Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Professional), Major in Biomedical Engineering

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Professional) at Swinburne University equips students with a solid foundation in engineering fundamentals, critical thinking, and industry-relevant skills. Through a combination of coursework, projects, and a 12-month paid work placement, graduates are prepared for successful careers in biomedical engineering and related fields, including biomedical engineer, clinical engineer, and medical device designer.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Professional) is designed to equip you with the skills, knowledge, and industry connections you need to succeed in your chosen field of engineering. Choose from a host of majors, including biomedical engineering, and undertake industry-linked projects every semester. Plus, gain a 12-month paid work placement for full-time insight into the real world of engineering.

Objectives:

• To provide students with a strong foundation in the fundamentals of engineering.
• To develop students' critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• To prepare students for a successful career in engineering by equipping them with the skills and knowledge that employers are looking for.

Outline:

The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Professional) is a five-year full-time program. The program consists of:

First Year

• Core Units:
• Engineering Materials (12.5 credit points)
• Calculus and Applications (12.5 credit points)
• Energy and Motion (12.5 credit points)
• Major Units:
• Circuits & Electronics 1 (12.5 credit points)

Second Year

• Core Units:
• Engineering Technology Inquiry Project (12.5 credit points)
• Mathematical Methods and Statistics for Engineering (12.5 credit points)
• Major Units
• Medical Imaging Systems (12.5 credit points)
• Biomaterials and Biomechanics (12.5 credit points)

Third Year

• Core Units:
• Professional Experience in Engineering (25 credit points)
• Major Units:
• Medical and Regulatory Practice (12.5 credit points)
• Engineering Technology Sustainability Project (12.5 credit points)
• Clinical Practicum 1 - Neuro (12.5 credit points)

Fourth Year (Professional Placement)

• Work Experience In Industry (50 credit points)

Fifth Year

• Core Units
• Engineering Technology Project A (12.5 credit points)
• Engineering Technology Innovation Project
• Major units
• Advanced Medical Imaging Systems (12.5 credit points)

Assessment:

• Students are assessed through a combination of coursework, exams, and projects

Teaching:

• The program is taught by a team of experienced faculty who have worked in industry and academia
• The program uses a blended learning approach - a mix of online and in-person teaching
• Students can access a variety of support services including, academic advising and tutoring
• Swinburne also offers a range of initiatives to help students succeed, such as:
• Swinburne Gateway - a program that provides additional support to students from underrepresented groups
• Swinburne EDGE - a program designed to help students from low-SES backgrounds to succeed
• Careers:

Graduates of the program will be prepared for a variety of engineering careers, including but not limited to:

• Biomedical Engineer
• Clinical Engineer
• Medical Device Designer
• Medical electronics engineer