Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Biomedical Engineering)
- Commencing Terms
- Term 1, 2 & 3
- Duration
- 4 Year(s)
- Delivery Mode
- Face-to-face (includes blended)
- Campus
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Kensington
- Codes
- UAC code coming soon
- Program code 3707
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2025 Indicative first year full fee
- $8,000*
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2025 Indicative full fee to complete degree
- $36,500*
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2025 Indicative first year full fee
- $58,500*
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2025 Indicative full fee to complete degree
- $253,500*
Fees
Fees
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Practical experience
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Specialised curriculum
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In-demand skills
- Overview
- Entry requirements
- What will I study?
- Future careers
- Double degrees
- How to apply
- Fees & Scholarships
Overview
Have a passion for combining human biology with technology? Join Australia’s #1 Engineering Faculty at the School of Biomedical Engineering, to develop innovative health solutions for society.
With our new Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Biomedical Engineering), you’ll graduate with a versatile skill set and make a meaningful impact for people with disabilities and health conditions by creating innovative technologies. In this program, you’ll use your engineering knowledge to apply the latest developments in robotics, computing and nanotechnology to medicine. This could involve developing systems to maintain and enhance life, designing body parts and artificial organs, or creating and manufacturing medical devices.
You’ll graduate with comprehensive experience and knowledge in biomedical engineering and be empowered to apply your expertise across the engineering and healthcare industries.
Key features
- Gain hands-on experience
Put theory to practice. You’ll gain hands-on experience by learning alongside healthcare and industry professionals through UNSW’s leading partnerships and specialised work placements.
- Develop in-demand skills
In a fast-evolving sector, the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Biomedical Engineering) will equip you with the essential skills to thrive in both the engineering and healthcare fields. Your broad skillset will span biomaterials, bioinformatics, biomedical device engineering and more across engineering, biology and medicine.
- Connect with students and academics alike
Build your networks through the ChallENG Program. Connect with leading academics, not-for-profits, companies and researchers to innovate practical solutions to real-world challenges.
Why study this degree at UNSW?
Join Australia’s leading Engineering and Technology faculty
Kickstart your career in Biomedical Engineering with UNSW to deliver advanced solutions across the healthcare and engineering sectors. We're ranked #1 in Australia and #25 globally for Engineering and Technology. As well as this, all of UNSW's Engineering schools are ranked in the global top 50 with two schools ranked in the global top 10 for Engineering subjects (QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2025).
Access world-class biomedical facilities
Gain access to our advanced biomedical facilities, including our ISO Class 7 cleanroom, implantable bionics laboratories, an electronics and bioinstrumentation design laboratory, surgical facilities and access to the new UNSW Health Translation Hub.
Establish industry connections
Form industry connections via our School of Biomedical Engineering’s industry partnerships with leading health organisations like the Australian Institute of Sport and Australian Heart Foundation.
Become one of Australia's most employable graduates
UNSW is known for its graduate employability, with UNSW awarded the Most Employable students for six years in a row (Australian Financial Review (AFR) Top100 Future Leaders Awards, 2020-2025).
Want to see more from UNSW Engineering?
The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Biomedical Engineering) will launch in Term 1 2026 for domestic applicants and therefore, no prior Admissions information is available.
Assumed knowledge
Mathematics Extension 1, Physics.
Adjustment Factors
We offer a range of adjustment factor schemes that reward students for academic performance and extra-curricular achievements. These schemes also take into account a range of personal and educational disadvantages that may have affected your studies.
HSC Plus
This scheme rewards students who perform well in Year 12 subjects that are relevant to their preferred UNSW degree. You may be awarded up to five points.
Elite Athletes, Performers and Leaders (EAPL)
This program recognises achievements in the areas of sport, academia, leadership and music at an elite level. You may be eligible for up to five points.
Educational Access Scheme (EAS), opens in a new window
Factors such as illness, financial hardship, language difficulties or attending a particular school can mean you don't always get the best possible marks in Years 11 and 12. If one of these situations applies to you, submit an application for the Educational Access Scheme (EAS) via UAC. Eligible students can receive between 1 and 10 points towards their chosen UNSW degree.
