How can engineering improve the tools used to understand and treat disease? UC3M’s Biomedical Engineering degree explores that question through an English-taught programme connecting technology, medicine and biology.
Elementi essenziali del corso
- Istituzione
- Università Carlos III di Madrid (UC3M)
- Paese
- Spagna
- Oggetto
- Ingegneria
- Livello di studio
- Laurea in scienze
- L'insegnamento della lingua
- Inglese
- Formato di studio
- All'interno del campus
- Campus
- Leganés campus, Spain
- Durata
- 4 anni
- Crediti
- 240 ECTS
- Lezioni
- 2026/27 first-enrolment tuition: €20.68 per credit for the Spanish/EU or qualifying resident category (€1,240.80 for 60 credits); €136.44 per credit for the non-EU non-resident category (€8,186.40 for 60 credits). Administrative charges and insurance are extra. A student-stay permit alone does not confer the resident fee category.
- Ingresso
- September academic start; consult current admissions for the next intake. Future application dates not confirmed in this profile.
Information reviewed: 2026-10-29
Cosa imparerai
Foundations in calculus, chemistry, programming and cell biology lead into applications such as medical instrumentation, imaging, biomaterials and tissue engineering. UC3M describes a strong practical component using specialist laboratories, with opportunities for healthcare-sector rotations and internships. The curriculum includes a 12-credit final thesis.
Who it may suit
This degree may suit someone who enjoys scientific problem-solving and wants to understand both a device and the biological system it interacts with. It provides a starting point for biomedical technology development or further study in bioengineering and related areas.
Applying and planning your budget
2026/27 first-enrolment tuition: €20.68 per credit for the Spanish/EU or qualifying resident category (€1,240.80 for 60 credits); €136.44 per credit for the non-EU non-resident category (€8,186.40 for 60 credits). Administrative charges and insurance are extra. A student-stay permit alone does not confer the resident fee category.
Utilizzare il international admissions route matching your school qualification. English-group study normally requires demonstrating B2 English during the first year; see UC3M’s language guidance for the conditions. The academic year normally begins in September. A future intake’s exact application dates are not confirmed here.
Official curriculum and programme information - Standard fee table - Non-EU fee table
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