Biomedical Engineering
Other Engineering
A course by
University of Auckland
Biomedical Engineering combines engineering, medicine and biology to improve quality of life and address challenges in the healthcare industry, preparing graduates for jobs at the interface of technology and health.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
City Campus, Auckland
It will take a total of 4 years
Core skills this course teaches
Analyse biological functions using engineering tools
Learn to use engineering theories and methods to analyse the functioning of biological systems, focusing on healthcare applications.
Develop medical devices and diagnostic tools
Gain skills to create and refine therapies, models, and medical devices to improve patient outcomes.
Utilize computational engineering in bioengineering contexts
What You're Signing Up For
As technology’s role in healthcare grows, Biomedical Engineering brings together engineering, medicine and biology for life-changing research and practical health solutions. This undergraduate specialisation in the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) covers topics such as medical imaging, biometrics, electronics, computational engineering, and device development, with applications in diagnosis, therapy, and medical device industries. Students benefit from access to expert researchers and equipment at the Auckland Bioengineering Institute, and pursue roles in the medical sector, biotechnology, and research.
Course Content
- Medical imaging
- Biochemical and mechanical measurements
- Electronics
- High-performance computational engineering
- Testing techniques
- Data analysis for diagnosis and treatment
- Modeling musculoskeletal systems for biomechanics
- Development of medical devices such as cardiac pacemakers
- Animal bioengineering models
What you need to know first
Entry into the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours); see University of Auckland requirements for BE(Hons) entry (typically including NCEA Level 3 Mathematics and Physics or equivalent)
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Medical and Healthcare
Biotechnology
Engineering
Research & Development
Future employment opportunities might be
Biomedical Engineer in the healthcare sector
Biotechnology industries