Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Biomedical Engineering) | 2019

Career focus Biomedical Engineering is a multi-disciplinary field which applies engineering principles, problem solving skills and methodologies to the research and development of novel medical and diagnostic devices, tools, systems and technology that will deliver substantial healthcare benefit and improve the quality of life. Graduates of the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Biomedical Engineering) will be prepared for careers in health related industries, academia, government regulatory agencies, public policy development and implementation units, and private business nationally and internationally. As a Washington Accord accredited program, graduates are qualified for employment in Biomedical Engineering roles in many other countries.

Roles, responsibilities, and specialisations under supervision of experienced engineers, graduates will be capable of holding positions with significant responsibility. Graduate responsibilities are based on the establishment, design, manufacturing and maintenance of medical devices, technologies and systems including therapeutic devices, rehabilitation devices, assistive devices, artificial organs, implants and similar. Specific roles may include, but are not limited to: design of instruments, customised devices and software used in healthcare, e.g., prostheses or artificial organs development of new materials, such as stents, for implantation in the body; engineering cells to regenerate diseased or injured tissue, for example using stem cells. Biomedical Engineers often serve as a coordinating function; they use their background in both engineering and medicine and seek to combat disease with research by conducting clinical trials of new medical devices. They also design ergonomic equipment and workplaces which can help prevent accidents and injuries. Graduates may have responsibilities around client and stakeholder relations; procurement; safe work practices; quality assurance in project delivery; reporting; and consideration of standards and regulations. Graduates will have strong project and people management skills and may take on responsibility for overseeing teams, contractors and consultants within the first five years from graduation.

Student experience and professional attributes UOW has a long and successful history of innovation, industry collaboration applied engineering research, and engineering consultancy. The practical engineering culture at UOW is reflected in its degree programs and graduates. Students studying the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Biomedical Engineering) will have opportunities to apply knowledge to ethical challenges, innovation and problem solving in real-world focused projects in each year of the degree program. They are also able to engage with extra-curricular and co-curricular activities through the Work Integrated Learning program. The program is delivered through a range of study modes and assessment types, supported by digital technologies, to ensure graduates are flexible learners and well prepared to adapt to future challenges. Students also participate in multidisciplinary projects, providing them with opportunities to learn the language of engineering and the engineering methods applied in different disciplines. Graduates of the program leave UOW experienced in working in diverse teams and ready to integrate into the workforce. Further, UOW graduates are equipped with the skills to recognise opportunities for further learning and technical specialisation to adapt to changing industry requirements.

Suitable student backgrounds and interests. The course has been developed to support students from a range of educational and professional backgrounds, including international and domestic school leavers, certificate and diploma qualified individuals with experience in the engineering sector. Pathway programs are available to strengthen students’ mathematics, science, and English language background prior to commencement where required. The program is best suited to those with an interest in improving the quality of life for individuals living with injuries and disabilities through careers in health, engineering design and medical research.

Graduates contribute to society through the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Biomedical Engineering) program, graduates will have the skills to make a significant contribution to society through innovation, creative thinking and disciplinary expertise. Specifically Biomedical Engineering graduates will have the expertise to help medical practitioners diagnose, monitor, treat and improve quality of life, contributing to a society that lives well, longer.

Entry Requirements & Credit Arrangements

Information on academic and English language requirements, as well as eligibility for credit for prior learning, is available from the Course Finder. 

Course Structure 

Professional Recognition/Accreditation

UOW's engineering programs are accredited by Engineers Australia and relevant world engineering bodies through the Washington Accord. This ensures recognition by equivalent professional engineering bodies in the USA, UK, Hong Kong, Japan, New Zealand, Canada, South Africa, Ireland, Korea, Malaysia, Singapore and other countries.

UOW is a member of the Group of Eight (Go8) Deans of Engineering and Associates, in recognition of its being among the top Australian engineering faculties. This achievement is a direct result of our world class reputation in teaching and research.

Other Information

Further information email: eis@uow.edu.au or Academic Program Director