Study the Bachelor of Engineering (Biomedical) (Honours)

Study Biomedical Engineering at Flinders

Design systems that enhance the quality of human life.

Get 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, along with important practical skills and the ability to work as part of an effective team.

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Prerequisites

SACE stage two specialist mathematics or mathematical methods or equivalent.

Assumed knowledge

Knowledge of SACE stage two physics or equivalent is assumed.

2024 selection rank

75.00

Guaranteed selection rank

80.00

TAFElink

Diploma or above

Adjustment factors available

Yes

SATAC code

224781

Delivery mode

In person:

– Tonsley

Online: No

Duration

4 years full-time
(or part-time equivalent)
Deferrable: Yes

Annual indicative fee

2024: $8,948

How are these fees calculated?

Start dates

– March
– July

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Why study Biomedical Engineering at Flinders

Flinders biomedical and materials engineering research ranks above world standard – 2015 Excellence in Research Australia rankings
Choose a specialisation in mechanics-based or electronics-based biomedical engineering
Expand your practical experience with a range of extra-curricular projects with real-world applications
Graduates have won Monash Scholarships, Fulbright Scholarships, Churchill Fellowships and Menzies Scholarships
On-campus Medical Device Research Institute and Medical Device Partnering Program bring together some of the leading minds in biomedical engineering and related disciplines

Pursue multiple passions with a combined degree

Bachelor of Engineering (Biomedical) (Honours)/Bachelor of Engineering (Electronics) (Honours)

The developers of many medical devices require substantial knowledge of electronic systems. This combination provides you with the knowledge to create advanced electronic devices that can be used in healthcare applications.

Bachelor of Medical Science

This specialised degree covers areas such as biochemistry, biotechnology, microbiology, molecular biology, neuroscience and more. It provides exciting options for students interested in a wide range of careers in the medical and health sciences, and emphasises the fundamental sciences that underpin virtually all fields of medical science.

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Your career

Graduates often work in multidisciplinary teams with health professionals and medical specialists and may find themselves in a variety of areas including the design and production of diagnostic and therapeutic medical equipment in hospitals, devices to assist in home-based health care and rehabilitation, and sensory and control systems.

Potential occupations:

biomedical engineer
clinical engineering specialist
rehabilitation engineer
pathology field service engineer
instrumentation engineer.

Potential employers include:

hospital trusts
medical equipment manufacturers
university research departments
other research units and rehabilitation or health charities.

Professional recognition / accreditation

All our Bachelor of Engineering and Master of Engineering degrees are accredited by Engineers Australia at the level of professional engineer. Professional engineering courses accredited by Engineers Australia are recognised internationally under the Washington Accord. Graduates meet the academic requirements for attaining chartered professional engineering status.

I would highly recommend Flinders and studying engineering because of the facilities, the community feel… the lecturers are very passionate and they’re more than happy to have a chat if you want to talk – you can get involved with real research and you can start building your career before you even graduate.”

Anika Talukder
Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical) (Honours) / Master of Engineering (Biomedical)

What you will study

First year A typical first year may include:	studying with other student engineers of all disciplines and completeing core topics in electronics, professional skills, engineering programming, engineering physics and materials, engineering mechanics, mathematics and human physiology and structure.
Second year A typical second year may include:	focusing on core topics including engineering design, engineering mathematics, and analysis of engineering systems, while studying core Biomedical Engineering topics including biomechanics, biomedical instrumentation, sensors and actuators, and human physiology choosing either an electronics-based or mechanics-based pathway.
Third year A typical third year may include:	core topics in computer programming, engineering project management, physiological measurement, workplace preparation and a selection of electronics-based or mechanics-based engineering topics (depending on your pathway choice) a complete semester in industry with our national best-practice 20-week industry placement.
Honours year A typical honours year may include:	a return to Tonsley to complete a major biomedical engineering research thesis, allowing high-performing students to progress to a higher degree by research topics in innovation in medical devices and standards, ethics and compliance a selection of electives in allied science and engineering areas.

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Practical experience

The degree provides you with practical experience, helping you graduate work-ready.

You'll have the opportunity to undertake a 20-week industry placement as part of your degree. One of the longest work placements offered in Australia, it enables you to work alongside professional engineers tackling real-world problems.
Gain hands-on exposure to the cutting-edge equipment and facilities of Flinders University’s new technology precinct at Tonsley.
Undertake an integrated high-technology design consulting project, putting what you learn into practice.

Study abroad

There are opportunities to take your studies overseas with a student exchange program.

ATAR and Student Profile Information

ATAR and Selection Rank profile

The table below shows ATAR and Selection Rank data for students offered a place wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR commencing in Semester 1, 2023. It is limited to applicants that have recently completed secondary education (within the last two years). Data may reflect multiple courses available within a suite of courses.

Notes:
<5 – less than 5 ATAR based offers made
N/A – This course uses additional selection criteria and therefore Selection Rank is not published

ATAR-based offers only across all offer rounds	ATAR - Excluding adjustment factors	Selection Rank - ATAR plus any adjustment factors
Highest rank to receive an offer	99.80	99.95
Median rank to receive an offer	83.30	88.97
Lowest rank to receive an offer	60.95	70.05

Student Profile

The table below gives an indication of the likely peer cohort for new students in this course. It provides data on students who commenced study in this course in Semester 1, 2023 including those admitted through all offer rounds and international students studying in Australia. Applicant background groupings are based on educational background, not basis of admission. Data may reflect multiple courses available within a suite of courses.

Notes:
<5 – the number of students is less than 5
N/P – Not published: the number is hidden to prevent calculation of numbers in cells with less than 5 students

Applicant background (Semester 1, 2023)	Number of students	Percentage of all students
Higher education study (includes a bridging or enabling course)	45	25%
Vocational education and training (VET) study	<5	<5
Work and life experience	0	0
Recent secondary education - Admitted solely on the basis of ATAR (regardless of whether this includes the consideration of adjustment factors such as equity or subject bonus points)	80	44%
Recent secondary education - Admitted where both ATAR and additional criteria were considered (e.g. portfolio, audition, extra test)	10	6%
Recent secondary education - Admitted on the basis of other criteria only and ATAR was not a factor (e.g. special consideration pathways)	19	11%
International Students	23	13%
All students	180	100%

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Whatever undergraduate course you are studying at Flinders, you can add innovation and enterprise electives to your degree to gain new, adaptable and transferrable skills that will equip you for the careers of tomorrow.

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How to apply

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Flinders students can apply to transfer to this course internally. Visit: www.flinders.edu.au/internaltransfer for more information.

Admission pathways

Applicants can apply for this course using Year 12 qualifications, previous higher education study, TAFE/VET qualifications, or through adult entry (STAT/Foundation Studies/tertiary preparation course).

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Choosing your preferences

When choosing your preferences through SATAC, another Flinders degree you might want to include in your list is the Bachelor of Engineering Science.

How to apply

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English language pathways

If you don’t meet our English language entry requirements and need to improve your English language proficiency, you can do so through Flinders University Academy – or our approved English Language Instruction Course for Overseas Students (ELICOS) providers.

This means that you can attend the required English language tuition at approved ELICOS providers and gain direct entry into university without an IELTS or TOEFL test.

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Academic program pathways

If you don’t meet our academic entry requirements, you can still gain entry to Flinders University through Flinders University Academy. With a range of diplomas, foundation and English language courses, students can find a direct pathway into the destination degree of their choice.

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Bachelor of Engineering (Biomedical) (Honours)

Study Biomedical Engineering at Flinders

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