Engineering in Medicine
Program Information
Engineering in Medicine is an interdisciplinary, non-thesis
Master of Engineering (MEng) program offered at the
Faculty of Engineering at
The University of Western Ontario.
Modern advances in engineering science and technology have enabled
the rapid development of miniaturized medical devices, customized
implants, sophisticated diagnostic instrumentation, precision
surgical robotics, and information technology for e-Health. The
healthcare industry has become one of the world’s biggest industrial
sectors providing a wide range of job opportunities in research,
product development and patient care.
Combining expertise from our departments of
Chemical & Biochemical Engineering (CBE),
Electrical & Computer Engineering (ECE) and
Mechanical & Materials Engineering
(MME), the Engineering in Medicine MEng program offers qualified
engineering graduates (or equivalent) the opportunity to better
understand the role of engineers in modern medicine. Students
will explore innovative technologies that impact medical
advancements and recognize opportunities for product development and
commercialization. Learn more
about specific courses.
Graduates from the Engineering in Medicine MEng program may choose
to seek employment in the emerging medical devices industry in
Canada, clinics and hospitals, public sector organizations, NGOs,
sales and marketing, or enhance their opportunity for further
advanced training in the field of biomedical engineering.
Admission Requirements
Interested applicants should seek admission to one of the
participating graduate programs in the Faculty of Engineering (CBE,
ECE or MME) based on their prior academic background.
Requirements include:
Degree: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or an equivalent degree
from an accredited University. Students with a similar degree from
another scientific discipline may be admitted, with the approval of
the Associate Chair - Graduate.
Marks: Minimum of 70% (B) grade average (North American), computed
based on the last two years of a bachelor's honours degree marks, or
on the previous graduate marks.
Admission Process
The admission process for the Engineering in Medicine program is similar to other Collaborative Programs offered through Western's School of Graduate and Post-doctoral Studies. Students apply directly to one of the participating Departments through the OUAC website and indicate on the drop-down menu that they are interested in Engineering in Medicine option. After the student has been admitted into the program their application file will be reviewed by the members of the Joint Committee for the Engineering in Medicine program. Once approved by the Committee, the student's registration will be changed accordingly. Admission is based on applicant qualifications and enrolment limits.
Fees and Funding
There is no financial aid for MEng students. Below is an
approximate cost for the MEng program. Please visit our
Fees and Funding website for approximate
costs.
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