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Description

Engineering technological solutions to health and medical problems is a rapidly growing global field. Students gain fundamental knowledge in science and mathematics, engineering design paradigms and human biosciences, together with a technical specialisation in a chosen major in one of the two key domains: medical devices (micro and nano electro-mechanical sensing systems) or medical biomechanics (prostheses design).


Program learning outcomes

On successful completion of the program students will have:

  • Comprehensive, theory based understanding of engineering fundamentals and/or the underpinning natural and physical sciences as applicable to the engineering discipline.
  • Conceptual understanding of the mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences which underpin the engineering discipline.
  • In-depth understanding of specialist bodies of knowledge within the engineering discipline.
  • Discernment of knowledge development and research directions within the engineering discipline.
  • Knowledge of contextual factors impacting the engineering discipline.
  • Understanding of the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities and bounds of contemporary engineering practice in the specific discipline.
  • Application of established engineering methods to complex engineering problem solving.
  • Fluent application of engineering techniques, tools and resources.
  • Application of systematic engineering synthesis and design processes.
  • Application of systematic approaches to the conduct and management of engineering projects.
  • Ethical conduct and professional accountability.
  • Effective oral and/or written communication in professional and lay domains.
  • Creative, innovative and pro-active demeanour.
  • Professional use and management of information.
  • Orderly management of self and professional conduct.
  • Effective team membership and team leadership.

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Program code40369
AQF level

Level 8 Bachelor Honours Degree

Locations and UAC codes
Mode of delivery
  • Face to Face
Duration
  • Australian students - 4 years full-time or part-time equivalent.
  • International students - 4 years full-time.
Selection Rank
LocationSelection Rank
Callaghan Campus75.00-

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Recommended studiesHSC Mathematics Extension 1 or equivalent. Study of one science related subject would also be an advantage (Biology, Physics or Chemistry preferred).
Term typeSemesters
Fees
Relevant University rules and policies
CRICOS Code111378J

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Admission information

Admission requirements

Eligibility for admission to this program is based on applicants meeting the minimum selection rank, or satisfying the requirements for an approved admission scheme.

The University of Newcastle accepts a range of qualifications to determine eligibility for admission. These include, but are not limited to, Australian or overseas senior secondary qualifications (such as the HSC), prior tertiary studies, prior TAFE/VET studies, and completed enabling programs.

 

 

For further information on the pathways that are available to you, please refer to:

 

 

 

Enrolling in mathematics - Maths placement test

Your degree includes either compulsory or optional courses in maths. To maximise your likelihood of academic success, it is recommended that you select the course which matches your existing knowledge and understanding of maths concepts.

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English Language Requirements

All Applicants must demonstrate that they meet the University’s English proficiency requirement. Further information regarding English language proficiency requirements can be found at the English Language Proficiency for Admission Policy here.

  • IELTS Overall Minimum: 6
  • IELTS Sub Test Minimum: 6

Credit transfer

If you wish to apply for credit for studies completed at another institution, or if you are changing programs within the University and wish to transfer your credit to the new program, visit the University's credit website for more information on applying for credit.


Compulsory program requirements

Industrial Experience is a compulsory requirement of the program. It includes 4 weeks undertaken as part of your in program career-ready placement experience (ENGG3000), and an additional 8 weeks (totaling 12 weeks). Students are encouraged to obtain and to report on a substantial block of this experience at one time, but several shorter periods, of not less than 2 weeks duration, will be accepted. Further information on industrial experience is available here.

If you are enrolled concurrently in 2 single Bachelor (Honours) Engineering programs, you are required to complete 12 weeks Industrial Experience in total across either, or both, of the relevant Engineering Disciplines.


Academic requirements for program completion

Total units required

320 units

Program duration

4 years full-time or part-time equivalent up to 10 years maximum.

International students studying this program on campus are required to enrol full time to comply with their student visa requirements and complete their study in the standard minimum program duration. International students requiring enrolment advice should review the program plan corresponding to the semester and year of commencement and can contact their Program Advisor at ProgramAdvice@newcastle.edu.au

Program requirements

The Bachelor of Medical Engineering (Honours) is a four year program, students are required to complete 320 units, which is comprised of:

  • 130 units of core courses;
  • 30 units of courses HUBS courses: 20 units of compulsory courses and 10 units chosen from the HUBS Course List.
  • 150 units towards a major. Students can choose either:
    • Medical Devices Major: 150 units of compulsory courses OR
    • Medical Biomechanics Major: 140 units of compulsory courses and 10 units of courses chosen from the Course List;
  • 10 units of elective courses.

