Bachelor of Medical Engineering (Honours)
University of Newcastle
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00109J
As a medical engineer, you’ll strive to make medical treatment more effective, efficient, safer and affordable. You will be uniquely placed to save and improve lives.What is medical engineering? Medical engineering is a new and exciting discipline. It spans topics like medicine, biomedical science and engineering. Bachelor of Medical Engineering graduates take technology and create better solutions for health and wellbeing. They seek to improve human health through the development and design of equipment, devices, computer systems and software.You’ll use your creativity, critical thinking, and complex problem-solving skills. Learn to apply engineering principles and design processes. Find innovative solutions to healthcare problems. As a graduate, you will develop and improve technology and human systems in medical settings.
Structure
- The Bachelor of Medical Engineering (Honours) is a four year program, students are required to complete 320 units, which is comprised of:220 units of core courses
- 90 units towards a major. Students can choose either:Medical Devices Major: 80 units of compulsory courses and 10 units of courses chosen from the Course List
- ORMedical Biomechanics Major: 80 units of compulsory courses and 10 units of courses chosen from the Course List
- 10 units of elective courses
- 0-unit compulsory Industrial Experience
Standard entry requirements
Eligibility for admission to this program is based on applicants meeting the minimum selection rank, or satisfying the requirements for an approved admission scheme.
Recognition
This program is provisionally accredited by Engineers Australia.
