BH069 - Bachelor of Engineering (Biomedical Engineering) (Honours)

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Plan: BH069 - Bachelor of Engineering (Biomedical Engineering) (Honours)
Campus: City Campus

Overview

Program details
Purpose of the Program
Articulation and pathways
Entrance requirements
External accreditation and industry links
Student expenses and charges in addition to fees
Library, IT and specialist resources

Program details

Award title: Bachelor of Engineering (Biomedical Engineering) (Honours)
Award abbreviation: BEng(BioMedEng)(Hons)
Total credit points: 384
Career: UGRD
Duration: Four years full time, 16 semesters part time
Location: City Campus and Bundoora Campus
Owning school: Engineering (172H)
Owning school URL: www.rmit.edu.au/about/schools-colleges/engineering
ASCED code: 039903
CRICOS code: 079597B

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Purpose of the Program

The purpose of this program is to develop the knowledge and skills essential for a professional career in biomedical engineering and:

  • prepare you for employment in the medical technology and biotechnology industries producing assistive technology, implantable devices for rehabilitation applications, lab-on-a-chip diagnostics and biomaterials and other innovative solutions to medical and health problems.
  • develop skills related to medical, biomedical, biomechanical, medical equipment, medical laboratory, bioinformatics, and other biomedical and health-related industries.

The first year provides a transformative learning experience in which you will learn and explore core science concepts in physical, life, data, and mathematical science disciplines. You will also develop and strengthen key scientific and transferable skills that will underpin your future studies and career. This breadth of experience will enhance your employability and enable you to make an informed decision on the manner in which you choose your own course of study.

You will undertake a capstone experience in the final year courses OENG1167 Engineering Capstone Project Part A and OENG1168 Engineering Capstone Project Part B, in which you will conduct a research project that can be analytical, experimental, design or computational in nature (or some combination). The capstone experience will give you the opportunity to integrate, critically reflect on and consolidate what you have learnt in your program

This program is primarily delivered in face-to-face mode at the City and Bundoora Campuses. While most courses in the program are delivered on campus, others are delivered online.

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Articulation and pathways

Articulation

There are no agreed articulation arrangements from Vocational Education programs into this program.  If you are interested in articulating into this degree please consult the program manager to discuss what exemptions you might be granted.  You would need to have a strong academic performance in your Vocational Education program.

Pathways

Outstanding graduates from this program may be able to proceed to a research degree including Masters by Research or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), subject to meeting the general admission criteria.

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Entrance requirements

Very Important: This plan is being phased out. 

BH069 - Bachelor of Engineering (Biomedical Engineering)(Honours) plan has been discontinued and will no longer accept new students after Semester 2 2022.

Program entry requirements

Successful completion of an Australian Year 12 senior secondary certificate of education or equivalent.  

For information on international qualifications and corresponding entry requirements that are equivalent to Australian academic entry requirements, see the Country equivalents web page.

Prerequisites

Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) prerequisite units 3 and 4 — a study score of at least 20 in mathematics (any), and a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in any other English.

English language requirements

A minimum IELTS (Academic module) overall score of 6.5, with no band below 6.0; or equivalent.   

For equivalents to English entry requirements, see the English equivalents web page.

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External accreditation and industry links

External Accreditation:

The Bachelor of Engineering (Biomedical Engineering)(Honours) is fully accredited by Engineers Australia. Engineers Australia is the professional body responsible for the accreditation of higher education programs that prepare students to practise as professional engineers. Engineers Australia is a signatory to the Washington Accord. This means that the program is internationally recognised and graduates are able to practise as professional engineers in many countries around the world. Graduates of the Bachelor of Engineering (Aerospace Engineering) (Honours) program are eligible for graduate and/or professional membership of Engineers Australia.

Industry Links:

The schools teaching into this program have extensive links with industry, particularly through research projects and consulting. In a number of cases industry has provided direct support by donating laboratory equipment.

This program also involve industry through the Industry Advisory Committee (IAC), Membership to IAC includes senior staff from major biomedical and related companies and relevant government and non-government organisations. The IAC provides feedback on the currency of the program and the changing needs of Industry with Industry partners and IAC members actively contributing to the program through participation in seminars, marketing events, industry awards and scholarships.

Industry links are also encouraged through industry sponsored design projects usually undertake in your final year (as part of Engineering Capstone Project Part A and Part B). You also have the opportunity of undertaking an Industry Placement for six or twelve months: either locally as advertised by local businesses, or internationally through the RMIT International Industry Experience and Research Program (RIIERP).

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Student expenses and charges in addition to fees

Once you are enrolled as a student in this program you will need to allow for expenses other than university tuition fees.  Additional expenses may relate to the purchase of lecture notes, textbooks, stationery, consumables such as printer paper, fees levied by commercial internet service providers for internet access outside of the university campus, and other relevant costs.

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Library, IT and specialist resources

Library resources and services

RMIT Library provides extensive resources, services and study space. All RMIT students have access to scholarly resources including course related material, books, e-books, journals and databases. Computers and group study rooms are available at each Library. One-on-one study support is available for assistance with assignment preparation, academic writing, referencing, maths and study skills. To contact Library staff for help, phone, email or chat via the Ask the Library service. 

For recommended texts and databases, refer to https://rmit.libguides.com/all_engineering

You can find more information on Library resources and services at: https://www.rmit.edu.au/library.

Online learning tools and content

You can access online learning tools and content for your program and associated courses at myRMIT www.rmit.edu.au/myrmit

Specialist Laboratories

The schools teaching into this program have many laboratories, often with specialised equipment, to support the relevant teaching and learning activities, and most of these labs have been upgraded in recent years, to ensure that you have access to modern computers and equipment that you are likely to use in industry.

Services available to you as a student at RMIT University

RMIT University provides a wide range of resources and opportunities to assist your learning and wellbeing so you can achieve your study and career goals.

Services are available face to face and online assisting with:

  • transition to tertiary study and learning
  • study skills, academic skills including literacy, mathematics and basic sciences if relevant
  • enabling assistance if you have a disability, long term medical condition or other form of
  • disadvantage which may impact on your learning
  • career development and employment
  • living and wellbeing (including advice on health, housing and financial matters)
  • opportunities for scholarships, leadership and study abroad
  • opportunities for participating in arts, sport, recreation, fitness activities as well as student activism and university governance

We also offer a friendly and supportive environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.
You can find more information at https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-and-facilities/student-support/aboriginal-and-torres-strait-islander-students

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