Overview

When studying on this Biomedical Engineering programme at University College Dublin, you will work with staff and researchers at UCD who have extensive experience in ground-breaking biomedical engineering research. 

You will also develop a knowledge of how the medical device industry is regulated and how new products are introduced to the market, drawing from experience within UCD which includes pioneering companies.

• Students choose from a wide range of engineering, anatomy/physiology and biomedical engineering modules
• Students will work with staff and researchers at UCD who have extensive experience in ground-breaking biomedical engineering research as this programme is delivered by a research active, internationally recognised faculty.

• This programme offers a 6-8 month work placement and superlative employment opportunities.

Career

The Irish Medtech Sector is robust and career opportunities upon graduation from this programme are exemplary. Exports of medical devices and diagnostics products now represent 8% of Ireland’s total merchandise exports and growth prospects for the industry globally remain good. Many of the world’s top medical technology companies have invested significantly in Ireland and a number of exciting, research-based, indigenous companies are emerging and competing internationally.