Biomedical Engineering

COMBINING ENGINEERING AND MEDICAL SCIENCE

How do I become a Biomedical Engineer?

Monash University has the greatest selection of biomedical engineering programs of any university in Australia.


The Engineering and Science faculties offer four different BSc (Medical Science)/BE (Engine-ering) double degree programs for those wishing to enter the profession of Biomedical Engineering.

The first of these BSc/BE double degrees combines a BSc (Physi-ology) with a BE in Electrical and Computer Systems Engineering and is intended for engineers with an interest in medical instrumentation, medical imaging, medical informatics and microprocessor-based medical devices.

The second combines a BSc (Material Science and Physiology) with a BE in Materials Engineering, which is intended for engineers interested in biomaterials, implantable devices and material aspects of other medical technologies.

The third of these degrees combines a BSc (Physiology or Anatomy) with a BE in Mechanical Engineering. This combination will be of interest to biomechanical engineers, rehabilitation engineers and is relevant to understanding the mechanical aspects of human physiological systems.

The fourth of these degrees combines a BSc (Biochemistry) with a BE in Chemical Engineering. This combination is intended to prepare engineers for a career in the new area of Biotechnology.



These programs provide graduates with:

• A Bachelor degree in an Engineering discipline.
• A Bachelor of Science degree with a Medical Science major.
• A range of biomedical engineering options.
• A minor thesis project undertaken in a clinical setting.
• Exposure to a wide range of medical technology.

In addition to providing graduates with a qualification that is recognised in the Engineering profession, these BSc/BE programs also lead to career path opportunities in:

• The Medical Technology Manufacturing Industry.
• Rehabilitation Engineering and Biomechanics
• Biomaterials
• Hospital Biomedical Engineering
• Medical Technology Research and Development
• Biotechnology

The Medical Technology Industry in Australia has frequently indicated the urgent need for biomedical engineers who have a solid grounding in both medical science and engineering, and who can therefore make an important contribution to that industry.

Students should note that there is a limited number of places available and competition for places is strong. Students wishing to apply for a place in these undergraduate programs should apply through VTAC using the codes: 28271 for HECS funded students, 28272 fro full fee paying local students, and 28273 for overseas students.

For Further Details contact:

Associate Professor Ian Brown
Director

Monash University Centre for Biomedical Engineering

Building 69
Wellington Road
Clayton Victoria
Australia 3800

Tel: + 61 3 9905 3805
Fax: + 61 3 9905 1820
E-mail: Ian.Brown@eng.monash.edu.au
WWW: http://www.ecse.monash.edu.au/centres/mucbe/

International Students

For further information contact:

Head Office
Monash International
871 Dandenong Rd
East Caulfield, Victoria
Australia 3145

Tel: +61 3 9903 2311
Fax: +61 3 9903 2430

monint@adm.monash.edu.au

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