Why study this program?
Biomedical engineers help save and improve the quality of life by applying engineering principles to the solution of problems in medicine and clinical sciences. You will receive a human-centric education that builds on the traditional Mechanical Engineering degree, and helps prepare you for employment in the health care industry, or for graduate-level studies. Our graduates are often at the forefront of innovation and work in research laboratories, manufacturing facilities, offices, clinics, and hospitals.
This Option can be taken as part of a Mechanical Engineering degree (Co-op only).
Co-op Option
This degree must be taken as a Co-op (co-operative education) program. Through the Co-op program, you will have the opportunity to complete paid, supervised work terms throughout your degree. Co-op programs are a great way to challenge yourself, gain relevant work experience, and make connections to industry before you graduate!
Most co-op programs include five work terms lasting four months each, in addition to the usual eight terms (four years) of full-time study. Therefore, co-op programs require five years to complete.
Why study at the University of Alberta?
The Faculty of Engineering is widely recognized as one of the top Engineering schools in Canada, with globally renowned professors, state-of-the-art labs and teaching spaces, and highly specialized facilities and areas of research.
Throughout your degree, you'll have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience, participate in research, and contribute to team projects both inside and out of the classroom.
We are centrally located within the heart of western Canada's energy and resources industries, with strong connections to industry and unmatched work placement opportunities.
Please note: If you are applying directly from high school, you must apply to the foundational/qualifying first year of Engineering. After you complete your first year you will have the opportunity to choose a specific degree program.
- Biomaterials Engineer
- Biomechanical Engineer
- Biomedical Engineer
- Biomedical Researcher
- Clinical Engineer
- Components Engineer, Biomedical
- Design Engineer
- Engineer, Medical Device
- Mechanical Engineer
- Medical Technology Developer
- Quality Engineer, Medical Device
- R&D Engineer
- Rehabilitation Engineer
- Systems Engineer
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Rabib, from Bangladesh, recently graduated from the Petroleum Engineering program. An avid volunteer on campus and in Edmonton, Rabib has won several awards for his contributions to the charitable and not-for-profit sectors. He also enjoys squash and cricket.
Non-Direct Entry
This program does not allow admission directly from high school. See requirements below for more details.
Foundational/Qualifying Year: All students in this first year of study follow a common curriculum. At the end of the year, students choose among the various specialized Engineering programs offered and between the traditional and cooperative education streams. We have over 35 streams to choose from. See Bachelor of Science in Engineering - Qualifying Year for admissions requirements from high school.
Transfer Students: Students with transferable post-secondary coursework taken outside of the Faculty of Engineering are considered for admission based on GPA and relevant transfer credit.
See Transfer Student Admission Requirements for more details.
Because the U of A wants you to succeed, our admissions policy ensures that all students, regardless of citizenship, have the language skills they need to understand, participate and learn in our classes. The primary language of instruction in our classes, with the exception of those at the Faculté Saint-Jean, is English. For more information on the English Language Proficiency policy refer to the U of A Calendar. Information on writing ELP examinations is also available.
At the U of A, we are committed to encouraging Indigenous Students in their work towards a degree. Indigenous students have been under-represented in higher education in Canada, thus our policy is aimed at increasing opportunity, with the goal of our Aboriginal student population being representative of the public we serve. For more information on Admission of Indigenous Students refer to the U of A Calendar.
Deadline
Fall application
Domestic: March 1, 2024
International: March 1, 2024
For a complete listing of application and document deadlines refer to the University Calendar.
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