Admission pathways
This degree is eligible for admission through our Portfolio Entry Early Conditional Offer Scheme. Complete a submission to demonstrate your passion and performance in relevant subjects. Successful applicants will receive an early conditional offer with an adjusted ATAR entry requirement.
English language requirements
You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on your educational background and citizenship. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.
If you’re completing an Australian Year 12 qualification (e.g. NSW HSC or equivalent), you do not need to provide anything extra to prove your proficiency. Your qualification will be used as evidence of your English proficiency.
If you do need to provide evidence of your English proficiency, this will be indicated in your application. You can prove this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:
- English language tests and university English courses
- Prior study in the medium of English
- Other qualifications
If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, UNSW College’s Academic English Programs are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.
For more details, visit the English Language Requirements page.
International direct entry
| Qualifications | Direct entry requirement |
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International ATAR
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85.0
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| UNSW Foundation Studies GPA |
7.5
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Great Britain General Certificate of Education (GCE A levels)
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11.0
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International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB)
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32.0
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Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) (after 2016)
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1210.0
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We do not accept secondary qualifications from this country. We may accept tertiary study results, please contact us for more information.
Please contact us for direct entry requirements.
Admission pathways
If you do not meet the requirements for direct entry into your chosen degree, you may be eligible for a pathway program with UNSW College. UNSW College provides alternative entry options using university-approved content so that you can start your UNSW journey with confidence.
English language requirements
You may be asked to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study at UNSW depending on whether you are from an English-speaking background or non-English speaking background. English language skills are vitally important for coping with lectures, tutorials, assignments and examinations - this is why UNSW requires a minimum English language competency for enrolment.
If English is not your first language, you’ll need to provide proof of your English proficiency before you can be given an offer to study at UNSW. You can do this by providing evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:
- English language tests and university English courses
- Prior study in the medium of English
- Other qualifications
If you need to improve your English skills before you start your degree, UNSW College’s Academic English Programs are for you. The programs are suitable for various English levels and help you prepare for university studies and life in Australia.
For more details, visit the English Language Requirements page.
Check the specific English language requirements for this program
Program structure
The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Biomedical Engineering) is a four-year degree with a focus on building practical experience through specialised work placements and industry projects.
You’ll explore a variety of courses including bioinformatics, medical device design and tissue engineering. You’ll gain foundational knowledge in biology, engineering principles and medicine throughout your degree and develop a multifaceted skill set to accelerate your career after graduation. This degree can also act as an entry point to move into further engineering and healthcare professions.
You’ll study the following areas:
Biocompatibility
Biomedical data analysis
Biomaterials
Biosensors
Cell and materials technologies
Computing for engineers
Electrical circuit fundamentals
Engineering design
Mechanics of the human body
Physiology
Full program structure
Your course selections and timetable will shape your degree structure. To give you an idea, consider the sample program structure below.
First year
You'll study introductory courses within mathematics, physics and chemistry.
You can also study an introductory course related to your chosen specialisation. These will provide you with the necessary skills for your Engineering degree.
All students study DESN1000 Introduction to Engineering Design and Innovation, where you’ll learn how to develop forward-thinking solutions with limited time, budget and resources.
Second year
You'll study core courses in your chosen specialisation to build your foundational knowledge, as well as choosing from a range of electives in your area of interest.
Third and fourth year
You’ll expand your depth of knowledge with a variety of core and elective courses.
All students must also complete the equivalent of 60 days of relevant industrial training as part of your degree ensuring you develop critical professional and technical skills to succeed in your future career.
Throughout your degree, you’ll need to complete two General Education electives. These will help you diversify your understanding by completing several courses outside the engineering faculty, to build your multidisciplinary thinking, create a flexible approach and improve your critical thinking.
Future careers
Biomedical engineers combine engineering techniques with medical science to create and develop medical-related devices, equipment or software to aid in diagnosis, analysis and rehabilitation. This may include conducting research to improve bionic implants for people or developing connected health solutions to monitor and diagnose diseases.
As a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Biomedical Engineering) graduate, you’ll be prepared to solve healthcare challenges to improve the quality of human life. Your flexible skill set will ensure you’re well equipped to work across engineering, health or technology industries in hospitals, government bodies, industry or academic areas.