Notes:

1) No more than 120 units can be taken at 1000 level; and at least 40 units must be taken at each level from the 2000 level and above for this program.

2) Electives include any unrestricted courses offered within the university.

Mathematics Pathways

Students who do not meet the enrolment requisite for MATH1110 must take MATH1002. For these students MATH1002 will count for 10 units of electives.

  • Students wishing to undertake this program on a part-time basis are advised to contact the Program Convenor or Program Advisor (ProgramAdvice@newcastle.edu.au) for advice on optimum selection of courses for part-time enrolment.
  • Please note that if you undertake courses that are not in your approved program, you will be liable for additional fees for those courses. This is in addition to the fees associated with your normal program of study.

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Core

Complete the following core courses to fulfil the requirements of this program.

CodeTitleTerm / Location Units
ENGG1003Introduction to Procedural Programming
  • Semester 1 - 2024 (Callaghan)
  • Trimester 3 - 2024 (Singapore) (Singapore)
10 units
ENGG1500Introduction to Professional Engineering
  • Semester 1 - 2024 (BCA Singapore)
  • Semester 1 - 2024 (Callaghan)
  • Trimester 3 - 2024 (Singapore) (Singapore)
10 units
MATH1110Mathematics for Engineering, Science and Technology 1
  • Summer 2 - 2024 (Callaghan)
  • Semester 1 - 2024 (Callaghan)
  • Trimester 3 - 2024 (Singapore) (Singapore)
  • Semester 2 - 2024 (Callaghan)
10 units
MATH1120Mathematics for Engineering, Science and Technology 2
  • Summer 2 - 2024 (Callaghan)
  • Trimester 1 - 2024 (Singapore) (Singapore)
  • Semester 1 - 2024 (BCA Singapore)
  • Semester 1 - 2024 (Callaghan)
  • Semester 2 - 2024 (Callaghan)
10 units
ENGG2500Sustainable Engineering Practice
  • Trimester 3 - 2024 (Singapore) (Singapore)
  • Semester 2 - 2024 (Callaghan)
10 units
MATH2310Calculus of Science and Engineering
  • Trimester 1 - 2024 (Singapore) (Singapore)
  • Semester 1 - 2024 (Callaghan)
  • Semester 2 - 2024 (Callaghan)
10 units
ENGG3000Engineering Work Integrated LearningNot currently offered10 units
ENGG3500Managing Engineering Projects
  • Semester 1 - 2024 (BCA Singapore)
  • Semester 1 - 2024 (Callaghan)
  • Trimester 3 - 2024 (Singapore) (Singapore)
10 units
MENG3500Medical Engineering Regulatory Requirements and Quality Systems
  • Semester 1 - 2024 (Callaghan)
10 units
MENG3800Medical Engineering Research
  • Semester 2 - 2024 (Callaghan)
10 units
MENG4800AMedical Engineering Project A
  • Semester 1 - 2024 (Callaghan)
  • Semester 2 - 2024 (Callaghan)
10 units
MENG4800BMedical Engineering Project B
  • Semester 1 - 2024 (Callaghan)
  • Semester 2 - 2024 (Callaghan)
20 units

HUBS Course Lists

Compulsory Courses

Complete the following compulsory courses

CodeTitleTerm / Location Units
HUBS1403Biomedical Science Part 1
  • Semester 1 - 2024 (Callaghan)
  • Semester 1 - 2024 (Central Coast)
  • Semester 2 - 2024 (Singapore)
10 units
HUBS1404Biomedical Science Part 2
  • Semester 2 - 2024 (Callaghan)
  • Semester 2 - 2024 (Central Coast)
10 units
Course List

Choose 10 units from the following courses

CodeTitleTerm / Location Units
HUBS1105Musculoskeletal Anatomy
  • Semester 1 - 2024 (Callaghan)
10 units
HUBS1109Anatomy for Biomedical Science
  • Semester 2 - 2024 (Callaghan)
  • Semester 2 - 2024 (Singapore)
10 units

Majors

Medical Devices

Compulsory

Complete the following compulsory courses to fulfil the requirements of this major.

