Master of Engineering (Biomedical)

Admission requirements

Applicants normally must hold with an average grade of credit or higher:

the Flinders University Graduate Diploma in Engineering Science (specialisation B1-B3) or
equivalent progress in the Master of Engineering Science or
a relevant Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Engineering Technology, Bachelor of Engineering Science or
an equivalent overseas qualification.

Students without such a qualification should apply for the Graduate Diploma in Engineering Science.

The Dean (Education) may, under certain circumstances and subject to specific conditions, admit others who can show evidence of fitness for candidature.

Students who have completed a relevant Washington Accord accredited Bachelor of Engineering with honours or have passed the same topics in a Flinders University Master of Engineering Science may receive up to 36 units of credit towrds the Master of Engineering degree.

Accreditation Note

This program is provisionally accredited by Engineers Australia at the level of professional engineer. Full accreditation is normally granted when the first cohort of students graduate from the program.

Professional engineering courses accredited by Engineers Australia are recognised internationally under the Washington Accord. Once fully accredited, graduates will meet the academic requirements for attaining chartered professional engineering status.

Course aims

The course has been designed to provide graduates with:

a strong foundation in both the theoretical and the practical aspects of biomedical engineering systems
an awareness of social, economic, cultural and environmental aspects of biomedical engineering
an ability to critically analyse and evaluate information and solve problems
an understanding of professional and ethical responsibilities and a commitment to them
the ability to work and interact professionally as an individual and as a member of multi-disciplinary teams
an ability to undertake research in engineering
an understanding of the need to undertake lifelong learning and the capacity to do so
preparation for future management roles.

The course provides the foundations that will underpin ongoing professional development, preparing graduates for further study or for a career in an engineering related field or in other areas where the range of skills and knowledge acquired is needed or desirable.

Learning outcomes

On completion of the award, students will be able to:

competently use professional skills and knowledge in the systematic development of complex biomedical engineering systems
demonstrate a deeper understanding of some areas of biomedical engineering
apply their skills and knowledge in a professionally responsible manner
communicate effectively with other engineers and the wider global community using a wide range of communication technologies
work professionally as an individual and in a team
understand and describe the processes through which current knowledge has been developed
develop engineering solutions appropriate to the social, political, international, economic and environmental contexts in which they are applied
engage in the process of continuing learning needed to retain the necessary level of professional skills and knowledge in the area of biomedical engineering
demonstrate knowledge of the research process, and be able to conduct research in engineering
contribute successfully to project management
plan and execute a research project, applying relevant methodologies and knowledge
apply research skills appropriate to postgraduate research or advanced industrial investigation.

Program of study

To qualify for the Master of Engineering (Biomedical), a student must complete 72 units with a grade of P or NGP or better in each topic, according to the program of study below.

Students who have completed 36 units of the Master of Engineering (Biomedical) will be deemed eligible to exit with the award of Graduate Diploma in Engineering (Biomedical)

Core - Year 1 topics

36 units comprising:

ENGR3750 Workplace Preparation** (0 units)
ENGR8732  Biomechanics GE (4.5 units)
ENGR8742  Biomedical Instrumentation GE (4.5 units)
ENGR9704 Project Management and Innovation (4.5 units)
ENGR9721 Control Systems GE (4.5 units)
ENGR9741  Physiological Measurement GE (4.5 units)
ENGR9742  Standards, Ethics and Compliance (4.5 units)

Plus either:

ENGR8771 Electronic Circuits GE (4.5 units) AND
ENGR9821 Signal Processing GE (4.5 units)

ENGR8791 Mechanics and Structures GE (4.5 units)

Plus one of:

ENGR8801 Fluid Mechanics GE (4.5 units)
ENGR9811 Solid Mechanics GE (4.5 units)

Core - Year 2 topics

36 units comprising:

ENGR7781 Innovation in Medical Devices (4.5 units)
ENGR9403 Engineering Work Experience ** (0 units)

Plus either***

ENGR9700A  Masters Thesis (4.5/18 units) AND
ENGR9700B  Masters Thesis (4.5/18 units) AND
ENGR9700C  Masters Thesis (4.5/18 units) AND
ENGR9700D  Masters Thesis (4.5/18 units)

Plus 13.5 units of option topics*

ENGR9710A Masters Project (4.5/9 units) AND
ENGR9710B Masters Project (4.5/9 units)

Plus 22.5 units of option topics*

*Option topics must be selected from Table A, at least half of which must be chosen from those labelled as biomedical (Group B).

** Students who can demonstrate equivalent work experience may be exempted this topic. ENGR9403 may be taken any time after the student has completed 36 units of MEng study.

***The Masters Thesis can only be taken by students who have achieved a credit average. Students are advised to discuss thesis ideas with suitable supervisors before selecting this option. Note that students who wish to use their Masters qualification to satisfy entry into a Flinders University research higher degree program are required to have completed an 18 unit thesis.

Students who have already completed studies with considerable overlap with topics listed above should choose alternative topics in discussion with the Director of Studies.