Medical Devices
Offered as a track or elective set at many universities in Australia.
🇦🇺 1.5–2 years (coursework) · February (Semester 1)
Masters in Biomedical Engineering in Australia
Biomedical Engineering applies engineering to medicine: medical devices, biomaterials, imaging, biomechanics and regulatory pathways, usually with lab or clinical projects. Here is how studying it in Australia works for Indian students — universities and costs in rupees, eligibility, careers and work rights.
- University shortlist
- ₹25–45 lakh per year
- Intakes: February (Semester 1)
- Post-study work
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Quick answer
Masters in Biomedical Engineering in Australia: what does it cost and is it worth it?
A master's in Biomedical Engineering in Australia usually takes 1.5–2 years (coursework). Tuition is ≈ AUD 30,000 – 55,000 per year. After graduating: subclass 485: typically 2 years (bachelor's/master's), 3 years (PhD).
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Masters in Biomedical Engineering in Australia at a glance
- Duration
- 1.5–2 years (coursework)
- Tuition (international)
- ≈ AUD 30,000 – 55,000 per year
- Living costs
- Living-cost evidence at the current Home Affairs rate, plus OSHC health cover
- Typical budget
- ₹25–45 lakh per year
- Intakes
- February (Semester 1), July (Semester 2), some November
- English tests
- IELTS, PTE or TOEFL (Duolingo not accepted for the visa)
- GRE / GMAT
- GRE is almost never required for coursework master's programs
- Post-study work
- Subclass 485: typically 2 years (bachelor's/master's), 3 years (PhD)
Overview
Why study Biomedical Engineering in Australia?
Biomedical Engineering applies engineering to medicine: medical devices, biomaterials, imaging, biomechanics and regulatory pathways, usually with lab or clinical projects.
Australia offers post-study work visa of 2–3 years, two main intakes (February and July) and strong demand in healthcare, engineering, IT and accounting.
Universities
Universities to consider in Australia
Universities we cover in Australia, lowest cost first — check each for a Biomedical Engineering program.
Specialisations
Popular Biomedical Engineering specialisations
Biomaterials & Tissue Engineering
Offered as a track or elective set at many universities in Australia.
Medical Imaging
Offered as a track or elective set at many universities in Australia.
Biomechanics
Offered as a track or elective set at many universities in Australia.
Neural Engineering
Offered as a track or elective set at many universities in Australia.
Eligibility
Entry requirements
Usual expectations — each university sets its own minimums.
Get this checklist on WhatsApp- Bachelor's: B.Tech/BE in Biomedical, Electronics, Mechanical or Instrumentation
- Bachelor's: B.Tech in Biotechnology (some programs)
- Prerequisite: Calculus and differential equations
- Prerequisite: Physics
- Prerequisite: Basic biology
- English: IELTS, PTE or TOEFL (Duolingo not accepted for the visa)
- GRE/GMAT: GRE is almost never required for coursework master's programs
Careers
Careers after Biomedical Engineering in Australia
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
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It can be, if cost, university and career plan line up. Australia offers post-study work visa of 2–3 years. Typical roles afterwards include Biomedical Engineer, Medical Device R&D Engineer and Regulatory Affairs Specialist.
Many universities in Australia offer it; we shortlist based on your profile and budget.
Plan for ₹25–45 lakh per year.
Most universities accept b.Tech/BE in Biomedical, Electronics, Mechanical or Instrumentation and b.Tech in Biotechnology (some programs), with calculus and differential equations, physics and basic biology, plus IELTS, PTE or TOEFL (Duolingo not accepted for the visa).
Subclass 485: typically 2 years (bachelor's/master's), 3 years (PhD). During your studies: 48 hours per fortnight during study periods.
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