Programme Introduction
Biomedical engineering is an interdisciplinary field in which engineering and technology are innovatively applied to solve biological and medical problems for the benefit of mankind. The Biomedical Engineering programme is offered by the Faculty of Engineering in extensive collaboration with Faculty of Medicine. Students not only benefit from an education conducted at the forefront of the engineering and medical fields through the programme’s core courses, but also enjoy the flexibility to choose from a wide variety of electives that allow them to focus on areas critical to their chosen career paths.
The field drives the development of medical engineering technology, such as MRI systems, brain-computer interface, cardiac pacemakers, orthopaedic implants, rehabilitative devices, medical robotics, and minimally invasive endoscopes. Biomedical devices are being developed at the micro- and nano-scale to enable diagnosis and therapeutics at the molecular and cellular levels. Students can leverage the breadth of cutting-edge biomedical engineering research available on campus through collaborative research in the Faculties of Engineering and Medicine.
Programme Features
The programme’s specialty areas are:
• Medical Instrumentation and Biosensors
• Biomedical Imaging, Informatics and Modeling
• Molecular, Cell and Tissue Engineering
Ranking
#38 globally (#1 in Hong Kong)
(2025 Global Ranking of Academic Subjects – Biomedical Engineering)
Craft Your Path
- Explore the Fundamentals: Start by taking introductory courses in biology, physics, chemistry and mathematics. These foundational courses will provide you with a broad understanding of the scientific concepts and principles that underlie biomedical engineering.
- Specialize Your Knowledge: Choose from a variety of advanced elective courses to hone your expertise in specific areas of biomedical engineering. Among the three areas, deepening your knowledge in a specialty field will prepare you for more advanced study and research.
- Engage in Research: Participate in laboratory research or a project. This hands-on experience will allow you to apply the theoretical knowledge you acquire to solve real-world problems and work collaboratively with peers and faculty.
- Prepare for Your Career: Take advantage of our career-preparation resources, such as internship opportunities, career counselling and networking events. These experiences will help you explore various potential career paths, gain practical experience, and establish professional connections in the field of biomedical engineering.
Career Prospects
BME graduates work in hospitals, universities, government departments, other public organizations, and industry. The career opportunities available to programme graduates cover the entire BME value chain, namely research and development, manufacturing, quality assurance, consultancy, distribution and sale, clinical engineering, regulatory affairs and entrepreneurship in technology. Graduates are also well equipped to pursue advanced study in engineering and biomedical sciences. Some graduates also pursue careers in business, law and medicine. Our graduates are pursuing the following career paths:
- Manufacturing Industries
- Clinical Engineers in Hospitals
- Entrepreneurs in Biotech Companies
- Regulatory Affairs
- Distribution and Sales
- Test Laboratories
- Research Scientists and Engineers
- Further Studies (MSc, PhD, MD, MBA, PCLL)
We seek students who EXPLORE, INNOVATE, and CARE, individuals who pursue knowledge with both breadth and depth, cross disciplinary boundaries with curiosity, and channel their learning into real solutions for the medical and healthcare challenges of today.
If you are interested in this programme, please review the application requirements and deadlines specific to the respective admission scheme to increase your chances of getting accepted.
