Biomedicine - Biomedical Engineering Systems University of Melbourne

Overview

Overview

During the Biomedicine - Biomedical Engineering Systems program at University of Melbourne, you’ll study elements of engineering, science and medicine, and learn to use all three to develop new and improved medical treatments, processes and instruments.

You will learn from University of Melbourne bioengineers who are working on ground-breaking innovations like the bionic eye, joint replacement prostheses, implants that help control epilepsy and improved ways of delivering life-saving drugs to the body.

In this course you will gain skills in mathematical modelling of biological and engineering systems, analytical and abstract thinking, problem-solving and design skills, and carrying out laboratory experiments to test possible solutions to complex problems.

You’ll focus on human systems, the design and operation of devices and processes, and the application of engineering skills to new medical treatments, instruments and machines.

Careers

Depending on the subjects you take in your undergraduate degree, a range of other graduate study options may be possible – in fields as diverse as 

• science and technology
• health sciences
• teaching
• law
• business
• humanities and more.

After following this major with a Master of Engineering, you’ll be all set to enjoy a rewarding career as a biomedical engineer.

Biomedical engineers work in a range of industries, including 

• biotechnology
• health services
• medical devices and 
• pharmaceuticals

With expert knowledge and insight, they can also pursue roles in 

• communications and management
• finance
• business analysis
• project management and more