What is BME?
What is BME?
Biomedical Engineering (BME) is a discipline in which the principles and tools of traditional engineering disciplines are applied to the analysis and solution of problems in biology and medicine. There is no particular subject matter or set of techniques that belong exclusively to it. A BME education trains engineers who can analyse multidisciplinary problems from the engineering, biological and medical perspectives, in particular, the complications in working with living systems.
Not only does the study of Biomedical Engineering provide a solid foundation in biological sciences and engineering, it develops powerful methods for understanding basic physiological processes such as fluid transport, feedback control and cell regulation. Furthermore, Biomedical Engineering also studies the principles underlying biomedical instruments, orthopaedic implants and prosthetic devices.
Why NUS BME?
The BME degree programme aims to produce engineers who can contribute back to society through innovation, entrepreneurship and leadership. Graduates will be equipped with a strong foundation suitable for a flexible range of careers across R&D, product design and manufacturing in the Biomedical engineering industries or for further education.
Learn more about education at NUS Engineering here.
Career Prospects
Biomedical engineering is a growing field around the world, and Singapore is deeply committed to establishing this industry here. With the launch of many R&D hubs (e.g Biopolis) in Singapore, many more well-known foreign companies are setting up bases here.
Our graduates have gone on to successful careers in diverse organizations, with some being recruited by MNCs, biotechnology start-up companies, and numerous government agencies. Some have chosen to embark on academia and pursue their Masters or PhD degrees.
In general, biomedical engineering graduates can look at opportunities in the following industries:
- Healthcare (secondary and tertiary care hospitals)
- Medical Technology
- Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology
- Startups
You may find out more about how our recent graduates fared here.