Flinders University
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Biomedical Engineering)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationGet the skills to investigate, plan, design, manufacture and maintain systems and equipment that are used in all aspects of health care. You will gain a solid education in both engineering and medical science, along with important practical skills and the ability to work as part of an effective team.
Delivery mode
Flinders University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- 1284 South Road, Clovelly Park
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
SACE stage two specialist mathematics or mathematical methods or equivalent.
Assumed knowledge
Knowledge of SACE stage two physics or equivalent is assumed.
Recent secondary education
If you’ve finished Year 12 (and do not have more than 2 years of higher education study), or are currently studying Year 12 and complete the SACE/IB (or interstate equivalent) you are eligible to compete for uni entry via your Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR). View the ATAR information for Flinders University.
Previous higher education study
If you have completed the equivalent of at least one semester (full-time) but no more than the equivalent of two years (full-time) of a higher education course you may be considered for entry to most courses on the basis of your higher education results or any other qualifications that meet the University's entry requirements (eg Year 12 results or VET qualifications).
If you have completed more than the equivalent of two years (full-time) of a higher education course you will normally be considered for entry on the basis of your higher education results only.
Vocational education and training (VET)
If you have TAFE/VET qualifications (Cert 3 or higher) you are eligible to apply. Note, admission is competitive and most courses require higher than Certificate 3 level for admission.
- TAFElink – Guaranteed entry to selected courses. To be eligible for TAFElink you must have completed a TAFE/VET Certificate 4 or higher.
- Dual offer pathways - Flinders University together with TAFE SA offer over 45 dual offer pathways in various disciplines.
- Credit transfer - Many Flinders University courses will grant credit for previous TAFE/VET study.
Do you have work and life experience?
If you have not had the opportunity to gain access to university by traditional means there are these options.
- Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) – A 2-hour multiple choice test with no areas of assumed knowledge. You can choose your STAT sitting day and time when you submit your SATAC application, or you can register to sit outside application periods. Depending on the course you apply for you may be eligible to submit a personal competencies statement.
- Flinders Foundation Studies Program – This no-cost course will give you the foundation to be a successful university student. Upon successful completion, you'll gain guaranteed entry to a range of our courses, as well as a competitive entry rank to the majority of our other courses.
- Year 12 qualifications – If you completed Year 12 more than two years ago you can still use your results to compete for a place, providing you have not completed more than the equivalent of two years (full-time) of a higher education course.
- Military pathways - The Military Academic Pathway Program (MAPP) is open to Australian Defence Force veterans, including personnel still serving, those in the process of transition, and for people who have already left the military. Upon successful completion, students may apply to commence a Flinders University degree.
English language requirements
- IELTS: Overall 6.0
- Pearson: Overall 50
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
SACE stage two specialist mathematics or mathematical methods or equivalent.
Assumed knowledge
Knowledge of SACE stage two physics or equivalent is assumed.
Recent secondary education
If you’ve finished Year 12 (and do not have more than 2 years of higher education study), or are currently studying Year 12 and complete the SACE/IB (or interstate equivalent) you are eligible to compete for uni entry via your Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR). View the ATAR information for Flinders University.
Previous higher education study
If you have completed the equivalent of at least one semester (full-time) but no more than the equivalent of two years (full-time) of a higher education course you may be considered for entry to most courses on the basis of your higher education results or any other qualifications that meet the University's entry requirements (eg Year 12 results or VET qualifications).
If you have completed more than the equivalent of two years (full-time) of a higher education course you will normally be considered for entry on the basis of your higher education results only.
Vocational education and training (VET)
If you have TAFE/VET qualifications (Cert 3 or higher) you are eligible to apply. Note, admission is competitive and most courses require higher than Certificate 3 level for admission.
- TAFElink – Guaranteed entry to selected courses. To be eligible for TAFElink you must have completed a TAFE/VET Certificate 4 or higher.
- Dual offer pathways - Flinders University together with TAFE SA offer over 45 dual offer pathways in various disciplines.
- Credit transfer - Many Flinders University courses will grant credit for previous TAFE/VET study.
Do you have work and life experience?
If you have not had the opportunity to gain access to university by traditional means there are these options.
- Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) – A 2-hour multiple choice test with no areas of assumed knowledge. You can choose your STAT sitting day and time when you submit your SATAC application, or you can register to sit outside application periods. Depending on the course you apply for you may be eligible to submit a personal competencies statement.
- Flinders Foundation Studies Program – This no-cost course will give you the foundation to be a successful university student. Upon successful completion, you'll gain guaranteed entry to a range of our courses, as well as a competitive entry rank to the majority of our other courses.
- Year 12 qualifications – If you completed Year 12 more than two years ago you can still use your results to compete for a place, providing you have not completed more than the equivalent of two years (full-time) of a higher education course.
- Military pathways - The Military Academic Pathway Program (MAPP) is open to Australian Defence Force veterans, including personnel still serving, those in the process of transition, and for people who have already left the military. Upon successful completion, students may apply to commence a Flinders University degree.
English language requirements
- IELTS: Overall 6.0
- Pearson: Overall 50
Course fees
$28,128
$163,600
Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Biomedical Engineering) will prepare you for the following roles.
Biomedical Engineer
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Clinical Engineer
A Clinical Engineer ensures that medical equipment in healthcare settings operates safely and effectively. You might work in hospitals, clinics, or...
Tissue Engineer
Tissue Engineers are at the leading edge of medical research and regenerative technologies such as stem cells and soft robotics. They use biomateri...
Paper Mill Worker
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About Flinders University
For over 50 years, Flinders has been a centre of inspiring achievement: from our pioneering research and excellence in teaching to the positive impact we have in the communities we serve.
Inspiration leads to innovation. But innovation is more than just a buzzword at Flinders.
It extends from our founding Vice-Chancellor Peter Karmel’s entreaty to ‘experiment and experiment bravely’ through to the creative, trailblazing work of our staff, students and alumni.
As we enter an era of disruptive change and remarkable technological innovation, Flinders is well prepared for this unpredictable, exciting future.
Our strong network of external links keeps our work dynamic, enabling us to connect across barriers to create enterprising solutions for the future, to make a difference by changing lives and, ultimately, the world.