Bioengineering

Bioengineering merges principles of engineering with biological sciences to address critical challenges in healthcare. This interdisciplinary field is vital for developing innovative solutions, such as advanced medical devices, tissue engineering, and bioprocessing technologies, therefore significantly impacting patient care and quality of life. Our PhD in Bioengineering focuses on the application of engineering principles to biological systems across a range of research areas. These include biomaterials, biomechanics, regenerative medicine, and bioinformatics. The programme is structured to enhance independent research capabilities, with tailored supervision and access to cutting-edge laboratories. You’ll receive training in experimental design, computational modelling, and data analysis, alongside workshops in scientific communication and ethics. Interdisciplinary learning is at the heart of our programmes, therefore collaborative projects with industry and healthcare partners enrich the research experience and foster innovation. Additionally, the University provides career support, including networking opportunities and professional development resources, ensuring graduates are well-prepared for diverse career paths in academia and industry.

IELTS: 6.5 overall, with no component below 5.5 TOEFL iBT: If you took a TOEFL test on or before 20 January 2026, you’ll need 88 overall, with minimum scores of listening 17, writing 17, reading 17 and speaking 19. If you took a TOEFL test from 21 January 2026 onwards, when a new scoring system was introduced, you’ll need 4.5 overall, with 4 or above in all components. TOEFL Home Edition not accepted. Pearson PTE Academic: 61 overall, with no component below 59 Your most recent IELTS score: Pre-sessional English course length 6.0 overall, with no component below 5.5: 6 weeks 5.5 overall, with no more than one component at 5.0: 10 weeks 5.5 overall, with no component below 5.0: 12 weeks 5.0 overall, with no component below 5.0: 20 weeks 5.0 overall, with no component below 4.5: 30 weeks 4.5 overall, with no more than one component at 4.0: 40 weeks

IELTS 6.5 overall, with no component below 5.5

International students: Full-time place, per year - £32,200; Part-time: £16,100

UK students: Full-time place, per year - £5,238; Part-time: £2,619

UK/Home: Full-time place, per year - £5,238; Part-time: £2,619

International: Full-time place, per year - £32,200; Part-time: £16,100

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• Liverpool, United Kingdom