C09074v2 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Bachelor of Medical Science
Award(s): Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in (name of Engineering major) (BE(Hons))Bachelor of Medical Science (BMedSc)
UAC code: 609370 (Autumn session)
CRICOS code: 084095D
Commonwealth supported place?: Yes
Load credit points: 246
Course EFTSL: 5.125
Location: City campus
Overview
Course aims
Career options
Course intended learning outcomes
Admission requirements
Assumed knowledge
Recognition of prior learning
Course duration and attendance
Course structure
Course completion requirements
Course program
Rules and regulations
Levels of award
Honours
Transfer between UTS courses
Professional recognition
Other information
Overview
This combined degree is designed to provide opportunities for students interested in medical science, the scientific basis of engineering and technology, and the technology itself.
There is a strong interrelation between the progress of engineering and developments in science, and a demonstrated need for professionals with a strong understanding and experience in both areas.
A strong professional focus ensures graduates of this course learn the skills employers want with a solid link between theory and practice and the benefits of hands-on experience.
This combined degree can be completed in less time than would be required to complete the two degrees separately.
Course aims
This course aims to produce graduates with professional qualifications in medical science and engineering who are well prepared to pursue a career in either field, or one that combines the skills of both.
Career options
Career options include positions in biotechnology, communications, construction, energy and resource exploration and development, environmental protection and management, materials technology, mathematical modelling, medical technology and instrumentation, molecular biology, nanotechnology and transportation.
Course intended learning outcomes
| FEIT A.1 | Historically and Culturally Informed about Indigenous Knowledge Systems: FEIT graduates are culturally and historically well informed, able to co-design projects as respectful professionals when working in and with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. |
| FEIT B.1 | Socially Responsible: Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) graduates identify, engage, interpret and analyse stakeholder needs and cultural perspectives, establish priorities and goals, and identify constraints, uncertainties and risks (social, ethical, cultural, legislative, environmental, economics etc.) to define the system requirements. |
| FEIT C.1 | Design Oriented: Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) graduates apply research, problem solving, design and decision-making methodologies to develop components, systems and processes to meet specified requirements. |
| FEIT D.1 | Technically Proficient: Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) graduates apply abstraction, mathematics and discipline fundamentals, software, tools and techniques to evaluate, implement and operate systems. |
| FEIT E.1 | Collaborative and Communicative: Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) graduates work as an effective member or leader of diverse teams, communicating effectively and operating within cross-disciplinary and cross-cultural contexts. |
| FEIT F.1 | Reflective: Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) graduates critically self-review their performance to improve themselves and their teams. They take responsibility and accountability for their own life long learning. |
| SCI. 1.1 | Apply: Identify how disease can arise and disrupt normal physiological function. |
| SCI. 1.2 | Analyse: Select and appraise the technology and tools to detect and diagnose diseases. |
| SCI. 1.3 | Synthesise: Combine the principles of precision medicine and human genetics to solving problems and analysing case studies in the medical field. |
| SCI. 2.1 | Apply: Demonstrate experimental design and sampling to design appropriate studies to test hypotheses addressing medical science investigations. |
| SCI. 2.2 | Analyse: Examine and use appropriate scientific tools in the design and execution of medical science research. |
| SCI. 2.3 | Synthesise: Think and work creatively to bring new perspectives and solutions to current and emerging medical science challenges. |
| SCI. 3.1 | Apply: Identify health and medical solutions for local and the global communities. |
| SCI. 3.2 | Analyse: Demonstrate ethical practice in medical science sector. |
| SCI. 3.3 | Synthesise: Work responsibly, safely, and with respect to diversity, within ethical, academic, and regulatory frameworks relevant to medical science. |
| SCI. 4.1 | Apply: Engage in reflective practices as a lifelong learner and incorporate these into everyday practice as a medical scientist. |
| SCI. 4.2 | Analyse: Evaluate and critically appraise current evidence-based literature to determine best practices, and gaps in medical research and knowledge. |
| SCI. 4.3 | Synthesise: Work creatively to translate the results of medical research to improve the clinical care of patients and/or the mechanisms of disease. |
| SCI. 5.1 | Apply: Communicate medical science effectively in a number of multimedia forms to a wide range of audiences. |
| SCI. 5.2 | Analyse: Establish high-quality writing and oral skills to effectively communicate reports and other relevant ideas to a range of audiences. |
| SCI. 5.3 | Synthesise: Practice the requirements for presentation of research data through preparation of oral and written works. |
| SCI. 6.1 | Apply: Identify how diagnostic procedures impact Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities. |
| SCI. 6.2 | Analyse: Examine the unique health needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. |
| SCI. 6.3 | Synthesise: Incorporate knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities when engaging as professionals in the health sector, as technicians, practitioners, and colleagues. |
Key
SCI = Science course intended learning outcomes (CILOs)
Admission requirements
Applicants must have completed an Australian Year 12 qualification, Australian Qualifications Framework Diploma, or equivalent Australian or overseas qualification at the required level.
