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Course Code:
DC197
Title:
Biomedical Engineering
College:
DCU
Qualification:
Level on the National Framework of Qualifications
Duration:
4 Years

 

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Medical Devices
Medical & Healthcare
Mechanical Engineering & Manufacturing
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This course provides training in both engineering and biological sciences for the development of a wide range of medical device products and systems. Students spend a six-month period in an appropriate healthcare company in their third year.



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World -leading companies in medical -device production which are located in Ireland, and with whom this programmed has been designed, including Boston Scientific and Pfizer Wyeth Medica.

 

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DC197 - Biomedical Engineering
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