Program Overview

Bachelor of Medical Engineering (Honours) Program Overview ## Bachelor of Medical Engineering (Honours) Program Overview ## Program Description The Bachelor of Medical Engineering (Honours) program is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge required to solve complex medical engineering challenges. As a medical engineer, graduates will strive to make medical treatment more effective, efficient, safer, and affordable. They will be uniquely placed to save and improve lives by applying engineering principles and design processes to develop innovative solutions for healthcare problems. ### What is Medical Engineering? Medical engineering is a multidisciplinary field that combines topics like medicine, biomedical science, and engineering. Graduates of this program will take technology and create better solutions for health and wellbeing, seeking to improve human health through the development and design of equipment, devices, computer systems, and software. ### Career Opportunities There is a global growth in demand for biomedical engineers due to the ageing population and emergent technologies. The University of Newcastle offers the only medical engineering degree in NSW, making graduates uniquely placed to improve lives around the world. Medical engineers can work in hospitals, medical institutions, health-related manufacturing and technology companies, pharmaceutical companies, or research organisations. Depending on the area of specialisation, graduates could work with: - Biomechanical devices - Surgical equipment - Nanotechnology drug delivery systems and diagnostic tests - Prosthetic limbs - Artificial organs - Electrical and computing systems relating to radiotherapy, respiration, or dialysis ## Program Structure The program consists of core courses, majors, and electives. ### Core Courses Students must complete the following core courses to fulfil the requirements of the program: - ELEC1310 Introduction to Electrical Engineering - ENGG1003 Introduction to Engineering Programming with Python - ENGG1500 Introduction to Professional Engineering - ENGG2440 Modelling and Control - ENGG2500 Sustainable Engineering Practice - ENGG3000 Engineering Work Integrated Learning - ENGG3500 Managing Engineering Projects - HUBS1109 Anatomy for Biomedical Science - HUBS1403 Biomedical Science Part 1 - HUBS1404 Biomedical Science Part 2 - MATH1110 Mathematics for Engineering, Science and Technology 1 - MATH1120 Mathematics for Engineering, Science and Technology 2 - MATH2310 Calculus of Science and Engineering - MECH1110 Introduction to Mechanical Engineering Design - MENG3100 Biomaterials and BioFluids - MENG3451 Medical Imaging and Signals: Principles to AI - MENG3500 Medical Engineering Regulatory Requirements and Quality Systems - MENG3800 Medical Engineering Research - MENG4100 Implants and Assistive Technologies - MENG4800A Medical Engineering Project A - MENG4800B Medical Engineering Project B ### Majors The program offers two majors: Medical Devices and Medical Biomechanics. #### Medical Devices - Compulsory courses: - ELEC1710 Digital and Computer Electronics 1 - ELEC2320 Electrical and Electronic Circuits - ELEC2430 Circuits and Signals - ELEC2720 Introduction to Embedded Computing - ELEC3240 Analog Electronics - ELEC3730 Digital and Computer Electronics 2 - MENG3200 Medical Instrumentation and Actuation - MENG4210 Medical and Industrial Electronic Product Design - Elective courses (choose 10 units): - ELEC3251 Power Electronics and Renewable Energy Systems - ELEC4401 Signal Processing - ELEC4720 Programmable Logic Design - ENGG3300 Machine Learning for Engineers - HUBS2206 Human Biochemistry and Cell Biology - HUBS3403 Neuroscience - PHYS1210 Advanced Physics I - PHYS1220 Advanced Physics II #### Medical Biomechanics - Compulsory courses: - CIVL1100 Fundamentals of Engineering Mechanics - ENGG2300 Engineering Fluid Mechanics - EXSS2020 Biomechanics - MECH1750 Engineering Materials 1 - MECH2110 Mechanical Engineering Design 1 - MECH2360 Dynamics of Machines - MECH2430 Mechanics of Solids 1 - MECH3110 Mechanical Engineering Design 2 - Elective courses (choose 10 units): - ENGG3300 Machine Learning for Engineers - EXSS3060 Advanced Biomechanics - HUBS2206 Human Biochemistry and Cell Biology - HUBS3403 Neuroscience - MECH3400 Materials Science and Engineering 2 - MECH3780 Fluid Mechanics 2 and CFD - MECH4410 Mechanics of Solids 2 and FEA ### Electives Students must complete 10 units of electives to fulfil the requirements of the program. Electives can be used to extend and complement core studies with more courses in the same field of study or from areas of interest. ## Admission Criteria - Selection Rank: 77.00 (Newcastle) - Indicative Fee: AUD 46,255 - Duration: 4 years full-time, up to 10 years part-time - Next Start Date: 17 August 2026 - CRICOS Code: (Not specified) - English Proficiency Requirements: IELTS overall minimum 6.0, IELTS section minimum 6.0 ## Career-Ready Placements All University of Newcastle engineering students complete 12 weeks of industrial experience during their degree. This can be completed in one block or as shorter placements of no less than two weeks. Through work placement, students will build important professional networks and put their learning into practice. ## Student Experience The University of Newcastle provides a supportive and diverse community for students. The campus is welcoming, inspiring, and collaborative, with various facilities and services available to support student life and academic success. ## Scholarships The University offers scholarships to recognise achievement and support enthusiastic and dedicated students. If you are a current student or planning to study at the University, you are encouraged to apply for all scholarships you meet the criteria for. ## Accommodation Living on campus is an experience unlike any other. Whether you're from across Australia or around the globe, your home on campus is where you'll form lifelong friendships and harness your potential in a supportive and diverse community.