Ajman University
Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering
Ajman, United Arab Emirates
DURATION
4 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
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EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2025
TUITION FEES
AED 1,365 / per credit *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* total CRHs: 141
Introduction
The mission of the Biomedical Engineering program is to bridge the gap between conventional engineering and life sciences so that graduates are equipped with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills necessary for pursuing a successful professional career in the healthcare industry. The program also prepares its students for graduate studies.
Program Goals
The BME Program Goals, also referred to as Program Educational Objectives (PEOs), are stated below.
Biomedical engineering graduates shall:
- Successfully apply their acquired knowledge and practical skills in the field of Biomedical Engineering.
- Be able to pursue successful and gainful careers in the healthcare industry.
- Be able to pursue postgraduate studies.
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Admissions
Curriculum
Graduation Requirements
The Bachelor of Science Degree is awarded upon the fulfilment of the following
- Successful completion of all courses in the curriculum.
- Successful completion of sixteen weeks of engineering training.
- Cumulative Grade Point Average CGPA of at least 2.0
Semester 1
- MTH121 Engineering Mathematics I
- PHY121 Engineering Physics I
- BME102 Biology
- CHM111 General Chemistry
- BME101 Introduction to BME
Semester 2
- MTH122 Engineering Mathematics II
- PHY122 Engineering Physics II
- BME203 Human Anatomy
- BME105 Computer Programming
- ARB113 Arabic Written Expression
Semester 3
- MTH221 Engineering Mathematics III
- BME201 Circuit Analysis
- BME204 Human Physiology
- ELE202 Logic Design
- BME202 Biochemistry
Semester 4
- MTH222 Engineering Mathematics IV
- BME205 Electronic Circuits
- BME305 Electrophysiology
- ENG113 Academic Writing
- STA114 General Statistics
Semester 5
- BME304 Biomaterials
- BME302 Medical Electronics
- BME306 Medical Imaging Systems 1
- BME301 Microcontrollers and Computer Interface
- ISL114 Islamic Culture
Semester 6
- EMS112 Emiratis Studies
- BME303 Signals and Systems
- BME307 Medical Instrumentation I
- BME309 Biomedical Design
- BME308 Biomechanics
- BME Specialization Elective I
Semester 7
- BME401 Biosignal Processing
- BME402 Medical Imaging Systems II
- BME491 Biomedical Design Project I
- BME Specialization Elective II
- INN311 Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Semester 8
- BME403 Medical Instrumentation II
- BME404 Directed Studies in BME
- BME492 Biomedical Design Project II
- BME Specialization Elective III
- University Elective III
Summer Semester 1
- University Elective I
Summer Semester 2
- University Elective II
Summer Semester
- Engineering Training
Program Outcome
The Program Outcomes are consistent with the level of qualification awarded as defined in the UAE Qualification Framework. Out of twelve Program Outcomes, four each are for knowledge, skills, and competencies, as follows:
Knowledge
- PLO(1): An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of Engineering, Science, and Mathematics.
- PLO(4): An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.
- PLO(7): An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.
- PLO(8): Broad, allied and contemporary knowledge in the field of biomedical engineering.
Skills
- PLO(1): an ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
- PLO(2): An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors.
- PLO(3): An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
- PLO(6): An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to conclude.
Competencies
Autonomy and Responsibility
- PLO(2): An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors.
- PLO(4): An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.
- PLO(5): An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.
- PLO(7): An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.
Role in Context
- PLO(5): An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.
Self-development
- PLO(4): An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.
- PLO(7): An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.
Career Opportunities
Graduates will be qualified to work in the following areas:
- Healthcare facilities: biomedical engineering graduates are ideally suited to work as design and maintenance engineers for healthcare facilities such as hospitals and clinics
- Manufacturer’s representatives and sales engineers: biomedical graduates have the technical knowledge required to communicate with a variety of healthcare professionals, which enables them to act as representatives for manufacturers and suppliers of medical equipment and services
- Design and development: biomedical engineering graduates can work in companies on the design, development and testing of medical devices and systems.
- Regulation: biomedical engineers can work in government agencies or medical device companies to ensure that medical devices and equipment meet regulatory requirements.
- Consultancy: biomedical engineering graduates can join consultancy agencies which provide advice for healthcare authorities regarding standards and quality evaluation of clinical facilities and services.