Biomedical engineering

Why study Biomedical engineering?

First-rate healthcare and the prevention of disease are 21st century priorities.

Biomedical engineers design and develop technology that leads to better healthcare, including patient monitoring systems for operating theatres and intensive care subjects, computerised medical imaging and monitoring, artificial organs, neural prostheses and life-support systems.

Our flexible program allows you to complete a single undergraduate degree or combine your undergraduate degree with a Master's in biomedical engineering or electronic engineering in five or five and a half years.

Career opportunities

Graduates can find work in biotechnology and biomedical equipment, hospital safety and equipment management, computer and information technology, consumer electronics, home and games entertainment, defence and security, telecommunications, wireless systems and the automotive industry.

Our courses are accredited by Engineers Australia.

Courses

Local students

Biomedical engineering courses
Offer yearCourse titleCampus(es)DurationSemester starts
2013 Bachelor of Electronic Engineering Melbourne
4 years full-time or up to 8 years part-time. Semester 1 (March)

Bachelor of Electronic Engineering continued…

Course description
Modern electronic engineering creates sophisticated instruments and devices for use in all branches of physical and biological sciences, in engineering and manufacturing, and in the home. This course focuses on the electronic systems we use daily - from simple circuits to complex devices and expensive biomedical equipment in hospitals. It also aims to give students an appreciation of the role of engineers in the community, and an awareness of the social and environmental effects of their decisions.

The curriculum provides a broad introduction to electronics, with the opportunity to specialise in sustainability in energy production, or biomedical, microelectronic, optical or electronic systems engineering.

Students can also access the Faculty's industry experience and student support programs.
Prerequisite
VCE Units 3 & 4: English (any) and either Mathematical Methods or Specialist Mathematics.
Extra requirements
Guaranteed Entry (Year 12 applicants only): applicants with an ATAR of 70 or above receive a first-round offer; those with lower ATARs are considered through normal selection processes.
Non-Year 12 selectionmay be based on ATAR, VTAC Personal History online, GPA, STAT Multiple Choice.

Non-Year 12 applicants must complete and submit a VTAC Personal History online if they wish other information to be considered during the selection process. This may include information such as work experience or reasons for applying. Applicants may wish to provide other documentation in support of their application. They may also be asked to complete a maths test.

For more information about VTAC Personal History online please visit our Extra Requirements page.
Selection
ATAR (2013)
Melbourne: 61.65

Middle band
Successful completion of Physics or Specialist Mathematics facilitates an additional 1.5 aggregate points for each area of study. Performance in prerequisite studies is also considered.
Fee type
Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)
Additional information
Students must complete at least 12 weeks' certified practical experience to be deemed to have completed the course. This is usually undertaken during the vacation following third or fourth year, but may be done at the end of final year.
How to apply
VTAC
Professional recognition
The degree is accredited by Engineers Australia. Graduates with a biomedical engineering specialty can apply for registration with the Biomedical College of Engineers Australia after holding a position of professional responsibility within biomedical engineering.
Full course details
Course structures and subject information for the following cours(es):
Electronic EngineeringMelbourne

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Fees and scholarships

Undergraduate courses are Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) for eligible Australian and New Zealand citizens. The domestic fee calculator can be used to calculate the cost of subjects this year.

There is also a wide range of scholarships available for local students. 

International students

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Biomedical engineering international courses
Offer yearCourse title (CRICOS)Campus(es)DurationSemester startsAnnual Tuition Fee (AUD)
2013 Bachelor of Electronic Engineering (006275B) Melbourne
4 years Semester 1 (March) $25 060

Bachelor of Electronic Engineering continued…

Year
2013
Course description
Modern electronic engineering creates sophisticated instruments and devices for use in all branches of physical and biological sciences, in engineering and manufacturing, and in the home. This course focuses on the electronic systems we use daily - from simple circuits to complex devices and expensive biomedical equipment in hospitals. It also aims to give students an appreciation of the role of engineers in the community, and an awareness of the social and environmental effects of their decisions.

The curriculum provides a broad introduction to electronics, with the opportunity to specialise in sustainability in energy production, or biomedical, microelectronic, optical or electronic systems engineering.

Students can also access the Faculty's industry experience and student support programs.
English Language Requirements
IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with no individual band score less than 6.0;

TOEFL Paper-based Test - a minimum overall score of 550 with a score of 5 or more in the Test of Written English;

TOEFL Internet-based Test - a minimum overall score of 60 with a minimum for SLR 18; W 22;

Satisfactory completion of the English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B (EFS5 UG minimum 60 per cent) which is available from La Trobe Melbourne; for more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.

La Trobe Melbourne Foundation Studies: 60 per cent final result in a course;

English as the language of instruction in tertiary studies may be accepted. Please note: English as the language of instruction in previous study will not be accepted as a basis of admission (English) for courses where the approved test score requirement is above an IELTS 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.0.

Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE): a minimum score of 57 with no communicative skill score less than 50.

Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): a grade of B or higher.

Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): a pass grade of C or higher;

or approved international equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
LTM Foundation Studies - 60
Aust. Yr 12 (ATAR) 2012 (indicative only) - 60.2
International Baccalaureate - 24
GCE A Levels - 8
Hong Kong A Levels - 6
HKDSE - 2 x Level 4
Sri Lankan A Levels - CCC
STPM - 8
MICSS (UEC) - 4.5
Canada Secondary School (or CPU) - 60
Norway Upper Secondary Certificate - 3.5
Sweden Slutbetyg - G
All Indian Sen SC (Best 5 Subjects) - 65
Vietnam (Year 12) - 8
Indonesia (SMA) - 8
GAC Cert. IV - GPA 2.3
GAOKAO - see: the website

If you do not meet these entry requirements you might be interested in La Trobe's Foundation Studies and Diploma Programs, which provide an alternative pathway to La Trobe's undergraduate program. For more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.
Special requirements
Students are required to complete at least 12 weeks of certified practical experience. This is usually undertaken during vacation following third or fourth year, but it may be done at the conclusion of final year. International applicants are advised to ensure they have the correct visa to undertake this work placement.
Subject prerequisite
Mathematics determined to be equivalent to the Australian VCE Units 3 & 4 Mathematical Methods (CAS) or Specialist Mathematics and English (any).
Additional information
This course may be offered in 2013 subject to CRICOS approval. International students need to check the course status before making an application.
Students with Advanced Standing (credit) may commence in Semester 2 (July).
Professional recognition
The course is accredited by Engineers Australia. Graduates with a biomedical engineering specialty can apply for registration with the College of Biomedical Engineers (Engineers Australia), after holding a position of professional responsibility in biomedical engineering.
Full course details
Course structures and subject information for the following cours(es):
Electronic EngineeringMelbourne

How to apply?

Enquire now about any course for international students or find out how to apply.

Fees and scholarships

Estimated fees for international students are indicated for each course above. Fees are indicative only and set at 120 credit points per course, unless otherwise stated, and may vary depending on the number of credit points in which students enrol. Some courses may vary in credit point load and fees will be adjusted accordingly.

There is also a range of scholarships available for international students to assist students.

Biomedical engineering placements

The industry cadetship program allows you to gain paid workplace experience between semesters, giving you the chance to build on your skills and build your career. See cadetship program.

Overseas study opportunities

Gain valuable overseas experience by studying with one of our global exchange partners. La Trobe has partnerships with over 100 universities in more than 30 countries in Asia, Europe, and North and South America. See education abroad.

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