Program Overview
The Biomedical Engineering at Reykjav\xc3\xadk University is a MSc programme in Engineering over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of engineering. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Biomedical Engineering programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Iceland and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: EUR 9,760 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; EUR 3,360 (Tuition (Semester)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Reykjavik, Iceland
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Biomedical Engineering programme are prepared for diverse careers in engineering:
- Design Engineer
- R&D Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Systems Engineer
- Technical Consultant
- Engineering Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- bioinformatics
- neuroengineering
- bioelectronics
- biosignals
- imaging and modeling
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- A\xc2\xa0BSc degree in Engineering\xc2\xa0is required.
- \xc2\xa0Applicants must also fulfil minimum requirements in applied sciences\xc2\xa0(i.e. mathematics, physics, and bio-sciences) and in basic subjects fundamental to Biomedical Engineering (i.e. physiology, bio-signals and clinical applications, or other core topics in biomedical engineering).\xc2\xa0
- We will waiver the requirement of an English language certificate in the following circumstances: The applicants native/mother tongue language is English, the applicant is an Icelandic citizen and has completed the Icelandic general students exam, the applicant has studied towards a higher education degree and the language of instruction was English (minimum requirement 3 years full-time). \xc2\xa0
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 9,760 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; EUR 3,360 (Tuition (Semester)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 9,760 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; EUR 3,360 (Tuition (Semester)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Reykjav\xc3\xadk University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Reykjavík University
Reykjavík University
Reykjavík, Iceland
Reykjavík University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2005-12-17
- Start Date 2018-01-08
- Language English
- Duration 24 months