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Biomedical Engineering
A confidence-building introduction to engineering and healthcare.
Hosted at one of the UK’s leading research universities, this programme gives your child the chance to explore how engineering and medicine work together to change lives.
A confidence-building introduction to engineering and healthcare.
Hosted at one of the UK’s leading research universities, this programme gives your child the chance to explore how engineering and medicine work together to change lives.
Course overview
WHEN
04-08-2026 10:00 AM
WHERE
University of Southampton
Highfield Campus
Southampton
Hampshire
SO17 1BJ
City: Southampton
COST
£ 465
£465
The details
WHAT
This immersive 3.5 day residential course, delivered by leading academics at the University of Southampton, is designed for young people in Year 11 and 12 who are curious about how engineering and medicine come together to improve lives.
Students will stay in university accommodation and experience life on campus while being fully supported throughout their stay.
What your child will learn
The course introduces students to the cutting-edge technologies shaping modern healthcare through a combination of interactive workshops, practical activities, and engaging lectures.
Throughout the course, students explore key areas of biomedical engineering, including:
-How rehabilitation engineering supports recovery after injury or surgery
-Learning about fracture repair, implants, and electrical stimulation of muscles
– Designing and building a medical device to address an everyday clinical problem
– The role of medical devices in monitoring health and delivering treatment
– How technologies such as ultrasound imaging and motion analysis are used in modern healthcare
Students will also visit LifeLab at Southampton Hospital, where they’ll take part in interactive sessions and gain practical skills, including CPR training.
A supportive step towards future study.
This course is a great option for students who are curious, motivated and keen to explore their next steps in STEM. With expert teaching, practical experiences and a welcoming residential environment, it offers both reassurance for parents and inspiration for young people.
Students will stay in university accommodation and experience life on campus while being fully supported throughout their stay.
What your child will learn
The course introduces students to the cutting-edge technologies shaping modern healthcare through a combination of interactive workshops, practical activities, and engaging lectures.
Throughout the course, students explore key areas of biomedical engineering, including:
-How rehabilitation engineering supports recovery after injury or surgery
-Learning about fracture repair, implants, and electrical stimulation of muscles
– Designing and building a medical device to address an everyday clinical problem
– The role of medical devices in monitoring health and delivering treatment
– How technologies such as ultrasound imaging and motion analysis are used in modern healthcare
Students will also visit LifeLab at Southampton Hospital, where they’ll take part in interactive sessions and gain practical skills, including CPR training.
A supportive step towards future study.
This course is a great option for students who are curious, motivated and keen to explore their next steps in STEM. With expert teaching, practical experiences and a welcoming residential environment, it offers both reassurance for parents and inspiration for young people.
Course features
HOW
This course will feature the following:
Build confidence through problem-solving and teamwork
Develop critical-thinking skills by tackling real engineering challenges
Gain a clearer understanding of university study and STEM career pathways