Overview

The Masters in Biomedical Engineer at University of Minho train professionals able to participate in research projects and development of new products and technologies for the biomedical field.

Key learning outcomes

At the end of the Master’s degree, students should:

1. Have a solid and integrated scientific training in Biomedical Engineering disciplines specific to the area of specialization attended;

2. Be able to intervene at the level of innovation in the fields of Biomedical Engineering, solving problems in new situations, in broad and multidisciplinary contexts;

3. Possess skills in basic sciences, techniques and methods in biomedical research, research management, legal and ethical aspects of research, public health, language and other complementary materials, enabling them to learn independently, ensuring their active lifelong updating;

4. Being able to work autonomously and/or as a team, assuming responsibilities in the planning and management of projects and structures in the area of Biomedical Engineering;

5. Be able to form and coordinate interdisciplinary teams in health care institutions.

Careers

The Masters in Biomedical Engineer have as professional opportunities the following areas of activity:- Medical equipment and instrumentation companies.- Pharmaceutical companies.- Healthcare units in the areas of hospital physics, facilities, operation and maintenance of equipment.- Healthcare units, in areas of quality, risk and infection management.- Research and development laboratories of large companies.- Pharmaceutical and analysis industry.- Laboratories of medical schools, universities and state organizations.- Companies related to medical electronics and biosensors.- Companies related to medical informatics.- Companies related to the design of medical and rehabilitation devices.- Biomaterials companies.- Consultancy companies related to healthcare.

Programme Structure

Courses include

Biocompatibility Laboratory and Cell Culture
Biomaterials Applications
Biomechanics
Evaluation of Materials Properties
Mechanical Components and Tribology
Biomechanics of Soft Tissues

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-10 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

118 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Braga, Portugal

Disciplines

Bio & Biomedical Engineering View 9 other Masters in Bio & Biomedical Engineering in Portugal

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Holders of a Bachelor's degree, or legal equivalent, in Biomedical Eng., Biological Eng., Informatics Eng., Computer Science, Information Systems and Technologies, Applied Biology, Biology and Geology, Biochemistry, Electronic Eng., Mechanical Eng., Polymer Eng. or related fields, validated by the Steering Committee, according to the area of specialisation;b) Holders of a higher education degree awarded following a first cycle of studies according to the Bologna Process by a state that adheres to this process, in the fields specified in (a);c) Holders of a foreign higher education degree that is recognised by the Scientific Committee/Technical-Scientific Committee of UOEI as meeting the objectives of a bachelor's degree, in the fields specified in (a);d) Individuals with an academic, scientific, or professional curriculum that is recognised by the Scientific Council of the School of Engineering to undertake this cycle of studies.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

6500 EUR / year

≈ 6500 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

1250 EUR / year

≈ 1250 EUR / year

Living costs

Braga

Portugal

454 - 697 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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