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BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING Faculty of Engineering PROGRAMMES Nurturing Engineer-Leaders A leading biomedical engineering department advancing knowledge and nurturing talent To provide quality biomedical engineering education through integration of engineering with the biomedical sciences To foster new knowledge and achieve leadership in biomedical engineering research through the development of novel technologies and innovative applications VISION MISSION Department of Biomedical Engineering National University of Singapore, 4 Engineering Drive 3, Block E4 #04-08, Singapore 117583 www.bioeng.nus.edu.sg What is the difference between Biomedical Engineering and Biomedical Science/Life Science? The focus of Life Sciences is on the understanding and discovery of fundamentals in biological and biomedical sciences. In contrast, the focus of Biomedical Engineering is in providing solutions to problems related to human health. As a result, biomedical engineer relies on not only biology and medicine, but also engineering, physics, computer science, and other disciplines to develop, deliver, and innovate new tools, methods, devices, or treatments that advance human health. Can you tell me more about the NUS Biomedical Engineering Department? The Biomedical Engineering Department of the Faculty of Engineering, NUS, was founded in 2001, with a mission to contribute to manpower development in the Biomedical Sciences through the establishment of a world-class educational and research programme. Our department offers a major and a minor programme to students interested in combining biomedicine- based research with cutting-edge engineering technology, entrepreneurial activities, or clinical applications. What do students learn in Biomedical Engineering? A Biomedical Engineering education aims to train engineers who can analyze problems from an engineering and biomedical sciences perspectives, with a key focus on delivering solutions that address the needs of the stake holders, and that are practical and effective. Our curriculum therefore seeks to educate students with fundamentals and methodologies from electrical, mechanical, chemical, and materials engineering, as applicable to biomedical problems. The study of Biomedical Engineering gives students a solid foundation and the versatility to solve complex problems related to human health. What kind of jobs are available for Biomedical Engineering graduates? Our graduates have been well-placed in many organizations, from R&D positions in biotechnology, biomedical device, pharmaceutical companies, to business and management positions in MNCs or start-ups, to hospitals or government agencies, and academic research positions in research institutes and universities. Our biomedical engineering graduates have also entered graduate program in medicine such as at Duke-NUS. FAQS Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 The Bachelor of Engineering (Biomedical Engineering) Programme is a full-time 4 year undergraduate programme, accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Board (EAB) of Singapore. Our programme is thus recognized globally, and our graduates meet professional standards for engineering practice in countries that participate in the Washington Accord. REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION: H2 Mathematics, and H2 Physics or H2 Chemistry Students without H2 or H1 Physics need to have ‘O’ level Physics or equivalent and will be required to take specified Physics bridging modules. Students who do not have a H2 pass in Chemistry will have to read the Chemistry Bridging Module (CM1417) in the 1 st year. Applicants (regardless of nationality) presenting an acceptable Diploma from a Polytechnic in Singapore may also apply. Please visit www.nus.edu.sg/oam/apply/local/poly/BYA-poly.html for more details. International applicants with international qualifications can apply using equivalent high-school results. Singaporeans with international qualifications can apply using equivalent high-school results. Students are allowed to choose direct admission or common engineering admission. Most students are admitted directly. Common Year 1 Engineering students will be streamed into the Major program at the end of their Year 1. Applicants can apply online via the NUS Office of Admissions website: www.nus.edu.sg/oam/ ADMISSION TO BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING (top left): light reflection from patterned film; (top right): microfluidic device, (centre): biomimetic mineralized nanostructures

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BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING

Faculty of Engineering

PROGRAMMES

Nurturing Engineer-Leaders

A leading biomedical engineering

department advancing knowledge

and nurturing talent

To provide quality biomedical engineering

education through integration of engineering

with the biomedical sciences

To foster new knowledge and achieve

leadership in biomedical engineering

research through the development of novel

technologies and innovative applications

VISION

MISSION

Department of Biomedical EngineeringNational University of Singapore, 4 Engineering Drive 3, Block E4 #04-08, Singapore 117583 www.bioeng.nus.edu.sg

What is the difference between Biomedical Engineering and Biomedical Science/Life Science?The focus of Life Sciences is on the understanding and discovery of fundamentals in biological and biomedical sciences. In contrast, the focus of Biomedical Engineering is in providing solutions to problems related to human health. As a result, biomedical engineer relies on not only biology and medicine, but also engineering, physics, computer science, and other disciplines to develop, deliver, and innovate new tools, methods, devices, or treatments that advance human health.

