Bachelor of Biomedical Engineering (Honours)

Duration

4 years

Intakes

February (Commencing 2026)

Fees

In 2025, the annual tuition fees for this course are:

Year 1 and 2 in Malaysia

• RM53,280 for Malaysian students
• RM62,880 for international students.

Year 3 and 4 in Australia

• AUD56,300

General fees:

• Application (once only) - RM100
• Registration (once only) - RM200
• General amenities (per semester) - RM100
• International student pass application - Click here.

Credit transfer

Applications for credit can include credit transfer for previous study or recognition of prior learning.

Part A. Engineering fundamentals and breadth study
This will develop your understanding of natural and physical sciences, mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences that underpin all engineering disciplines.

Part B. Engineering design
This will develop the engineering techniques, tools and resources for the conduct, design and management of engineering design processes and projects, both in the industrial setting and in the development of research experiments.

Part C. Biomedical engineering knowledge and application
This will provide in-depth knowledge of the specific engineering methods of a branch of engineering and will integrate the specific engineering methods and discipline knowledge into practice. You will develop skills to identify and apply knowledge of contextual factors impacting the engineering discipline. Additionally, your studies will focus on your understanding and application of the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities and bounds of contemporary engineering practice in your discipline.

Part D. Professional practice
This will develop your skills in readiness for the engineering workplace. You will develop skills in effective team membership and team leadership, the use and management of commercially relevant data, and the legal responsibilities of engineers. This study will integrate the theme 'Engineering knowledge and application' with your specialist field of engineering.

Part E. Elective study
This will enable you to further deepen your knowledge of engineering or broaden your knowledge in another approved field. If you are completing a single degree course, you will have electives to add technical expertise in your engineering specialisation and/or complete a minor in an engineering discipline that complements your specialisation, thereby adding other skills to your repertoire.

More information

The Monash University Handbook has detailed information about the course structure and requirements.

Click here for more details on the biomedical engineering specialisation.

Check out the course map here.

Quality education
Monash University is ranked #37 in the world (QS World University Rankings 2025) and rated Tier 5 (Excellent) in D-Setara Engineering by the Ministry of Education Malaysia.

Professional recognition
Your degree will be accredited by Engineers Australia when you complete your studies at Monash University, Australia.

The common first year
The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) has a common first year, allowing you to experience a range of disciplines before deciding on a specialisation. You'll develop your foundational skills for engineering before deciding which of the seven specialisations to pursue in your second year.

Pathway to success
This multidisciplinary course will equip you with strong clinical, technical and regulatory foundations in professional biomedical engineering practice. You'll be taught by leading academics in physiology, anatomy, molecular biology, materials science, electrical, mechanical and chemical engineering.

Career readiness
Leverage our network of industry partners to gain valuable practical experience and start building your career. Or pursue biomedical engineering research at the Victorian Heart Hospital on the Clayton campus—Australia's first dedicated cardiac hospital.

Industry demand
Capitalise on the growing demand for biomedical engineers, driven by advancements in AI, an aging population, and a thriving medical device sector. There’s a high potential for career growth, both in Malaysia and the world.

Exciting opportunities
Beyond traditional sectors, industries such as biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and even oil and palm are investing in healthcare innovations, creating new opportunities for biomedical engineers.

Join an engineering student club
Our student-run clubs lets you learn new skills and engage with industry to broaden your networks. You’ll get hands on with real-world projects and competitions as you work in multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative products or drive positive change.

Volunteer with Engineers Without Borders
The Monash University Malaysia student chapter is involved in a wide range of projects benefiting local communities. Our students have helped to install a micro hydro generator for a school in Budok Aru, constructed a workshop for a shelter home, renovated refugee schools, and more.

Bursaries
Receive a 10% tuition fee waiver upon your successful enrolment, applicable throughout the two-year course duration in Malaysia. Click here for more details.

Some industries where biomedical engineers are in high demand include:

• healthcare technology and services
• medical devices development
• engineering consultancy
• research and development
• biopharmaceutical and biotechnology Industry
• artificial intelligence and data science in healthcare
• medical technology entrepreneurship
• rehabilitation engineering.