Electronic Engineering/Biomedical Engineering
This course information is for local students only
Year
2010
Award
Bachelor of Electronic Engineering and Master of Biomedical Engineering
Length
5.5 years full-time (5 years in an accelerated program) or part-time equivalent
Campuses
Melbourne
Course description
This course is designed for students interested in biomedical, paramedical and healthcare technologies and those who are planning a career in biomedical engineering. It offers a unique combination of undergraduate and Master's-level studies. Students receive substantial training in the life sciences, as well as in formal vocational training to postgraduate level in biomedical engineering. Students must perform at a satisfactory level in the third and fourth years to continue in the concurrent program.
Students can access the Faculty Industry Cadetship Program and mentoring programs, which vary by course and campus. Visit Faculty website for more details.
Course structure
First-year studies include introductory electronics, mathematics, programming for engineers, physics, and an electronic engineering design project. Later-year studies include applied management for engineers, biomedical engineering, clinical engineering, modern applied statistics, and a major project.
Handbook
Major areas of study
Biology, physiology, electronics and mathematics, physics, science. The biomedical specialisation commences in third year and continues through to fifth year.
Overseas study opportunities
Overseas study opportunities are available.
Please see
www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange
for more information
Application
VTAC
Fee type
Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)
Scholarships
Applicants who are Australian citizens or who hold permanent humanitarian visas are eligible for a range of University-wide scholarships, including Commonwealth Scholarships. For details please see http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scholarships/prospective/uniwide/index.htmlMiddle Band
Successful completion of Physics or Specialist Mathematics facilitates an additional 1.5 points per study.
Selection
ENTER 79.95
Extra requirements
Mature-Age Entry: Multiple Choice STAT and other requirements. Call 1300 135 045 for more information.
Non-Year 12 applicants may complete the VTAC Pi form, and may also be required to complete a maths test or bridging program. Contact (03) 9479 2591 or sci.tech@latrobe.edu.au for more information.
Prerequisites
VCE Units 3 & 4: Study score of at least 25 in English (ESL), or 20 in any other English and a at least 25 in Mathematical Methods (either) or at least 20 in Specialist Mathematics.
Semester starts
Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Career opportunities
Graduates are employed in high-technology areas such as medical imaging and monitoring, life-support systems and clinical engineering.
Professional recognition
This course is accredited by Engineers Australia.
Course URL
http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scitecheng/prospective/undergraduate.html
Contact information
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T (03) 9479 1283
All students may pay a
Voluntary General Service Fee.
Most international students must pay for
Overseas Student Health Cover