Alternatives to Medicine and Dentistry
 Queen
Mary was the first UK institution to offer an undergraduate degree in
Biomedical Materials Science and Engineering and pioneered the teaching
of the subject. The Department of Materials, which prides itself
on maintaining a friendly and informal teaching atmosphere, is one of
the largest in the country. Biomedical materials science supports the
healthcare industry and is concerned primarily with the structure and
properties of natural materials and their artificial replacements.
This challenging subject requires a multi-disciplinary approach to understand
the science of modern materials, their use in biomedical applications,
and their performance in the body environment. The course covers
the core subjects of materials science:
-
 Structure
and properties of materials
- Manufacturing processes and design
- Business studies & management
Together with specialised topics in:
- Medical physiology
- Biological structures
- Biomaterials & biomechanics
- Medical engineering
- Biochemistry
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Total knee replacement X-ray and Finite Element Analysis model
of the tibial component.
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In the final year, a major project on some aspect of biomedical materials
research is undertaken.
Queen Mary offers accredited Biomedical Materials degree programmes at two
levels: a three-year BEng degree and a
four-year MEng degree. A BSc
degree is also offered which allows greater flexibility in course module
selection. A graduate fast-track to Medicine is
possible from each of these programmes. Specialised programmes in Dental Materials
(BEng and MEng)
are also available. As a graduate, you will be well-equipped for medically allied
professions, employment in industry, or further postgraduate studies.
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