Can you tell me more about the NUS Biomedical Engineering Department?The Biomedical Engineering Department of the Faculty of Engineering, NUS, was founded in 2001, with a mission to contribute to manpower development in the Biomedical Sciences through the establishment of a world-class educational and research programme. Our department offers a major and a minor programme to students interested in combining biomedicine-based research with cutting-edge engineering technology, entrepreneurial activities, or clinical applications.

What do students learn in Biomedical Engineering?A Biomedical Engineering education aims to train engineers who can analyze problems from an engineering and biomedical sciences perspectives, with a key focus on delivering solutions that address the needs of the stake holders, and that are practical and effective. Our curriculum therefore seeks to educate students with fundamentals and methodologies from electrical, mechanical, chemical, and materials engineering, as applicable to biomedical problems. The study of Biomedical Engineering gives students a solid foundation and the versatility to solve complex problems related to human health.

What kind of jobs are available for Biomedical Engineering graduates?Our graduates have been well-placed in many organizations, from R&D positions in biotechnology, biomedical device, pharmaceutical companies, to business and management positions in MNCs or start-ups, to hospitals or government agencies, and academic research positions in research institutes and universities. Our biomedical engineering graduates have also entered graduate program in medicine such as at Duke-NUS.

FAQSQ1

Q2

Q3

Q4

The Bachelor of Engineering (Biomedical Engineering) Programme is a full-time 4 year undergraduate programme, accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Board (EAB) of Singapore. Our programme is thus recognized globally, and our graduates meet professional standards for engineering practice in countries that participate in the Washington Accord.

REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION:• H2 Mathematics, and

• H2 Physics or H2 Chemistry

• Students without H2 or H1 Physics need to have ‘O’ level Physics or equivalent and will be required to take specified Physics bridging modules.

• Students who do not have a H2 pass in Chemistry will have to read the Chemistry Bridging Module (CM1417) in the 1st year.

• Applicants (regardless of nationality) presenting an acceptable Diploma from a Polytechnic in Singapore may also apply. Please visit www.nus.edu.sg/oam/apply/local/poly/BYA-poly.html for more details.

• International applicants with international qualifications can apply using equivalent high-school results.

• Singaporeans with international qualifications can apply using equivalent high-school results.

• Students are allowed to choose direct admission or common engineering admission. Most students are admitted directly.

• Common Year 1 Engineering students will be streamed into the Major program at the end of their Year 1.

Applicants can apply online via the NUS Office of Admissions website: www.nus.edu.sg/oam/

ADMISSION TO B IOMED I CA L ENG INEER ING

(top left): light reflection from patterned film; (top right): microfluidic device, (centre): biomimetic mineralized nanostructures

We are entering into an exciting time where advances in the biomedical sciences is poised to transform the world. With the current plan of the Singapore government to establish the country as a biomedical hub and their ongoing support in growing the local biomedical industry, graduates in Biomedical Engineering are in high demand.

Our students are fully at home at the interface of engineering, biology and medicine. Our Biomedical Engineering faculty members are highly respected internationally and enjoy affiliations with the School of Medicine, or Faculty of Science, or with Research Institutes and Centres. Thus, beyond engineering, our coursework also cultivates students with state-of-the-art knowledge in biology, mathematics, chemistry, computer science and physics.

Design and research-based projects are an integral part of our curriculum. A significant part of the curriculum is also set aside for non-engineering modules in areas such as management, organisation, intellectual

UNDERGRADUATEPROGRAMME

properties, and regulatory affairs. This is intended to equip graduates with a broad-based knowledge ready to excel in tomorrow’s workplace.

The primary objective of our undergraduate programme is to develop effective practitioners in biomedical engineering and associated fields. We are proud that our graduates have contributed not only to the advancement of their chosen field. Ethics, integrity and social responsibility are also values that we seek to cultivate in our students.

NUS Biomedical Engineering alumni have gone on to successful careers in diverse organizations. Our graduates are recruited by multi-national corporations, biotechnology start-ups and numerous government agencies. Many of our graduates pursue academic career and continue their education in advanced degree programmes, either Ph. D. or M.D. With solid foundation in breadth and in depth, our students have the confidence, the abilities, and the flexibility to solve tomorrow’s problems in biomedicine and beyond.

