Alternative to a medical university - student's perspective

Biomedical Engineering is a field of study that allows you to satisfy a wide range of interests, including those that do not fit into a single field of science. Ewelina Pilatowicz, a second-year student of biomedical engineering at the Faculty of Electrical, Electronic, Computer and Control Engineering at TUL, talks about her studies in this field.

I chose biomedical engineering because...

I have always been fascinated by the secrets of the human body, however I did not see myself at medical universities. I was definitely more interested in combining medical and technological knowledge, which can support treatment processes by introducing new solutions used in diagnostics and therapy. When I found out that I had the opportunity to study in English at Lodz University of Technology, I did not hesitate for a moment.

What is studying biomedical engineering like?

I won't lie that it is easy. The amount of knowledge we gain during our studies is huge. This translates into a lot of work, but over time, when a lot of things start to come together and form a whole, you can feel immense satisfaction. Studying at the International Faculty of Engineering is also a great opportunity to practice collaborative skills. Thanks to courses such as Problem Based Learning, we have the opportunity to test and develop our own qualities that will be useful later in our careers.

What I like most about my degree is...

...the interdisciplinarity. I have always been a person of many interests and I have finally found a place where I can develop all of them. In the course of our studies, we acquire knowledge in the fields of electronics and computer science, among others. This diversity of our competences increases our position on the labour market. Apart from daily English practice, we have the opportunity to choose to study an additional foreign language. As I am planning to go on an Erasmus programme to Spain, learning this language from the first year will make it easier for me to benefit from this stay.

 Biomedical Engineering should be chosen by someone who…

...is above all curious about the world. The knowledge gained in this major opens up many avenues. It is also an ideal choice for those who do not have a precise idea for their future, but want to do something interesting, useful for people, and also guaranteeing a job. As far as the future is concerned, studying at IFE prepares you very well to continue your education abroad, which I am considering.

Ewelina Pilatowicz, Poland
Biomedical Engineering student