Biomedical engineers create materials, devices and processes for better health outcomes.
Biomedical engineering bridges the gap between technology, medicine and biology. It integrates physical, chemical, mathematical and computational sciences and engineering principles with the ultimate aim of improving health care.
Biomedical engineers may be involved in the design, construction and development of health and monitoring devices and computers, implantable devices, diagnostic systems and therapeutic systems, cell and tissue engineering, and pharmaceuticals. You may also work with models of physiological function and prosthetics and implants.
Depending on your chosen specialisation, you may find employment with hospitals, biotechnology companies, medical equipment manufacturers, research institutes and government health departments.
Specialisations
To study this major, you'll have to choose an engineering specialisation first. The biomedical engineering major is available in the following specialisations:
Career possibilities
Our programs prepare you for your first job and beyond. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:
- Biomedical engineer
- Biomedical technician
- Field service engineer
- Chemical engineer
- Electrical engineer
- Mechanical engineer
Average annual salary range
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