Grace POHAN (class of 2013)Manufacturing Engineer I, Baxter BioScience Manufacturing SARL, Singapore Branch.

To have bioengineering as my major was one of the best things in my life.

I get to learn cell biology and engineering which interest me so much; in fact I love every single module which was taught in class.

… the small size of the department has made it possible for the professors to know their students closely and for the class rosters to also know one another well.

It is really a place where students can grow and learn enjoyably.

David NG Kian Sing (class of 2007)(right of photo)

Patent engineer in a legal firm

Eliza FONG, Ph. D. (class of 2009)Research Fellow, NUS Biomedical Engineering

The undergraduate program has given me a broad based education by exposing me to a multitude of disciplines, such as biochemistry, cell biology, electronics, biosensors, material science and mechanics.

It was interesting to learn how the principles in engineering, life science and medicine interacted with one another to solve problems that are relevant to the human health.

Certainly, the course has prepared me well for my present job. At the same time, I also made good friends who went on to build a career in life science or medical related industries.

In selecting an engineering major at NUS, I knew from the very beginning that I wanted to be trained as a bioengineer.

While bioengineering is often considered a rather nascent engineering discipline, an individual trained in this field will be equipped with the skills and knowledge to bridge the bench from the bedside, and serve to advance the technological aspects of medicine.

As an alumnus of NUS Bioengineering, I can only say that the education and support I received as an undergraduate made me discover my interest in this field, and truly inspired my passion for research.

I am truly thankful for the education and mentorship by the faculty I have interacted with, and would not be where I am today without their support!

• Basic science and core biomedical engineering: Principles of Biomedical Engineering, Physiology, Biotransport, Biomechanics, Biomaterials, Biosignal Processing, Biomedical Electronics, Biochemistry and Cell Biology.

• Specialization Areas: - Biomaterials/Tissue Engineering - Biomechanics - Biomedical Electronics and Imaging

• Specialized Biomedical Engineering coursework: Biofluid Dynamics, Musculoskeletal Biomechanics, Rehabilitation Engineering, Tissue Engineering, Electrophysiology, BioMEMs, Cellular Bioengineering, Biophotonics and Bioimaging, Medical Imaging Systems, Biosensors & Biochips, Computational Biomechanics and many more.

• Design-based and research-based projects: hands-on experience to promote creativity, innovative thinking, resourcefulness, and connection between theories and applications.

• Analytical problem-solving and critical thinking skills to tackle challenging problems in industry or research.

• Professionalism and ethics in engineering, legal and regulatory affairs.

• Broad-based skills and knowledge in leadership, teamwork, and management for life-long professional developments.

NUS Biomedical Engineering Curriculum: www.bioeng.nus.edu.sg/Prospective_

Students/ugrad/Programme_Major.htm

Enhancement Programmes:- Industrial Attachment Programme (IAP)- Vacation Internship Programme (VIP)- Technopreneurship & Incubation Programme (TIP) - Undergraduate Research Opportunities Programme (UROP)- Independent Work Programme (IWP)

Minor Programmes:Management, Technopreneurship, Mathematics, Economics, Life Sciences, and many more.

Double Degree Programmes: Engineering and Business Administration, Engineering and Economics.

Dual-Degree Programmes with Overseas Universities: Grandes Écoles (France): École Centrale Paris (ECP), École Polytechnique (X), École Supérieure d’Électricite (Supélec), École Supérieure des Mines de Paris (Mines ParisTech), École Nationale Supérieure de Techniques Avancées (ENSTA), École Nationale Supérieure des Télécommunications (Telecom ParisTech) Waseda University (Japan)

Special Programmes:University Scholars Programme (USP): Honours, multidisciplinary programme.NUS Overseas Colleges (NOC): Internship (up to 1 year) in international centers of innovation and entrepreneurship. USA: Stanford University (Stanford) and University of Pennsylvania (Philadelphia); China: Tsinghua University (Beijing) and Fudan University (Shanghai); Sweden: KTH Royal Institute of Technology (Stockholm); India: Indian Institute of Science and Israel: Tel Aviv University.Student Exchange Programme (SEP): 1-2 semesters abroad with more than 40 prestigious universities in USA, Europe, and Asia.

LIMITLESS OPPORTUNITIES @ NUS BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

MY BME EXPERIENCES

CURRICULUM AND PROGRAMMES