Medical Devices and Technologies
Other Engineering
A course by
University of Auckland
A multidisciplinary specialisation spanning engineering, medical and health sciences, business, and innovation, preparing graduates for careers in the rapidly growing field of medical devices and technologies.
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Core skills this course teaches
Gain interdisciplinary knowledge
Acquire a strong technical foundation across engineering, health sciences, and innovation disciplines as applied to medical technology.
Understand device needs in medical environments
Develop awareness of devices and medical practices specific to healthcare environments, enabling effective communication and collaboration between engineers and clinicians.
About This Course
The Master of Engineering Studies specialising in Medical Devices and Technologies offers technical and practical knowledge at the intersection of biomedical engineering, materials science, healthcare, and regulatory practices. The programme prepares students for a range of opportunities in the medical device industry, covering device design, needs in medical environments, medical practices, regulatory processes, product development, and innovation. The specialisation is delivered by a collaboration involving the Faculties of Engineering, Medical and Health Sciences, and industry partnerships. Graduates gain technical, medical, ethical, regulatory, and business acumen to contribute to medical device industries both in New Zealand and globally.
Course Content
- Overview of medical devices and needs in medical environments
- Essential skills in medical practices
- Regulatory processes for medical devices
- Product development in medical technology
- Innovation in healthcare engineering
- Interdisciplinary theoretical and practical approaches
- Ethical and business aspects of the medical device industry
Entry Requirements
Primarily aimed at engineers and health professionals
Build towards these roles
Medical device companiesHealthcare product development rolesRegulatory roles in medical technologyHealthcare innovation consultingResearch and development in medical engineering
Build skills in these industries
Medical DevicesHealthcare
