Master of Bioinformatics (Research) (Environmental Science and Engineering) at University of South Australia

The School of Architecture and Built Environment has an international reputation for pioneering problem-based, research-led and online learning in its programs. The School provides unique learning environments, both online and on campus; our students are part of a dynamic and professional community of exceptional scholars, researchers and practitioners. We give our students the tools and practical knowledge to become creative, innovative, well trained graduates, fully equipped to turn visions into reality. Our degrees are all accredited by their respective peak national professional bodies and our graduates are highly sought after.

The Master of Engineering Science (Biomedical) equips students with the skills to investigate, plan, design, manufacture and maintain systems and equipment that are used in all aspects of health care. Throughout the course, there is a strong emphasis on practical skills and teamwork. Graduates often work in multi-disciplinary teams with health professionals and medical specialists in hospitals and public and private sector organisations. They use their professional skills and knowledge in the systematic development of complex systems with particular emphasis on biomedical systems. This includes the design or production of: a wide range of sophisticated diagnostic and therapeutic medical equipment in hospitals devices to assist in home-based health care and rehabilitation, including prosthetic and biomechanical devices.

The Master of Engineering (Biomedical) capitalises on the growing opportunities for biomedical engineers caused by various factors including the demand for increasingly sophisticated medical technology to support the quality of life of an ageing population, and the demand for devices to improve health and fitness particularly within elite sports. If you already have an undergraduate engineering degree and would like to broaden your expertise or specialise in the field of biomedical engineering as a practising engineer, Flinders University's biomedical engineering course is designed to meet your needs. These courses focus on Flinders University's strengths in biomedical engineering that distinguish us from most other Australian universities. This is demonstrated by the fact that Flinders biomedical engineer Professor Karen Reynolds was named in the Top 100 Most Influential Engineers in Australia for 2012, 2013 and 2015. The courses integrate with the strong and active research and development program in biomedical engineering within the College of Science and Engineering, often carried out in conjunction with the College of Medicine and Public Health. The College of Science and Engineering also hosts the University's Medical Device Research Institute.