Master of Biomedical Engineering - University of New South Wales

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Program Code: 8660
Commencement: Semester 1 (March) or Semester 2 (July)
Program Duration: 1.5 years

Estimated Annual Tuition Fees: A$24,480

Program Description

The Master of Biomedical Engineering is designed to cater for students with either a medical/biological science or engineering/physical science background. Initially, students with a medical/biological science background study basic engineering courses such as mathematics, mechanics,
electronics and computing, whilst students with a non-medical background take courses in physiology, anatomy, pathology and biochemistry. Later, both groups choose electives from biomechanics, biophysics, biomaterials, medical instrumentation and mass transfer in medicine, as well as undertaking an optional research project.

Entry Requirements

A recognised four-year Bachelor degree with an average of 65% in performance over the final two years, and with a background of study in either medical/biological science or engineering/physical science.

Program Structure

The program consists of courses totalling 72 units of credit (UOC) of which a minimum of 48 UOC must be from courses offered by the Graduate School of Biomedical Engineering (i.e. any courses with a BIOM9 prefix). The remaining 24 UOC can be at graduate or undergraduate level and can be selected from courses offered by GSBME or other Schools of the University.
Strand A courses are directed to candidates with an engineering/ physical sciences background and Strand B to those with a medical/ biological sciences background. Selection of courses is not limited to those listed below and relevant courses from other areas may be undertaken subject to the approval of the Head of School. Students should note that the School is currently reviewing the Strand A and B offerings and not all courses listed may be taught in subsequent years.

Strand A/Strand B courses (18 UOC)

Strand A Courses for Engineering/Physical Sciences Students
ANAT2511 Fundamentals of Anatomy (HR) 6
PHPH2101 Physiology 1A (HR) 6
PHPH2201 Physiology 1B (HR) 6
or
Strand B Courses for Medical/Life Sciences Students
BIOM9501 Computing for Biomedical Engineers 6
BIOM9101 Mathematical Modelling for Biomedical Engineers 6
ELEC0807 Electrical Engineering IE 6

General Courses (54 UOC) UOC
BIOM9012 Biomedical Statistics 6
BIOM9020 Project Report A 6
BIOM9021 Project Report B 6
BIOM9027 Medical Imaging 6
BIOM9060 Biomedical Systems Analysis 6
BIOM9311 Mass Transfer in Medicine 6
BIOM9321 Physiological Fluid Mechanics 6
BIOM9332 Biocompatibility 6
BIOM9333 Cellular and Tissue Engineering 6
BIOM9410 Regulatory Requirements of Biomedical Technology 6
BIOM9420 Clinical Laboratory Science 6
BIOM9430 Electromedical Standards 6
BIOM9432 Chemistry and Physics of Synthetic and Biological Polymers 6
BIOM9440 Biomedical Practical Measurement 6
BIOM9450 Clinical Information Systems 6
BIOM9510 Introductory Biomechanics (1) 6
BIOM9541 Mechanics of the Human Body 6
BIOM9551 Biomechanics of Physical Rehabilitation 6
BIOM9561 Mechanical Properties of Biomaterials 6
BIOM9601 Biomedical Applications of Microcomputers (1) 6
BIOM9613 Medical Instrumentation 6
BIOM9621 Biological Signal Analysis 6
BIOM9701 Dynamics of the Cardiovascular System 6
BIOM9914 Masters Project Report 12
Notes:
(HR) Highly recommended
(1) For students with no mechanics background This degree is primarily obtained through coursework but may include a project report conducted in the University, hospital, industry or other approved institution. The program of study offers scope for original research into the application of engineering principles and technology to medical problems.