Current school leavers are advised to complete the Year 12 Engineering and IT Questionnaire. The questionnaire allows applicants to demonstrate their strong motivation to study engineering or IT at UTS and may assist applicants whose ATAR falls short of the required cut-off by up to three points.
Non-current school leavers are advised to complete the employment question on their UAC application as adjustment factors may be applied on the basis of relevant work experience.
The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: Academic IELTS: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL: paper based: 550-583 overall with TWE of 4.5, internet based: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; or AE5: Pass; or PTE: 58-64; or CAE: 176-184.
Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.
International students
Visa requirement: To obtain a student visa to study in Australia, international students must enrol full time and on campus. Australian student visa regulations also require international students studying on student visas to complete the course within the standard full-time duration. Students can extend their courses only in exceptional circumstances.
Assumed knowledge
HSC Mathematics Extension 1; Physics; and English (Standard).
English (Advanced) is recommended. For the civil engineering majors, Chemistry is recommended. For the software engineering major, a sound knowledge of the fundamentals of programming is recommended.
Recognition of prior learning
Students who have previously undertaken relevant study at a recognised tertiary education institution may be eligible for recognition of prior learning (RPL) if the subjects completed are deemed by the faculty to be equivalent to subjects in the course. Study completed more than 10 years prior to the date of admission cannot be recognised. Limits apply to the number of credit points of RPL granted.
Course duration and attendance
This course is offered over five years full time, 10 years part time, or six years full time with honours.
Full-time attendance involves approximately 24 hours each week at the university, which allows a full stage of the course to be completed in one session. Part-time attendance involves approximately 12 hours each week at the university, which allows a full stage to be completed in one year. It is expected that employers will release part-time students for at least one half-day a week for attendance at classes.
Course structure
Students are required to complete 246 credit points, comprising 168 credit points in engineering and 78 credit points in medical science. The engineering component consists of core (48 credit points), major (field of practice) (114 credit points) and professional engineering practice (6 credit points). The medical science component represents a specific medical science strand.
The engineering major is selected at the time of admission; however, it is possible to apply to change major at a later date. Students selecting the flexible major should decide by the end of the first year of full-time study whether to transfer to a designated major or continue with the flexible program.
Graduation from the medical science component of the combined degree is not possible prior to completion of all components of the combined degree. Students wishing to graduate with a Bachelor of Medical Science prior to completion of the engineering component of the combined degree must apply for transfer to the Bachelor of Medical Science (C10184) single degree program where they must complete all requirements for the stand-alone single degree version.
Similarly, if a student wishes to graduate from the engineering component of the combined degree prior to completion of the medical science component they must apply for transfer to the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (C09066) single degree program where they must complete all requirements for the stand-alone single degree version, including the Engineering Work Experience subject.
Further, students wishing to graduate from the engineering component of the combined degree prior to completion of the medical science component must have completed at least 60 credit points of the medical science major (STM90348).
Industrial training/professional practice
Students are required to undertake a minimum of 12 weeks of engineering work experience.
A Diploma in Professional Engineering Practice is also available; it requires the additional completion of two six-month internships and the professional engineering practice program.