CodeTitleTerm / Location Units
ELEC1310Introduction to Electrical Engineering
  • Trimester 1 - 2024 (Singapore) (Singapore)
  • Semester 2 - 2024 (Callaghan)
10 units
ELEC1710Digital and Computer Electronics 1
  • Trimester 3 - 2024 (Singapore) (Singapore)
  • Semester 2 - 2024 (Callaghan)
10 units
PHYS1210Advanced Physics I
  • Semester 1 - 2024 (Callaghan)
  • Trimester 3 - 2024 (Singapore) (Singapore)
  • Semester 2 - 2024 (Callaghan)
10 units
PHYS1220Advanced Physics II
  • Trimester 1 - 2024 (Singapore) (Singapore)
  • Semester 2 - 2024 (Callaghan)
10 units
ELEC2320Electrical and Electronic Circuits
  • Semester 1 - 2024 (Callaghan)
  • Trimester 2 - 2024 (Singapore) (Singapore)
10 units
ELEC2430Circuits and Signals
  • Trimester 2 - 2024 (Singapore) (Singapore)
  • Semester 2 - 2024 (Callaghan)
10 units
ELEC2720Introduction to Embedded Computing
  • Trimester 1 - 2024 (Singapore) (Singapore)
  • Semester 1 - 2024 (Callaghan)
10 units
HUBS2505Human Pathophysiology
  • Semester 1 - 2024 (Callaghan)
  • Semester 1 - 2024 (Central Coast)
10 units
HUBS2507Integrative Physiology for Biomedical Science
  • Semester 2 - 2024 (Callaghan)
10 units
SENG2130Systems Analysis and Design
  • Semester 1 - 2024 (Callaghan)
  • Trimester 2 - 2024 (Singapore) (Singapore)
10 units
ELEC3240Analog Electronics
  • Trimester 1 - 2024 (Singapore) (Singapore)
  • Semester 2 - 2024 (Callaghan)
10 units
ELEC3730Digital and Computer Electronics 2
  • Semester 1 - 2024 (Callaghan)
10 units
MENG3200Medical Instrumentation and Actuation
  • Semester 2 - 2024 (Callaghan)
10 units
MENG3451Medical Imaging and Signal Processing
  • Semester 2 - 2024 (Callaghan)
10 units
MENG4210Medical and Industrial Electronic Product Design
  • Semester 1 - 2024 (Callaghan)
10 units

Medical Biomechanics

Compulsory

Complete the following compulsory courses to fulfil the requirements of this major.

CodeTitleTerm / Location Units
EXSS1040Functional Anatomy for Exercise Science
  • Semester 2 - 2024 (Callaghan)
  • Semester 2 - 2024 (Central Coast)
10 units
MECH1110Introduction to Mechanical Engineering Design
  • Trimester 1 - 2024 (Singapore) (Singapore)
  • Semester 1 - 2024 (Callaghan)
  • Trimester 3 - 2024 (Singapore) (Singapore)
10 units
MECH1750Engineering Materials 1
  • Trimester 1 - 2024 (Singapore) (Singapore)
  • Semester 2 - 2024 (Callaghan)
10 units
ENGG2100Engineering Risk and Uncertainty
  • Trimester 1 - 2024 (Singapore) (Singapore)
  • Semester 1 - 2024 (BCA Singapore)
  • Semester 1 - 2024 (Callaghan)
10 units
ENGG2300Engineering Fluid Mechanics
  • Trimester 2 - 2024 (Singapore) (Singapore)
  • Semester 2 - 2024 (BCA Singapore)
  • Semester 2 - 2024 (Callaghan)
10 units
ENGG2440Modelling and Control
  • Trimester 2 - 2024 (Singapore) (Singapore)
  • Semester 2 - 2024 (Callaghan)
10 units
EXSS2020Biomechanics
  • Semester 1 - 2024 (Central Coast)
10 units
MECH2110Mechanical Engineering Design 1
  • Semester 1 - 2024 (Callaghan)
  • Trimester 2 - 2024 (Singapore) (Singapore)
10 units
MECH2430Mechanics of Solids 1
  • Trimester 3 - 2024 (Singapore) (Singapore)
  • Semester 2 - 2024 (Callaghan)
10 units
EXSS3060Advanced Biomechanics
  • Semester 2 - 2024 (Central Coast)
10 units
MECH3720Thermodynamics
  • Trimester 1 - 2024 (Singapore) (Singapore)
  • Semester 2 - 2024 (Callaghan)
10 units
MENG3100Biomaterials and BioFluids
  • Semester 1 - 2024 (Callaghan)
10 units
MECH4410Mechanics of Solids 2 and FEA
  • Semester 1 - 2024 (Callaghan)
  • Trimester 2 - 2024 (Singapore) (Singapore)
10 units
MENG4100Implants and Assistive Technologies
  • Semester 1 - 2024 (Callaghan)
10 units
Course List

Choose 10 units from the following course list.

CodeTitleTerm / Location Units
CIVL1100Fundamentals of Engineering Mechanics
  • Trimester 3 - 2024 (Singapore) (Singapore)
  • Semester 2 - 2024 (Callaghan)
10 units
ELEC1310Introduction to Electrical Engineering
  • Trimester 1 - 2024 (Singapore) (Singapore)
  • Semester 2 - 2024 (Callaghan)
10 units
EXSS1050Fundamentals of Exercise and Sport Science Practice
  • Semester 1 - 2024 (Callaghan)
  • Semester 1 - 2024 (Central Coast)
10 units
EXSS1070Physical Activity and Exercise Across the Lifespan
  • Semester 2 - 2024 (Callaghan)
  • Semester 2 - 2024 (Central Coast)
10 units
EXSS1080Psychological, Nutritional and Injury Foundations for Exercise and Sport Science
  • Semester 2 - 2024 (Callaghan)
  • Semester 2 - 2024 (Central Coast)
10 units
HUBS1106Head and Neck Anatomy
  • Semester 2 - 2024 (Central Coast)
10 units
HUBS1107Neuroscience and Head and Neck Anatomy
  • Semester 2 - 2024 (Callaghan)
10 units
PHYS1210Advanced Physics I
  • Semester 1 - 2024 (Callaghan)
  • Trimester 3 - 2024 (Singapore) (Singapore)
  • Semester 2 - 2024 (Callaghan)
10 units
EXSS2080Growth, Development and AgeingNot currently offered10 units
MECH2360Dynamics of Machines
  • Semester 1 - 2024 (Callaghan)
  • Trimester 2 - 2024 (Singapore) (Singapore)
10 units

Electives

Electives 10 unit requirement

Complete 10 units of electives to fulfil the requirements of the program. Electives can be used to extend and complement your core studies with more courses in the same field of study, or from areas that might be of interest to you. Electives can be chosen from all courses available at the University that do not have any other conditions (such as a course requisite) applied to them.

10 units

Honours

The Bachelor of Medical Engineering (Honours) program uses the WAM as a measure for determining Honours. Please refer to the Bachelor Honours Policy for further detailed information.


Additional information

Through the Pathways and Academic Learning Support Centre, students can access a free suite of NUPrep preparation courses as well as Academic Learning Support.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students can draw on the assistance and support provided by the Indigenous Student Support and Development service through the Wollotuka Institute.


International students

All International Students enrolled in the program will be provided with an orientation to familiarise them with the rules, expectations, facilities and services offered by the University. Please visit our International Students website to find out more about the support services available to international students.


Additional support

AccessAbility provides advice and reasonable adjustments to Students with a medical or health condition or disability. If you require adjustments to undertake your program, contact the Student Support Advisors - AccessAbility before semester or early in the semester. They will work with the College or School to ensure that this happens in a timely manner.

Please note: All students must fulfil the inherent requirements of the programs and courses they are undertaking. While reasonable adjustments can be made, these adjustments cannot compromise academic integrity. It is the student's responsibility to check all the requirements of courses, and consider the effects of any medical condition or disability on their ability to complete course requirements. More information is available online.

Bachelor of Medical Engineering (Honours)

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