About this program
Biomedical Engineering
Innovate engineering principles and technologies to design ways of improving human and animal health and quality of life. Study anatomy, physiology and human kinetics, and courses in electronics, mechanics and computer science. Examine biosystems from molecular to a full-body scale to understand the repercussions of disease or injury. Pursue a rewarding career in public or private sectors of the healthcare industry.
Be part of medical innovation. The growing field of Biomedical Engineering fuses engineering design and problem solving to improve human health.
Biomedical Engineers apply the principles and technologies associated with engineering to design innovative ways to improve human health and quality of life. In this hands-on program, you will study anatomy, physiology and pathology as well as courses in electronics, mechanics, and computer science.
Examine bio-systems from molecular to a full body scale to understand what happens when something goes wrong, as in the case of injury or disease. Biomedical Engineering can also be an entry point into medical school.
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Admission requirements
Admission to semester one of a degree program and General Studies is available in the Fall semester only. A semester one degree applicant is defined as one who will receive fewer than 2.00 transfer credits upon admission.
For more information about admission requirements, please visit the university website.
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First Year
Fall Semsester
- General Chemistry I
- Engineering Analysis
- Engineering and Design I
- Calculus I
- Physics with Applications
Winter Semester
- General Chemistry II
- Introduction to Programming
- Introductory Electricity and Magnetism
- Calculus II
- Engineering Mechanics I
Beyond First Year
Biomedical Engineering provides students with a common base of knowledge essential to engineering, and then allows them to select from a menu of electives to attain a concentration of knowledge in one of three areas, or to choose electives which broaden their general knowledge base. Elective concentrations are available in the areas of biomechanics; biosignal processing; and pharmaceuticals. For an overview of all courses available in Biomedical Engineering, please consult the current Undergraduate Calendar.
Scholarships & funding
We offer several scholarships, for more information please visit our website.
Tuition
International fees - $30,500- $42,200CAD
Career paths
As a Biomedical Engineer, you can work in a variety of fields including research and development relating to medical equipment, injury prevention and rehabilitation, as well as treatment devices and diagnostic tools. Our graduates also pursue further education in biological engineering, mechanical engineering, or in professional programs such as medicine or dentistry.
- Manufacturing Engineer
- Software Engineer
- Medical Researcher
- Physician
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University of Guelph
The University of Guelph is ranked as one of Canada’s top comprehensive universities, with top marks in student experience. No matter where you're from, once you enrol at U of G, you’re part of a community – a network of...
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The university campus boats a gorgeous walking campus, stunning greenery and beautiful building and facilities.
With over 200 student clubs, 7 dining halls, 19 intramural sports and a 25,000 sq. foot fitness centre, you can see why we are recognized as a Canadian leader in student experience.
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