Bachelor of Engineering (Biomedical)

Fast facts

Course type:	Undergraduate degree
Course length (full-time equivalent):	4 years
Tertiary Entrance Rank (TER):	88.45
Location:	On campus
Professional Recognition/Membership:	This program meets the requirements for accreditation by Engineers Australia and is recognised internationally. Graduates will meet the academic requirements for attaining Chartered Professional Engineering status. Accreditation of any new Engineering course occurs in the first year it is offered. Such accreditation is provisional until the course produces its first graduates.

Course overview

The Bachelor of Engineering (Biomedical) equips students with the skills to investigate, plan, design, manufacture and maintain systems and equipment that are used in all aspects of health care.

You will gain a solid education in both Engineering and Medical Science. Throughout the course, there is a strong emphasis on practical skills and teamwork.

We have developed close relationships with a number of private sector and government organisations and all students undertake Flinders' nationally recognised 20 week industry placement. 

What will I study? 

Refer to the program of study.

What is Biomedical Engineering?

Biomedical engineering involves using electronics and computer systems to improve health care and health services to enhance the quality of human life.

Why study Biomedical Engineering at Flinders?

• All our Engineering awards have been designed in close collaboration with industry in order to meet future development needs. Students gain specialist knowledge in key areas and an integrated tool kit of skills that will enable them to meet the technical criteria required by industry and to engage professionally with on-going technical developments. 

• A distinctive feature of our Engineering awards is the nationally recognised industry placement program. More than 100 local, national and international organisations support the program, which provides students with 20 weeks of structured industrial work experience.

• Students complete their final year of study having already gained a first-hand understanding of the role of the graduate engineer. They graduate with a proven on-the-job performance and many go on to work full-time with the company that provided their placement, or with another in the same industry.

• The first year of this award is similar to the first year of our other Engineering awards allowing students to transfer between awards with minimal loss of time. For students without the necessary prerequisites, the Bachelor of Engineering Science award provides a pathway into this award.

• Our research has an interdisciplinary nature, and we enjoy close collaborations with local hospitals, particularly the Flinders Medical Centre, a large teaching hospital with an internationally-respected medical school, which is situated on the same campus. These collaborations provide the foundation for success of many of our research projects.

• We have an international reputation for our teaching, student support programs/services and research.

Combined degree options

Refer to Engineering combined degrees for further information. 

Career opportunities

What can I do with my Bachelor of Engineering (Biomedical) degree?

Study a language

Flinders also offers all students the opportunity to major in a language in conjunction with any undergraduate course. The Diploma in Language is designed to provide students with competence in a chosen language that adds greater portability to their qualifications. You will complete a total of one extra year of study and graduate with both your chosen degree and the Diploma in Language. You can apply for this at time of enrolment.

Entry requirements

Science and Maths bonus points 

Science and Maths bonus points will be allocated to students studying selected Science and Mathematics subjects in Year 12 who apply for entry to a Science and Engineering degree at Flinders. For more information refer to Science and Maths bonus points

Applications

Domestic students		International students
SATAC code:	214771	CRICOS code:	To be advised
Mid-year entry:	Yes	Mid-year entry:	No
Apply through:	SATAC Uniweb	Apply through:	International Office

Credit transfer

Refer to credit transfer for further information.

Annual fees

Place type	Domestic students	International students
Commonwealth supported - Student contribution amount	$5,762	N/A
Full fee paying	N/A	$20,100

Note: Domestic student fees are indicative only. Further information: How are these fees calculated?

Related courses

• Bachelor of Engineering (Biomedical) / Master of Engineering (Biomedical)
  
• Bachelor of Engineering Science
• Bachelor of Engineering (Civil)
• Bachelor of Engineering (Computer Systems)
• Bachelor of Engineering (Electronics)
• Bachelor of Engineering (Maritime Electronics)
  
• Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical)
• Bachelor of Engineering (Robotics)
• Bachelor of Engineering (Robotics) / Master of Engineering (Smart Instrumentation)
• Bachelor of Engineering (Software)

Further study options

• Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma and Master of Engineering (Biomedical)
• Doctor of Philosophy (Research)
• Master of Engineering (Research)
  

Publications

Contact

Faculty of Science and Engineering
Hotline: 1800 803 131 (local call cost)
Email: soak.up.science@flinders.edu.au

School of Computer Science, Engineering & Mathematics
Course Coordinator: Dr Nasser Asgari
Tel +61 8 8201 5059
Email nasser@csem.flinders.edu.au

General domestic students information

Web: Prospective students

Enquiries: Admissions/Prospective Students Office
Flinders University, GPO Box 2100, Adelaide SA 5001
Tel (08) 8201 3074 or 1300 657 671 (local call cost)
Fax (08) 8201 2580
Email: admissions@flinders.edu.au

General international students information

Web: International students

Enquiries: Ask Flinders