This M.Sc. Course is jointly offered by Nanyang Technological University and Singapore General Hospital.

Biomedical Engineeing (BME) is the application of engineering to biology and medicine, involving:
· Engineering instrumentation for the accurate collection of anatomical and physiological data;
· Signal and image processing of this data;
· Engineering analysis and modelling of biomedical phenomena and processes, such as the function of normal and diseased organs and systems;
· Engineering of prostheses, orthoses, organ-assist devices, artificial organs and tissue engineering.

Its aim is to improve human health through cross-disciplinary activities that integrate the engineering sciences with the biomedical sciences and clinical practice. BME entails:
· Acquisition of new knowledge and understanding of living systems through the innovative application of experimental and analytical engineering techniques. · Development of new devices, analysis of biomedical processes and systems, and development of algorithms for better assessment of medical practice and more efficient health care delivery.

Biomedical engineers may work as part of a multidisciplinary team in hospitals, industry, or academia.? In the hospital, a biomedical engineer may undertake a variety of roles, including:
· Maintaining and repairing medical equipment.
· Providing customised devices to meet clinical needs.
· Facilitating diagnosis by signal processing of physiological data (e.g. ECG and EEG) and image processing of biomedical images (Radiography, Ultrasound or Computed Tomography or Magnetic Resonance Imaging).
· Using biomedical engineering analyses to quantify the effects and degree of a patient's condition.
· Developing innovative rehabilitation devices and procedures for disabled patients.
· Applying logistics and management principles to ensure efficient, cost effective and timely patient care.

In industry, biomedical engineers work as part of a multidisciplinary team including biologists, physicians, lawyers and regulatory experts to:· Research, develop and test new medical devices and components.
· Ensure the safe and consistent manufacture of medical devices and medicines.
· Develop standard testing methods for biomedical devices.
· Perform failure mode and effects analysis of monitoring, diagnostic, rehabilitation devices and prostheses.
· Assist with preparing technical and marketing materials.
· Work with researchers and manufacturers to ensure that devices can be manufactured.

In Singapore, biomedical engineers also work in research institutes, universities and polytechnics.? Well-trained biomedical engineers usually have a strong background in engineering, biology and medicine, combined with a specific area of expertise, so that they can interact effectively with doctors and healthcare providers. This M.Sc. course is designed to provide a well-rounded knowledge of the core subjects of biomedical engineering, and is tailored to prepare students for a professional biomedical engineering career through specialised elective courses, in addition to a research project.

Candidates must possess a good Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Production, Electrical or Electronic Engineering, Applied Science, Sciences, Medical Sciences or other equivalent qualifications. Preference will be given to those with relevant working or postgraduate experience. An average TOEFL score of 570 for graduates from universities with non-English medium of instruction.

This programme is conducted on a semester basis. Candidates are now offered with 2 Options of Study:
Option 1 : Coursework and Dissertation
Candidates are required to complete 8 subjects, with a combination of 4 core subjects and 4 electives, and submit a dissertation on a project.
Option 2: Coursework only
Candidates are required to complete 10 subjects, with a combination of 4 core subjects, 5 electives, and a compulsory subject entitled ‘ Independent Research' .
Each subject is covered in 39 hours and usually consists of 13 lectures of 3 hours each. Classes are usually held in the evenings on week days. Examinations are held during office-hours at the end of each semester.
The programme of study can be completed within a minimum of 1 year for full-time students and 2 years for part-time students and a maximum of 2 years for full-time students and 4 years for part-time student.

1) Core Subjects

The following four subjects must be taken by all students :

Either M6511 Anatomy and Physiology or
M6512 Engineering Methods in Biomedical Engineering
M6513 Biomaterials and Biomechanics
M6503 Biomedical Instrumentation
M6505 Clinical Engineering

2) Electives

The four electives shall be selected from the following, of which at least three of the subjects must be from Elective Module A :

Elective Module A

M6522 Life Support Engineering
M6523 Biomedical Signal Processing
M6524 Surgical Assist Technology
M6525 Medical Informatics & Telemedicine
M6526 Rehabilitation Engineering
M6528 3D Medical Image Reconstruction & Visualization
M6530 Biomaterials II
M6531 Orthopaedic Biomechanics and Sports Engineering

Elective Module B

M6134 Finite Element Analysis
M6544 Health Care Systems &? Management
M6545 Computational & Clinical Biology
M6601 Human Factors Engineering Fundamentals
M6806 Engineering Research Methodology

3) Compulsory Subject for Option 2 of Study:
M6588 Independent Research

Note: Curriculum is subject to changes. Not all electives will be offered at the same time.