Biomedical Engineering
Where engineering meets medicine - design the devices and systems that save lives.
Biomedical Engineering applies engineering principles to biology and medicine. Students study both engineering fundamentals and biology, then specialise in areas like medical imaging, neural engineering, biomaterials, or tissue engineering. It bridges the gap between engineering labs and clinical medicine.
Admission Average
high 80s to low 90s (Tier 1 (92%+))
Typical High School Prerequisites
- English
- Advanced Functions
- Calculus & Vectors
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Biology (recommended)
Skills You'll Build
- Medical Device Design
- Biomechanics & Bioelectricity
- Lab & Clinical Awareness
- Signal & Image Processing
- Regulatory & Safety Thinking
Program Facts
- Typical length: 4 years
- Co-op available: Yes
- Graduate school: Common path
- Demand outlook: Stable Growth
Top Universities
- McMaster University – Hamilton, ON
- University of Toronto – Toronto, ON
- University of Waterloo – Waterloo, ON
- University of British Columbia – Vancouver, BC
- McGill University – Montreal, QC
Careers This Major Leads To
- Biomedical Engineer – Entry $70,000
- Research Scientist – Entry $60,000