Biomedical engineers design a wide range of devices like cardiac monitors, clinical computers, artificial hearts, wheelchairs and artificial tendons and limbs. Increasingly complex technology is used in medical roles, and there is growing demand for technically skilled people who can design and improve devices and who understand the relationship between technology and clinical medicine. You'll study electronics, mechanical, chemical and materials engineering and biomedical sciences. You'll develop problem-solving and communication skills to help you think critically and independently. You'll come up with innovative ways to apply science and engineering to biomedical and health care.

The vibrant and expanding biotechnology industry produces devices for medical electronics, clinical and rehabilitation engineering and biomaterials. It's one of Australia's biggest industries in terms of research and government funding. Typically you'll work in: hospitals (servicing and optimising equipment) medical device manufacturing nanotechnology biotechnology. You might be employed as a regulator in government organisations, or as a researcher for government, universities or private companies. You might also work in private medical and pathology laboratories. Professional recognition and accreditation We are seeking accreditation from Engineers Australia. Once fully accredited, graduates can apply for graduate membership of Engineers Australia and will be recognised as professional engineers in all member countries of the Washington Accord.