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Master of Biomedical Engineering

Masters.
The University of Melbourne

37

in world overall ranking*

1

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

Biomedical engineering sits at the intersection of engineering and biology, bringing together biomedical science and engineering methods to address problems in medicine and human disease. The course emphasises designing and operating healthcare devices and processes, supported by industry-aligned learning through internships, projects and innovation challenges. Students learn in world-class facilities and are taught by experts working in areas such as medical bionics, prosthetics, human movement and tissue engineering.

What you might learn

Students develop the capability to apply engineering principles to biomedical and clinical problems, translating scientific understanding into practical healthcare solutions. The program aims to build advanced technical and design skills for developing medical devices and systems, alongside experience working with industry mentors on real-world challenges. It also supports entrepreneurial and commercial understanding, including opportunities to collaborate with business and medical sector mentors to progress innovations toward market.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue biomedical engineering roles across healthcare technology, medical device design and development, and related engineering positions supporting clinical and rehabilitation applications. The industry-focused curriculum and project experiences prepare students for work with hospitals, medical device companies, research organisations and health-tech startups. Career pathways may include biomedical engineer, medical device design engineer, R&D engineer, clinical/rehabilitation technology specialist, or product development roles in the medical technology sector.

Entry requirements

IELTS 6.5 with no band less than 6.0.


Living Costs in Melbourne**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 15 - 20
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 1,583 - 2,094
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,207 - 1,596
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 7 - 9
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 240 - 318

Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$62,976 per year

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Information

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3 years

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March, July

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Parkville

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MC-BIOMENG

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconMELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP

Up to A$56,000

tick iconMELBOURNE GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP

Up to 100% of tuition fees

tick iconINTERNATIONAL GRADUATE MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS

Up to 50% of tuition fees

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