Master of Engineering (Biomedical)

About the course

The Master of Engineering (Biomedical Engineering) at UNSW Sydney develops advanced engineering capability for designing and improving medical devices, diagnostics and healthcare technologies. You’ll build specialist technical knowledge and apply it through practical, industry-informed study on campus. The program is designed for graduates seeking professional engineering roles in the biomedical sector through a master’s level engineering qualification in biomedical engineering.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles across medical device and biotech companies, hospitals and health technology organisations, and engineering consultancies. Career pathways may include biomedical engineer, medical device design or development engineer, clinical/rehabilitation technology engineer, quality and regulatory engineer, or R&D engineer supporting diagnostics and therapeutic systems. This prepares you for professional practice with a master’s level qualification in biomedical engineering.

Living Costs in Sydney**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)