MSc Medical Technology, Innovation and Design Design the future of healthcare. Make a global impact.

Gain the skills and knowledge to solve the world’s biggest medical challenges with our MSc Medical Technology, Innovation and Design course.

This 1-year interdisciplinary, project-based course brings together students from a variety of backgrounds to design new medical technologies based directly on clinical problems. Collaboration, innovation and entrepreneurship are at the core of this course, alongside a strong understanding of global healthcare issues.

You will be based at the University Hospital Southampton and collaborate closely with colleagues at the University Science Park, working alongside the programme team, startups and medical technology entrepreneurs.

If you have a strong interest in healthcare innovation, medical devices, or improving health outcomes globally, this course will provide you with the tools to make a significant impact.

MSc Medical Technology, Innovation and Design

Why choose this course?

•    1-year, project-based MSc focused on real clinical problems
•    Interdisciplinary learning – ideal for students from diverse academic backgrounds
•    Work alongside startups, clinicians & med-tech entrepreneurs
•    2 placements – one in the UK, one abroad – for hands-on clinical and commercial experience
•    Unique in the UK, developed with global partners

What you'll gain:
•    Practical skills in medical technology design and development
•    Experience working with clinical experts, business mentors & investors
•    Insights into funding, regulation, and commercialisation
•    Deep understanding of global health needs and sustainable innovation

Make an impact with responsible innovation:
Design solutions that are:
o    Globally relevant and culturally sensitive
o    Environmentally sustainable
o    Aligned with healthcare equity and the UN Sustainable Development Goals
Become a leader in medical innovation, equipped to transform healthcare systems around the world.

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