Programmes
BEng in Biomedical Engineering (Honours)
Program Code
BENG BMELevel
undergraduateDuration
5 yearsOffered as
Generic
Program Description
Biomedical engineering is a multidisciplinary field that applies principles of engineering and biological sciences to develop technologies and solutions that improve healthcare and medical practices. It is an exciting, comprehensive, and developing field which combines knowledge of electronics, information technology, mechanical, chemical, and materials engineering with the life sciences including medicine, biology and molecular biology. Examples of applications of biomedical engineering are the development and manufacture of biocompatible prostheses (artificial body parts, such as a leg, a heart, or a breast implant), medical devices, diagnostic devices and imaging equipment and pharmaceutical drugs. Malawi is facing challenges in designing, manufacturing, adapting, and maintaining sophisticated medical equipment. The health delivery system in Malawi needs application of engineering concepts to solve the biological and medical problems to improve human health standards through cross disciplinary activities that integrate engineering sciences and biomedical sciences. With its transformative impact on healthcare, biomedical engineering continues to be at the forefront of technological advancements, shaping the future of medicine and contributing to the well-being of individuals worldwide.
Key Areas of Focus
Key Areas of Focus
- Medical Imaging
- Biomechanics
- Biological Signal Processing
- Medical Devices
- Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine
- Biomedical Informatics
Structure of the program
Sem
1
1
-Biology I
-Language and Communication Studies
-Physics I
-Engineering Drawing I
-Algebra and Trigonometry
-Calculus I
-Chemistry I
-Language and Communication Studies
-Physics I
-Engineering Drawing I
-Algebra and Trigonometry
-Calculus I
-Chemistry I
Sem
2
2
-Introduction to Computer Applications
-Computer Programming
-Chemistry II
-Technical and Business Communication
-Computer Programming
-Chemistry II
-Technical and Business Communication
-Biology II
-Engineering Drawing II
-Physics II
Sem
3
3
-Calculus II
-Introduction to Analysis and Linear Algebra
-Physics III
-Fluid Mechanics I
-Digital Electronics
-Mechanical and Electrical Workshop Practice
-Introduction to Analysis and Linear Algebra
-Physics III
-Fluid Mechanics I
-Digital Electronics
-Mechanical and Electrical Workshop Practice
Sem
4
4
-Electrical Circuits
-Molecular Biology
-Microbiology
-Biochemistry
-Cell Biology
-Biotechnology
-Molecular Biology
-Microbiology
-Biochemistry
-Cell Biology
-Biotechnology
-Physics IV
Sem
5
5
-Computer Structured
-Thermodynamics I
-Numerical Methods
-Electrical Machines
-Strength of Materials
-Biomechanics
-Thermodynamics I
-Numerical Methods
-Electrical Machines
-Strength of Materials
-Biomechanics
Sem
6
6
-Haematology
-Electronic Devices and Circuits
-Signals and Systems
-Communication Systems
-Digital Image Processing
-Medical Imaging and Sensing
-Electronic Devices and Circuits
-Signals and Systems
-Communication Systems
-Digital Image Processing
-Medical Imaging and Sensing
Sem
7
7
Work Integrated Learning
Sem
8
8
-Biomedical Instrumentation
-Bio-Signal Processing
-Radiology Physics
-Industrial Attachment
-Microprocessors
-Statistical Methods and Experimental Design
-Control Systems I
-Bio-Signal Processing
-Radiology Physics
-Industrial Attachment
-Microprocessors
-Statistical Methods and Experimental Design
-Control Systems I
Sem
9
9
-Control Systems II
-Medical Informatics
-Research Project
-Healthcare Technology and Management
-Biomaterials and Artificial Organs
-Engineering and Society
-Medical Informatics
-Research Project
-Healthcare Technology and Management
-Biomaterials and Artificial Organs
-Engineering and Society
Sem
10
10
-Business Management and Entrepreneurship
-Engineering Design
-Engineering Electromagnets
-Environmental Engineering
-Medical Electronics
–Instrumentation and Design
-Engineering Design
-Engineering Electromagnets
-Environmental Engineering
-Medical Electronics
–Instrumentation and Design
Malawians
Government Sponsored
650,000 MWK
per year
Self Sponsored
1,250,000 MWK
per year
SADC Citizen
Total Fees
450,000 USD
per year
Non-SADC Citizen
Total Fees
500,000 USD
per year
Eligibility
Criteria for Admission
Entry in Year 1:
MSCE, “O” Level, IGCSE, GCE at least six credits including; Biology, Physics, Chemistry (or Physical Science), Mathematics and English. In addition the candidate should have a grade of no more than 4 in each of the above subjects
Entry in Year 2:
A-level with at least C grade in the following subject Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, with Biology at ‘O’ level. But must take and pass Drawing 1 and Drawing 2.
OR
Any other related qualification from a recognized institution of higher learning may be assessed by the Admissions Office.
Entry in Year 1:
MSCE, “O” Level, IGCSE, GCE at least six credits including; Biology, Physics, Chemistry (or Physical Science), Mathematics and English. In addition the candidate should have a grade of no more than 4 in each of the above subjects
Entry in Year 2:
A-level with at least C grade in the following subject Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, with Biology at ‘O’ level. But must take and pass Drawing 1 and Drawing 2.
OR
Any other related qualification from a recognized institution of higher learning may be assessed by the Admissions Office.