Overview

This dual degree program is specifically designed for undergraduate students wishing to pursue a career in either Engineering or Biomedical Engineering. Biomedical Engineering is the application of engineering principles to developing technologies and solving problems in a diverse range of health care related fields e.g. implantable bionics, drug delivery systems, … For more content click the Read More button below. At the end of the program successful candidates will graduate with a Bachelor in Engineering (Honours) in Materials Science and Engineering and a Masters of Biomedical Engineering. Students are expected to perform at a credit average (65%) or better in their first three years to be permitted to continue with the Masters part of the program. Students who do not satisfy this requirement can revert to the 3131 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Materials Science and Engineering program.

Learning Outcomes

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

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Program Structure
240 Units of Credit:

Students must complete 240 UOC as a standalone program.

Biomedical Engineering Specialisation Requirements

Students must complete at least one of the specialisations below.

BIOMDS
72 UOC
Biomedical Engineering (Dual Mode)

Specialisation Requirements

Students must complete at least one of the specialisations below.

MATSE1
36 UOC
Materials Science and Engineering (Physical Metallurgy)
MATSG1
36 UOC
Materials Science and Engineering (Process Metallurgy)
MATSH1
36 UOC
Materials Science and Engineering (Materials Engineering)
MATSJ1
36 UOC
Materials Science and Engineering (Ceramic Engineering)
MATSF1
36 UOC
Materials Science and Engineering (Functional Materials)

Level 1 Core Courses

Students must take 42 UOC of the following courses.

ENGG1000
6 UOC
Introduction to Engineering Design and Innovation
CHEM1811
6 UOC
Engineering Chemistry 1A
MATS1192
6 UOC
Design and Application of Materials in Science and Engineering

Level 2 Core Courses

Students must take 48 UOC of the following courses.

MATH2019
6 UOC
Engineering Mathematics 2E
MATS2001
6 UOC
Physical Properties of Materials
MATS2003
6 UOC
Materials Characterisation
MATS2004
6 UOC
Mechanical Behaviour of Materials
MATS2005
6 UOC
Introduction to Fluid Flow and Heat Transfer
MATS2006
6 UOC
Diffusion and Kinetics
MATS2007
6 UOC
Sustainable Materials Processing
MATS2008
6 UOC
Thermodynamics and Phase Equilibria

Level 3 Core Courses

Students must take 36 UOC of the following courses.

MATH2089
6 UOC
Numerical Methods and Statistics
MATS3001
6 UOC
Micromechanisms of Mechanical Behaviour of Metals
MATS3002
6 UOC
Fundamentals of Ceramic Processing
MATS3004
6 UOC
Polymer Science and Engineering 1
MATS3006
6 UOC
Design and Application of Materials in Science and Engineering 3
MATS3007
6 UOC
Materials Industry Management

Level 1 Electives

Students must take at least 6 UOC of the following courses.

BABS1201
6 UOC
Molecules, Cells and Genes
BIOM1010
6 UOC
Engineering in Medicine and Biology
BIOS1301
6 UOC
Ecology, Sustainability and Environmental Science
CEIC1000
6 UOC
Sustainable Product Engineering and Design
CEIC1001
6 UOC
Engineering Chemistry
COMP1921
6 UOC
Computing 1B
CVEN1701
6 UOC
Environmental Principles and Systems
ELEC1111
6 UOC
Electrical and Telecommunications Engineering
ENGG1400
6 UOC
Engineering Infrastructure Systems
GMAT1110
6 UOC
Surveying and Geospatial Engineering
MATH1081
6 UOC
Discrete Mathematics
MATS1101
6 UOC
Engineering Materials and Chemistry
MINE1010
6 UOC
Mineral Resources Engineering
MMAN1300
6 UOC
Engineering Mechanics
PHYS1231
6 UOC
Higher Physics 1B
PSYC1001
6 UOC
Psychology 1A
PTRL1010
6 UOC
Introduction to the Petroleum Industry
SOLA1070
6 UOC
Sustainable Energy

General Education

Students must take 6 UOC of the following courses.

In most cases, either a depth elective from the BE (Hons) stream or an elective from the Biomedical Engineering program will be used for satisfying General Education, however students are advised to consult with the Graduate School of Biomedical Engineering.

Level 2 Maturity Requirement

Students must have completed 36 UOC before taking any of the following courses.

MATH2019
6 UOC
Engineering Mathematics 2E
MATS2001
6 UOC
Physical Properties of Materials
MATS2003
6 UOC
Materials Characterisation
MATS2004
6 UOC
Mechanical Behaviour of Materials
MATS2005
6 UOC
Introduction to Fluid Flow and Heat Transfer
MATS2006
6 UOC
Diffusion and Kinetics
MATS2007
6 UOC
Sustainable Materials Processing
MATS2008
6 UOC
Thermodynamics and Phase Equilibria

Level 3 Maturity Requirement

Students must have completed all Introductory core courses before taking any Level 3 course.

any level 3 course

Level 4 Maturity Requirement

Students must have completed 102 UOC before taking any of the following courses.

MATS4009
9 UOC
Materials Engineering Project
MATS4010
12 UOC
Materials Engineering Project

Recommended Level 1 Electives

The following courses are recommended:
- CVEN1300 or MINE1300 or MMAN1300 (6 UOC)

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Related Programs

Related Programs

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - BE(Hons)3131 - Materials Science and Engineering (Honours)
Bachelor of Science - BSc3970 - Science
Master of Biomedical Engineering - MBiomedE8660 - Biomedical Engineering

Program Requirements

Progression Requirements
Internships and Placements

Professional Outcomes

Professional Recognition
Career Opportunities

Recognition of Achievement

University Medal
Honours Classes

Additional Information

Award with Excellence

A student may also be eligible for the Award with Excellence (https://student.unsw.edu.au/award-with-excellence) for the Master’s degree.

University Medal

Medallists will be determined in accordance with UNSW Policy and Procedure, as per Recognition of Achievement. However, to be considered for a university medal students will need to have achieved at a minimum an Honours WAM greater than or equal to 85 and a thesis mark greater than 65.

Faculty of Science Rules

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