Overview

The Biomedical Engineering program at the University of Calgary has a common first year, which consists of 10 courses in mathematics, sciences, computing, engineering principles, communications and design. A design backbone throughout the Biomedical Engineering program will form critical thinking and problem solving skills and provide opportunities to interact with local industry and researchers in many different fields of study. Most courses have hands-on, experiential laboratory sessions to reinforce concepts taught in lectures. Leadership skills development is fostered through open-ended projects and group work.

Career opportunities

As a biomedical engineer you will be able to use your skills to improve healthcare worldwide in the biotech, pharma and med-tech sectors — and beyond. A degree in biomedical engineering can also open doors for graduate studies or a professional degree such as medicine, veterinary medicine or law.

Program highlights

Collaborative team work - Interact with your peers while learning to collaborate on projects.

Engineering Career Centre – Access engineering career advisors and gain valuable full-time paid engineering work experience through a 12-16 month placement.

Study abroad opportunities - Cultural and academic experiences at destinations around the world.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Computing for Engineers

Calculus for Engineers and Scientists

Biology for Engineers

Anatomy and Physiology for Engineers

Biomedical Engineering Processes

Mechanics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Calgary, Canada

Disciplines

Bio & Biomedical Engineering View 27 other Bachelors in Bio & Biomedical Engineering in Canada

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants educated in other countries may be considered for admission on their academic merits. Those completing Canadian high school courses will have the grades obtained in these courses used in lieu of equivalents obtained on international certificates.

Meet the minimum admission requirements as specified in section A.5 of the Calendar

Meet the University’s English Language Proficiency requirement

Be either a citizen or permanent resident of Canada

Indicate their desire to be considered under this category on the Application for Admission

Provide contact information for two references

Complete a personal profile outlining circumstances, personal achievements and educational goals

Provide official transcripts from all high school and post-secondary institutions attended

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

3836 CAD / module

≈ 3836 CAD / module
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

926 CAD / module

≈ 926 CAD / module

Additional Details

Tuition per 3-unit course.

Living costs

Calgary

Canada

1247 - 1953 CAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Career opportunities

Program highlights

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

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Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Calgary

Funding

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