Electrical and Biomedical Engineering Dual Major
Part of the Bachelors of Engineering (Honours) / Computer Science program
Commencing semesters, 2020
Semester 1
Semester 2
Program level
Undergraduate
Program code
2428
Faculty
Engineering, Architecture & Information Technology
School
School of Information Tech & Elec Engineering
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Enquiries
Australian/domestic students
Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Information Technology
Email: enquiries@eait.uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3365 4777
International students
International Student Advisor
Email: study@uq.edu.au
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Why study Electrical and Biomedical Engineering?
New discoveries and developments in biology and medicine have led to the rapid change and growth of biotechnology research and industry. Biomedical Engineering bridges the gap between technology, medicine and biology. It integrates physical, chemical, mathematical and computational sciences and engineering principles with the ultimate aim of improving health care. The degree commences with a broad foundation of preparatory courses in engineering, mathematics, biology and physics, followed by more advanced coursework and laboratory training, combining engineering analysis and design techniques with biology and physiology of cells and organisations. The program is project-focussed including a full-year project in fourth year to develop individual design and research skills, an approach valued by employers. Graduates of biomedical engineering may be involved in the design, construction and development of health and monitoring devices and computers, diagnostic systems and therapeutic systems. They may also work with models of physiological function and prosthetics and implants.
What you can study
The dual major in Electrical and Biomedical Engineering commences with a broad foundation of preparatory courses in engineering, mathematics, biology and physics. This is followed by more advanced coursework and laboratory training, combining engineering analysis and design techniques with biology and physiology of cells and organisms. In the second and third years, students explore group, design-oriented laboratory experiences. The fourth year involves further coursework and a two-semester project to develop students' individual design and research skills. Advanced electives provide opportunities to specialise in instrumentation or signal and image processing.
Courses and requirements
View the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Electrical and Biomedical Engineering dual major.
Employment opportunities
As a biomedical engineer, you may be involved in the design, construction and development of health and monitoring devices or computers, diagnostic systems (such as CT, MRI and ultrasound), and therapeutic systems (such as surgical lasers and tissue engineering).You could also work with models of physiological function (such as a virtual heart), and with prosthetics and implants (such as cardiac pacemakers, defibrillators and artificial organs). Employment opportunities include hospitals, biotechnology companies, medical equipment manufacturers, research institutes, and government health departments.
What it costs
Please view the Bachelors of Engineering (Honours) / Computer Science for indicative fees.
How to apply
Please view the Bachelors of Engineering (Honours) / Computer Science for information on key dates and how to apply.