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Last Updated: 18 October 2021

Biomedical Engineering

This course empowers learners to make a difference in the medical and healthcare industry as they learn to design, develop and validate healthcare devices in accordance with regulatory standards, using the latest technologies.

Course code : C71
Nanyang Polytechnic
Admission type: JAE , DAE , JPAE , Poly EAE , PFP
2024 JAE ELR2B2-C aggregate: 8-13
Course duration : 3 years

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Course details

Field of study Engineering
Certification offered

Diploma in Biomedical Engineering

Learn more about the course

Minimum entry requirement

You must meet the respective examination requirements in order for us to consider your application.

For N(A)-Level students seeking admission through PFP

This a Group 1 PFP course.

Subject Grade
English Language Syllabus A 1-3
Mathematics Syllabus A / Additional Mathematics 1-3

Any one of the following subjects

  • Design and Technology
  • Food and Nutrition/Nutrition and Food Science
  • Science (Chemistry, Biology)
  • Science (Physics, Biology)
  • Science (Physics, Chemistry)
1-3

Any 2 other subjects excluding CCA

1-4
For O-Level students seeking admission through JAE
Subject Grade
English Language 1-7
Mathematics (Elementary/Additional) 1-6

Any one of the following subjects

  • Biology
  • Biotechnology
  • Chemistry
  • Computing/Computer Studies
  • Design & Technology
  • Electronics/Fundamentals of Electronics
  • Physics
  • Science (Chemistry, Biology)
  • Science (Physics, Biology)
  • Science (Physics, Chemistry)
1-6

Course modules

Year 1

Core modules

  • Circuit Building with Troubleshooting
  • Programming
  • Statics with Mechanical Analysis
  • Interpreting Functions
  • Problem Solving with Calculus
  • Electronic Circuit Analysis
  • Product Modelling & Prototyping
  • IoT Prototype Development
  • Data Analysis
  • Engineering Exploration Project

Complementary electives

  • General Studies
Year 2

Core modules

  • Medical Device Manufacturing Techniques
  • Application of Quality Assurance Tools
  • Healthcare Data Collection & Preparation
  • Interpreting Standards & Regulatory Affairs
  • Application of Risk Management & Design Control
  • Healthcare Data Security Management
  • Medical Device Electrical Safety Analysis
  • Good Manufacturing Practice
  • Biomechanical Engineering Design
  • Medical Device Validation
  • Quality & Regulatory Project

Complementary electives

  • General Studies
Year 3

Core modules

  • Medical Device Functional Analysis
  • Medical Device Management
  • Healthcare Data Analytics
  • IoMT Development
  • Sustainable Medical Device Design
  • Medical Device Development Project

Final-year students will also have the opportunity to undertake a full-time project and participate in a local or overseas internship programme for one full semester.

Internship

Internship duration 12 or 24 weeks
Internship timeframe Year 3

Career prospects

You can explore the following career options upon graduation:

  • Biomedical Engineering Assistant
  • GMP Production Supervisor
  • QA Technical Specialist
  • Laboratory Technologist
  • Assistant Research Engineer
  • Technical Sales and Support Engineer

Use resources and interactive tools that are available on MySkillsFuture Portal to explore various education and career pathways.

How to register

Joint Admissions Exercise (JAE)

You may register using the JAE Internet System (JAE-IS). Learn the process and how to apply.

Direct Admissions Exercise (DAE)

You may apply through the respective polytechnics’ websites. Learn the process and how to apply.

Joint Polytechnic Admissions Exercise (JPAE)

You may register using the JPAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.

Polytechnic Early Admissions Exercise (Poly EAE)

You may register using the Poly EAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.

Polytechnic Foundation Programme (PFP)

You may register using the PFPAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.