Why Bioengineering?

Is this right for me?

• Are you interested in engineering and science but unsure which route to choose?
• Do you want to work in a developing industry that offers excellent career prospects?
• Are you a true puzzler who likes to dismantle and assemble things?
• Does computer simulation fascinate you?
• Would you be interested in finding out how a replacement hip joint works?
• Would you like to learn how to design new imaging equipment for detecting tumors?
• Have you an interest in seeing how to grow cells and tissues in a lab?
• Would you be intrigued to learn how stem cells can be used to treat disease?

We could ask many more questions, but if just one of the above applies to you, then you are right to consider studying Bioengineering at the University of Sheffield.

What skills will I develop?

Prospective employers often select candidates that are able to demonstrate a variety of transferable skills that apply to a range of situations.

We aim to provide our graduates with this knowledge and understanding to give them a head start when searching in their subsequent careers.

Our courses develop many important skills:

• Communication
• Teamwork
• Critical evaluation of problems and problem solving
• IT skills and software handling