Biomedical engineering employment opportunities include:
- Biomedical engineer
- Biomedical engineering consultant
- Cell and tissue engineer
- Clinical engineer
- Field service engineer
- Healthcare data engineer
- Healthcare technology manager
- Rehabilitation engineer
- Research and development
Accreditation
Accreditation by Engineers Australia will be sought for this degree.
Our alumni
“UNSW Biomedical Engineering has given me all the core technical and practical knowledge and experience that I needed to get to this point.”
Daneh Turner
Regional Research Manager ANZ, GE Healthcare
Double degrees
Combine your talents and passions to open future opportunities suited to your unique strengths. Despite the name, double degrees are not double the workload! You'll study core courses in two areas of expertise, graduating with two qualifications in less time than it takes to complete two consecutive degrees.
Double your knowledge, skills, and career options with the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and:
- Advanced Mathematics (Honours)
- Advanced Science (Honours)
- Arts
- Commerce
- Computer Science
- Engineering Science
- Fine Arts
- Law
- Science
- Master of Biomedical Engineering*
*Double Degree only available with some Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) specialisations.
How to apply
Applications for undergraduate study from domestic students (Australian citizens, Australian permanent residents, Australian permanent humanitarian visa holders and New Zealand citizens) are processed by the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC).
Visit the Apply section of the UAC website, opens in a new window and you can nominate up to five degrees in order of preference, with the first being your most desired degree and university.
On-time applications for admission usually close at the end of September each year for Term 1 admission. Late applications can be submitted, but a late fee will apply. For study starting in Term 1, the majority of offers are made in December and January. Visit the UAC website, opens in a new window for key dates for admission outside of Term 1.
Ready to start your application?
For most international students, applications are submitted via our Apply Online service. We encourage you to submit your completed application as early as possible to ensure it will be processed in time for your preferred term.
Some high-demand programs with limited places, may have an earlier application deadline or may have an earlier commencement date. For more information visit our international applicant information page.
*If you are an international student studying an Australian qualification, go to the Universities Admission Centre (UAC), opens in a new window for application and UAC key dates. Note: If you are under 18 years of age, you need to make special arrangements. Read more.
Ready to start your application?
Fees & Scholarships
Commonwealth Supported Place: Student Contribution Band 2
*The student contribution for a Commonwealth Supported Place is an indication only of the amount payable in Year 1 based on a standard full-time load of 48 credit points (1.0 EFTSL). The actual student contribution you will be liable for depends on your individual program of study and the calendar year in which you enrol. Actual fees are calculated upon enrolment. Student contribution amounts are subject to annual review by the university and may increase each year during your studies (subject to caps determined by the Australian Government), effective at the start of each calendar year.
The indicative fees listed here are based on an estimated average and are for tuition only - other fees and charges are not included.
*Fees are subject to annual review by the University and may increase annually, with the new fees effective from the start of each calendar year. The indicative fees listed here are based on an estimated average and are for tuition only, other fees and charges are not included. The amount you pay will vary depending on the calendar year to enrol, the courses you select and whether your study load is more or less than 1 Equivalent Full Time Student Load (8 courses per year).
Indicative fees are a guide for comparison only based on current conditions and available data. You should not rely on indicative fees. More information on fees can be found at the UNSW fees website.
Indicative fees to complete the program have been calculated based on a percentage increase for every year of the program. Fee increases are assessed annually and may exceed the indicative figures listed here.
Indicative fees to complete the program include tuition plus an estimate of study-related costs of approximately $1,000 per year. To find out more about other costs, visit UNSW International.
Scholarships
At UNSW, we award over $83 million in scholarships each year. We pride ourselves on rewarding excellence and making university accessible to students from all walks of life. Whether you’re a domestic or international student, our range of scholarships, prizes and awards can support your journey.
Featured scholarships
Women in Engineering Scholarships
UNSW provides a wide range of Women in Engineering scholarships to support high-achieving female students throughout their degree.
Apply here and search for ‘Engineering’ in the keywords.
Engineering Rural Scholarship
The Faculty of Engineering Rural Scholarships Program aims to assist high achieving high school students from rural or isolated areas to study in the Faculty of Engineering at UNSW.
Apply here and search for ‘Engineering’ in the keywords.
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