MSc Medical Engineering

Year 1

(Award available for year: Master of Science)

Learning outcomes

1. Demonstrate in-depth, specialist knowledge and mastery of the basic scientific principles and techniques that underpin Medical Engineering
2. Demonstrate a sophisticated understanding of concepts, information and techniques at the forefront of Medical Engineering;
3. Recognise the complex multidisciplinary nature of the Medical Engineering and the need to engage all stakeholders through the research phase and beyond;
4. Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of techniques and tools necessary for the advancement of Medical Engineering and the role of protocol and standards;
5. Be able to comprehend the clinical challenges within a given subject area and develop, execute and disseminate research associated with overcoming this challenge;
6. Critically and creatively evaluate current clinical issues, research and advanced scholarship in the discipline.

Skills Learning Outcomes
1. Application of science, mathematics and/or engineering principles
2. Problem solving and critical analysis
3. Application of computational and analytical techniques
4. Searching and using technical literature
5. Design skills
6. Sustainability
7. Professional ethics practice
8. Equality, diversity and inclusion
9. Technical awareness of engineering materials, equipment, technologies, and processes
10. Quality management
11. Engineering and project management
12. Communication and collaboration
13. Time and personal management
14. Academic integrity

Assessment

Achievement may be assessed by a variety of methods in accordance with the learning outcomes of the modules specified for the year/programme and may include written examinations, in-class and online tests, problem sheets, assignments, and coursework in the form of projects, reports, presentations and posters.