3. Programme Learning Outcomes
3.1 Knowledge and Understanding
On successful completion of the programme, graduates should be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:
- A broad range of relevant principles of engineering science, biology and physiology as applied in bioengineering;
- A broad range of specialist bioengineering topics connected with electronics, control, regenerative medicine and health;
- The role of IT, research methods and library resources in providing support for bioengineers working individually and in teams;
- A comprehensive range of engineering and biological/chemical principles in materials and process selection;
- The bioengineering aspects of design;
- The professional, engineering and ethical responsibilities of bioengineers;
- Critical awareness of current problems and/or new insights, much of which is at the forefront of bioengineering practice.
3.2 Skills and other attributes
a. Subject-specific cognitive skills:
On successful completion of this programme student should be able to:
- Determine several possible solutions and then identify the most appropriate route for the design of a bioengineering component;
- Utilise engineering and biological principles to develop procedures and devices for enhanced performance in bioengineering systems;
- Solve complex bioengineering problems, and, where appropriate, propose new hypotheses;
- Select and apply appropriate IT tools to a variety of bioengineering problems;
- Produce in-depth analyses of the mechanical, electrical, biological and materials aspects of components and devices;
- Develop bioengineering concepts with an appreciation of user need;
- Interpret numerical data and apply mathematical methods to the analysis of engineering problems.
b. Subject-specific practical skills:
On successful completion of the programmes, students should be able to:
- Use, and have a comprehensive understanding of, appropriate mechanical, electrical and biological testing, and chemical analysis methods, for the study of materials and systems;
- Use appropriate computer software for design and modelling exercises;
- Evaluate and present practical data in a format that shows originality in the application of knowledge, together with a practical understanding of how established techniques are used to create and interpret bioengineering knowledge;
- Explain experimental results in terms of theoretical mechanisms and concepts;
- Compile clear and well-structured technical reports and proposals;
- Acquire and use sources of information appropriately;
- Demonstrate project management and group working skills.
c. Key transferable skills:
On successful completion of the programmes, students should be able to:
- Work effectively as part of a team on an open-ended project;
- Work independently and manage time/resources effectively; for short-term and longer-term commitments;
- Communicate effectively through written, graphical, inter-personal, and presentation media;
- Apply constructive, creative and structured approaches to complex problem solving and make decisions in the presence of uncertainty;
- Demonstrate a high level of numeracy; appropriate to the cognitive skills required;
- Acquire and use sources of information, some incomplete, appropriately;
- Demonstrate project management and IT skills;
- Compile clear and well-structured technical reports and proposals.
4. Programme structure
4.1 Part A – Introductory Modules
4.1.1 Compulsory modules (total module weight 120)
Code
|
Semester
|
Title
|
Modular Weight
|
CGA014
|
1+2
|
Design and Make Project 1
|
20
|
MAA309
|
1 + 2
|
Mathematical Methods in Bioengineering
|
20
|
WSA102
|
1 + 2
|
Engineering Science 1
|
20
|
WSA900
|
2
|
Electronics and Electrical Technology 1
|
10
|
MPA201
|
1
|
Structure and Properties of Materials
|
10
|
MPA203
|
1+2
|
CAD and Engineering Drawing
|
10
|
MPA204
|
1 +2
|
Engineering Analysis and Modelling
|
10
|
PSA606
|
1 + 2
|
Anatomy and Physiology
|
20
|
4.2 Part B – Degree Modules
4.2.1 Compulsory modules (total module weight 120)
Code
|
Semester
|
Title
|
Modular Weight
|
CGB024
|
1 + 2
|
Design and Make Project 2
|
20
|
WSA013
|
2
|
Digital Systems
|
20
|
MAB104
|
1
|
Engineering Mathematics 3
|
10
|
MAB206
|
2
|
Statistics
|
10
|
WSB104
|
1
|
Control Engineering
|
10
|
WSB112
|
1
|
Engineering Science 2
|
10
|
WSB300
|
1 + 2
|
Engineering Computation
|
10
|
MPB209
|
2
|
Materials Characterisation
|
10
|
PSA602
|
1
|
Biochemistry and Cell Biology
|
20
|
4.3 Part I – Diploma in Industrial Studies and Diploma in International Studies Modules
Code
|
Semester
|
Title
|
Modular Weight
|
MPI001
|
1 + 2
|
Industrial Training Placement (DIS, non-credit bearing)
|
120
|
MPI002
|
1 + 2
|
Overseas University Placement (DIntS, non-credit bearing)
|
120
|
4.3.1 Eight Semester Programme
In accordance with Regulation XI, students will undertake an approved placement or study abroad leading to the Diploma of Industrial Studies, if following Module MPI001, or leading to the Diploma in International Studies, if following Module MPI002. Participation in a placement or study abroad is subject to Departmental approval and satisfactory academic performance during Parts A and B.
4.4 Part C – Degree Modules
4.4.1 Compulsory modules (total module weight 90)
Code
|
Semester
|
Title
|
Modular Weight
|
CGC060
|
1 + 2
|
Bioengineering Team Project
|
30
|
CGC058
|
1
|
Research Methods
|
10
|
WSC206
|
2
|
Product Innovation Management
|
10
|
WSC610
|
2
|
Healthcare Engineering
|
10
|
TTC100
|
1 + 2
|
Management
|
10
|
WSC014
|
2
|
Bioelectricity and Biophotonics Engineering
|
20
|
4.4.2 Optional modules (total module weight 30)
Code
|
Semester
|
Title
|
Modular Weight
|
CGC024
|
1
|
Biochemical Engineering
|
10
|
WSC606
|
1
|
Additive Manufacturing for Product Development
|
10
|
WSC700
|
2
|
Sports Bioengineering
|
10
|
MPB231
|
1
|
Biomaterials for Tissue Engineering
|
10
|
MPC231
|
2
|
Biomaterials for Drug Delivery
|
10
|
PSC208
|
2
|
Body Composition
|
10
|
WSC070
|
2
|
Emerging Technologies for Health and Wellbeing
|
10
|
PSC332
|
2
|
Basic Science and Regenerative Therapy
|
10
|
4.5 Part D – Degree Modules
4.5.1 Compulsory modules (total module weight 60)
Code
|
Semester
|
Title
|
Modular Weight
|
CGD054
|
1 +2
|
Bioengineering Individual Project
|
40
|
WSRDT6
|
1 + 2
|
Business Plan Competition
|
10
|
TTD100
|
1
|
Advanced Reliability, Availability and Maintainability
|
10
|
4.5.2 Optional modules (total module weight 60)
Code
|
Semester
|
Title
|
Modular Weight
|
CGD069
|
1
|
Advanced Biochemical Engineering
|
15
|
CGP077
|
2
|
Drug Delivery and Targeting
|
15
|
WSRDT3
|
2
|
Regenerative Medicine: Commercial and Clinical Realisation of Advanced Therapies
|
15
|
MPP509
|
2
|
Advances in Biomaterials
|
15
|
PSP331
|
1
|
Orthopaedic Sport Biomechanics
|
15
|
PSP406
|
1
|
Neuromuscular Function
|
15
|
5. Criteria for Progression and Degree Award
5.1 Criteria for Progression and Degree Award
In order to progress from Part A to Part B, from Part B to C and from C to D and to be eligible for the award of an extended Honours degree, candidates must not only satisfy the minimum credit requirements set out in Regulation XX but also:
• In order to progress in each Part students must obtain 120 credits together with an overall average of 55% for the Part.
5.2 Re-assessment
• Provision will be made in accordance with Regulation XX for candidates, who have the right of re-assessment in all parts of the programme, to undergo re-assessment in the University's Special Assessment Period (except where SAP-exempt modules are involved).
• Where a candidate has achieved fewer than 60 credits in a part of the programme, reassessment in the relevant part is not available to that candidate in the Special Assessment Period.
5.3 Criteria for candidates who do not receive permission to Progress or gain the award of a Degree
5.3.1 Any candidate who fails to achieve the criteria for progression from Part A to Part B shall have the opportunity to repeat Module Assessments in accordance with the provisions of Regulation XX in order to qualify to progress to Part B. Alternatively, the candidate registered on the MEng degree programme may elect to enter part B of the BEng degree programme in Bioengineering provided that the candidate has achieved the criteria for progression required for that programme. Failure at re-assessment will not prejudice this permission to enter the BEng degree programme subsequently.
5.3.2 Any candidate who fails to achieve the criteria for progression from Part B to Part C shall have the opportunity to repeat Module Assessments in accordance with the provisions of Regulation XX in order to qualify to progress to Part C. Alternatively, the candidate registered on the MEng degree programme may elect to enter Part C of the BEng degree programme in Bioengineering provided that the candidate has achieved the criteria for progression required for that programme. Failure at re-assessment will not prejudice this permission to enter the BEng degree programme subsequently.
5.3.3 Any candidate who fails to achieve the criteria for progression from Part C to Part D shall have the opportunity to repeat Module Assessments in accordance with the provisions of Regulation XX in order to qualify to progress to Part D. Any candidate who
(i) fails to meet the progression requirement to Part D after reassessment, or
(ii) having successfully completed Part C is unable to commence or complete Part D, or
(iii) having studied Part D fails to meet the requirements for the award of an MEng degree, may be permitted, at the discretion of the Programme Board to register for those additional modules necessary to satisfy the regulations for the award of the degree of BEng in Bioengineering. In such instances, the degree classification will correspond to the candidate’s achievements in Part B and C assessments and be determined on the basis of the weighting given for the BEng programme.
6. Relative Weighting of Parts of the Programme for the Purposes of Final Degree Classification
6. Relative Weighting of Parts of the Programme for the purposes of Final Degree
Classification
Candidate’s final degree classification will be determined on the basis of their performance in degree level Module Assessments in Parts B, C, and D in accordance with the scheme set out in Regulation XX. The average percentages for each Part will be combined in the ratio Part B 20 : Part C 40 : Part D 40 to determine the overall average percentage mark for the programme (the programme mark).