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Biomedical Engineering
Major
Biomedical Engineering
生物醫學工程
Degree / Award Title
Bachelor of Engineering in Biomedical Engineering
工學士(生物醫學工程)
Offering Academic Unit
Department of Biomedical Engineering
Mode of Study
Full-time

Aims of Major

This major aims to pursue excellence in education, research, and innovation through the fusion of engineering with life sciences for the advancements of human health. The objectives of the major are to provide integrative educational opportunities that allow students to learn passionately how to think critically and independently, and innovate creatively so that they can be well prepared for the following:

  1. be able to apply their skills to a variety of challenges in their chosen field.
  2. be equipped with spirits of innovation, creativity, adaptability, and critical thinking to solve problems in the biomedical engineering related professions.
  3. to function effectively in multidisciplinary team environments and communicate to a variety of audiences.
  4. to demonstrate competency in their chosen fields, and make decisions that are socially and ethically responsible.
  5. to build and expand upon their undergraduate foundations by engaging in learning opportunities throughout their careers.

Intended Learning Outcomes of Major (MILOs)

Upon successful completion of this major, students should be able to acquire:

  1. Ability to master required knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering and apply them appropriately to solve problems at the interface of engineering and life science.
  2. Ability to design a system, component or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints, and to develop innovative technologies to serve healthcare-related needs of the society.
  3. Ability to integrate problem solving capability with interpersonal skills and effectively work in a team.
  4. Ability to develop a broad technical and social outlook in biomedical engineering discipline, and to develop the right working attitude and professional spirit.
  5. Ability to engage in lifelong learning to stay abreast of contemporary issues, and to pursue and undertake continuous professional and career development.

Degree Requirements


Requirements Normative 4-year
Degree
Advanced Standing I1 Advanced Standing II2
Gateway Education requirement 30 credit units 21 credit units -
College requirement 6 credit units waived -
Major requirement

81 credit units

72 or 75 credit units -
Free electives / Minor (if applicable) 3 credit units 0 credit unit -
Minimum Graduation Requirement: 120 credit units 93 or 96 credit units -
Maximum Credit Units Permitted: 144 credit units 114 credit units -
Note 1: For students with recognised Advanced Level Examinations or equivalent qualifications.
Note 2: For Associate Degree/Higher Diploma graduates admitted as senior-year intake students.

Professional Recognition

This major has been granted accreditation by the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE).