Bachelor of Engineering (Biomedical) (Honours)

Get the skills to investigate, plan, design, manufacture and maintain systems and equipment that are used in all aspects of health care. You will gain a solid education in both engineering and medical science, along with important practical skills and the ability to work as part of an effective team. This degree is accredited by Engineers Australia at the level of professional engineer and is recognised internationally under the Washington Accord.

The Bachelor of Engineering (Biomedical) (Honours) has been designed to provide a strong understanding of both the theoretical and the practical aspects of engineering, particularly those relevant to the systematic development of biomedical engineering systems and an awareness of social, economic, cultural and environmental aspects of (biomedical) engineering. This degree includes structured engineering work experience and the ability to undertake a substantial research-oriented project.

The degree provides the foundations that will underpin ongoing professional development, preparing graduates for further study or for a career in an engineering related field or in other areas where the range of skills and knowledge acquired is needed or desirable.

On completion of this degree students will be able to proficiently use professional skills and knowledge in the systematic development of complex biomedical engineering systems and demonstrate a broad understanding of the biomedical engineering discipline and a deeper understanding of areas of biomedical engineering. Students will be able to develop engineering solutions appropriate to the social, political, international, economic and environmental contexts in which they are applied and apply skills adopted through the thesis and advanced discipline topics to postgraduate level research or advanced industrial investigation.

This degree prepares graduates for careers in teams with health professionals and medical specialists. Potential occupations may include biomedical engineer, clinical engineering specialist and pathology field service engineer; potential employers may include hospital trusts, medical equipment manufacturers and universities.

Expand your career options by combining this degree with the Bachelor of Science (Life Sciences) (SATAC code 244661)

Combining degrees enables students to follow their interests and aspirations and enhance their career prospects by undertaking a second area of study in addition to their primary degree. Completing an approved combined degree option will normally add at least one extra year (full-time equivalent) to their studies. For example, students combining two three-year full-time equivalent degrees are normally able to complete both degrees in four years of full-time equivalent study. Students graduate with two degrees, expanding employment opportunities. For further information visit www.flinders.edu.au/combined-degrees.