Research opportunities
Biofluid mechanics applies engineering, mathematical and physical principles of fluids to solve complex and multifaceted problems primarily in biology and medicine, but also in aerospace and robotics.
Our new MRes course covers a wide range of multidisciplinary training on the kinematics and dynamics of fluids related to biological systems, medical science, cardiovascular devices, numerical modelling and computational fluid dynamics (CFD), focusing on research. The MRes differs from an MSc in that you'll have the opportunity to perform multidisciplinary research for a longer time, preparing you for a research career and equipping you with world-class research knowledge.
The course is taught by the Department of Biomedical Engineering, with input from other departments across the faculty and the University.
During the course, you'll be supported by a strong team of academics with worldwide connections and you'll be offered a unique training and innovative teaching and learning environment.
Course director: Dr Asimina Kazakidi, Lecturer in Biofluid Mechanics
Course co-director: Professor Dimitris Drikakis, Executive Dean of Engineering and Professor of Engineering Science
New world-leading
MRes course dedicated
to Biofluid Mechanics.
What you'll study
This one-year programme consists of compulsory and optional classes in the first two semesters. Each class has timetabled contact hours, delivered mainly in lectures, laboratories and tutorials. The MRes research project will be chosen and started in semester one with guidance from a supervisor. Throughout the year you'll be working on your project.
Compulsory classes
- Professional Studies in Biomedical Engineering
- Research Methodology
- MRes project
Elective classes
- Biofluid Mechanics
- Industrial Software
- Medical Science for Engineering
- Haemodynamics for Engineers
- Numerical Modelling in Biomedical Engineering
- Cardiovascular Devices
- The Medical Device Regulatory Process
- Entrepreneurship & Commercialisation in Biomedical Engineering
- Introduction to Biomechanics
- Finite Element Methods for Boundary Value Problems and Approximation
- Mathematical Biology & Marine Population Modelling
- Design Management
- Risk Management
Guest lectures
During the course, academics and industrial speakers will be invited as part of the training. You'll also benefit from departmental seminars and knowledge exchange events.
Student support
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Fees & funding
Fees
All fees quoted are per academic year unless otherwise stated.
Here are our fees for 2017/18:
Scotland/ EU
Rest of UK
International students
Funding
If you can't find what you're looking for, try our scholarship search instead.
The fees shown are annual and may be subject to an increase each year.
How can I apply?
You can apply for a postgraduate research degree at any point in the year.
All you have to do is complete an online application.
A first or second-class Honours degree in engineering, physical science, or mathematics.
English language requirements
You must have an English language minimum score of IELTS 6.5 (with no component below 5.5).
We offer comprehensive English Language courses for students whose IELTS scores are below 6.5. Please see ELTD for full details.
Pre-Masters preparation course
The Pre-Masters Programme is a preparation course for international students (non EU/UK) who do not meet the entry requirements for a Masters degree at University of Strathclyde. The Pre-Masters programme provides progression to a number of degree options.
To find out more about the courses and opportunities on offer visit isc.strath.ac.uk or call today on +44 (0) 1273 339333 and discuss your education future. You can also complete the online application form. To ask a question please fill in the enquiry form and talk to one of our multi-lingual Student Enrolment Advisers today.
You can apply for a postgraduate research degree at any point in the year.
All you have to do is complete an online application.
Support & development
The new MRes course aims to train students in the Biofluid Mechanics field, targeting primarily the academic research market, but also the Medical Devices and Simulation/Analysis software industries and other related and new emerging markets.
Our postgraduates will benefit from acquiring world-class training and competitive skills in both biomedical and fluid dynamics disciplines that will make them highly employable at the following markets and related sectors/companies:
- academic research
- medical device market
- simulation & analysis software market
- biosimulation market
- NHS & the healthcare/medical simulation market
- life science research tools & reagents market
We've identified the current key vendors in each of the above markets and aim to create links with the relevant industry and monitor the changing market and employability trends, in order to adjust teaching modules and approaches and to enhance employability of our graduates.
Industrial partnerships
We've already established strong partnerships with industrial companies that have offered their support, eg through the provision of software licenses, teaching material and/or collaborative research projects, including:
