/yr

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