Course completion requirements
| STM90106 Core subjects | 48cp | |
| CBK90176 Major choice (Engineering) | 114cp | |
| STM90348 Core subjects (Medical Science) | 78cp | |
| STM90994 Professional Engineering Practice stream | 6cp | |
| Total | 246cp |
Course program
The sample program below shows a suggested sequence of subjects for the mechatronic engineering major for a full-time student commencing the course in Autumn session. Students in other majors follow a similar sequence. The program is intended as a guide only and does not take into account such factors as recognition of prior learning, changes in attendance mode and subject availability, or satisfactory academic progress. Students should consult the Timetable Planner to confirm the availability of subjects in the current academic year.
| List of engineering majors | ||
| MAJ03025 Civil Engineering | 114cp | |
| MAJ03517 Data Engineering | 114cp | |
| MAJ03028 Electrical Engineering | 114cp | |
| MAJ03525 Electronic Engineering | 114cp | |
| MAJ03030 Mechanical Engineering | 114cp | |
| MAJ03505 Mechatronic Engineering | 114cp | |
| MAJ03522 Software Engineering | 114cp | |
| CBK90036 No specified major (Engineering) | 114cp | |
| Mechatronic Engineering major, Autumn commencing, full time | ||
| Year 1 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| 33130 Mathematical Modelling 1 | 6cp | |
| 48610 Introduction to Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering | 6cp | |
| 68037 Physical Modelling | 6cp | |
| 65111 Chemistry 1 | 6cp | |
| Spring session | ||
| 33230 Mathematical Modelling 2 | 6cp | |
| 48510 Introduction to Electrical and Electronic Engineering | 6cp | |
| 48230 Engineering Communication | 6cp | |
| 65212 Chemistry 2 | 6cp | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| 48620 Fundamentals of Mechanical Engineering | 6cp | |
| 48621 Manufacturing Engineering | 6cp | |
| 41035 Engineering Practice Preparation 1 | 3cp | |
| 48520 Electronics and Circuits | 6cp | |
| 91161 Cell Biology and Genetics | 6cp | |
| Spring session | ||
| 48240 Design and Innovation Fundamentals | 6cp | |
| 48331 Mechanics of Solids | 6cp | |
| 48640 Machine Dynamics | 6cp | |
| 91400 Human Anatomy and Physiology | 6cp | |
| Year 3 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| 48600 Mechanical Design 1 | 6cp | |
| 48622 Mechatronics 1 | 6cp | |
| 91320 Metabolic Biochemistry | 6cp | |
| 91314 General Microbiology | 6cp | |
| Spring session | ||
| 48642 Strength of Engineering Materials | 6cp | |
| 48660 Dynamics and Control | 6cp | |
| 91175 Evidence-based Medical Science | 6cp | |
| 91239 Human Pathophysiology | 6cp | |
| Year 4 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| 48623 Mechatronics 2 | 6cp | |
| 48650 Mechanical Design 2 | 6cp | |
| 91703 Physiological Systems | 6cp | |
| 91707 Pharmacology 1 | 6cp | |
| Spring session | ||
| 48260 Engineering Project Management | 6cp | |
| 41012 Programming for Mechatronic Systems | 6cp | |
| 41014 Sensors and Control for Mechatronic Systems | 6cp | |
| 41028 Engineering Work Experience | 0cp | |
| 91709 Pharmacology 2 | 6cp | |
| Year 5 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| 48250 Engineering Economics and Finance | 6cp | |
| 41029 Engineering Research Preparation | 6cp | |
| 48531 Electromechanical Automation | 6cp | |
| 41055 Engineering Workplace Reflection | 3cp | |
| 91706 Neuroscience | 6cp | |
| Spring session | ||
| 48270 Entrepreneurship and Commercialisation | 6cp | |
| 41013 Robotics | 6cp | |
| 41030 Engineering Capstone | 6cp | |
| 91705 Medical Devices and Diagnostics | 6cp | |
Rules and regulations
Commencing students are required to complete the mathematics readiness survey to determine the most appropriate first-year mathematics subject to undertake.
Levels of award
The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) may be awarded with first or second class honours, which does not require an additional honours year.
Honours
An honours program in medical science (C09031) is available, which involves an extra year of full-time study. The honours program is designed to introduce students to more advanced coursework and to research work in medical sciences. It allows selected students to continue with postgraduate studies if desired and enhances their employment prospects.
Transfer between UTS courses
Students in this combined degree may transfer to the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Diploma in Professional Engineering Practice (C09067) or the Bachelor of Medical Science (C10184). International students may transfer to the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (C09066).
Professional recognition
The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) is accredited by Engineers Australia at the Graduate Professional Engineer level. The degree is recognised internationally by signatories to the Washington Accord.
Other information
Further information is available from:
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