The Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering program, housed in the Electrical & Electronic Engineering Department, is in line with the vision of advancing education to drive biomedical engineering advancements. The MSc programme is founded on the belief that students should be equipped with knowledge and skills that meet national and international standards. The programme emphasizes on modern techniques in musculoskeletal biomechanics, bio fluid biomechanics, biomedical measurements and stimulation, biomedical data processing, management of medical equipments, medical imaging and analysis. The programme is designed to provide advanced competencies to graduates from electrical & electronic engineering, mechatronic engineering, mechanical engineering or biomedical engineering undergraduate programs, that will allow them to lead and spur innovation in society as engineers, consultants, educators and researchers. Since students learn best by hands-on learning and practical experiences, these learning styles are integrated into coursework and research. The coursework components of the MSc programme are created with the core competencies of the faculty in the School of Engineering. This allows for deeper practical engagement in core engineering matters and allows the faculty to engage as the students’ research mentors. In this way, the course work and research are seamlessly interwoven in the MSc programme. Furthermore, the MSc research projects address key national developmental goals. The program is an opportunity to provide the students with unique skills and tools on how to engage in national development.
At the end of the program the graduates should be able to acquire the following knowledge, skills & attitude:
- Apply knowledge and expertise in all thematic areas of biomedical engineering. Effectively identify problems, formulate and initiate research, interpret and critically analyse data and formulate adequate and sound solutions.
- Analyze engineering knowledge in the creation of innovative designs in biomedical engineering systems and components following established code of ethics.
- Participate in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary team.
- Employment of acceptable ethical principles in all aspects of engineering.
Program Details
At the end of the first year each MSc student will be expected to prepare a research proposal based on a real-world biomedical engineering problem and present it to the School of Engineering as part of the preliminary exam. Once the proposal is approved by the School Board of Examiners, the student will put into practice specialized knowledge in science and engineering that they have acquired, to solve research problems outlined in the research proposal. Students then prepare a dissertation based on their research findings, and upon completion, publicly present the work and defend the work in a closed session with their dissertation committee.
Academic Policies and Procedures
Academic policies and procedures are found in the MSc student handbook available in the departmental office.
Application to the Program
All application materials must be acquired and submitted online through the university academics website .
Admission Requirements
The following shall be eligible into admission for the degree of Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering:
- A holder of a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronic Engineering from DeKUT AND an upper second class honors or a cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.00 on a scale of 4.00 OR
- A holder of a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering, Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronic Engineering from another institution recognized by the DeKUT senate AND an upper second class honors or a cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.00 on a scale of 4.00 OR
- Any other related engineering qualification deemed as being an adequate prerequisite for the Masters of Science in Biomedical Degree approved by DeKUT Senate AND an upper second class honors or a cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.00 on a scale of 4.00.
The following shall be the alternative entry admission requirements for the degree of Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering:
A holder of a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronic Engineering from DeKUT, a holder of a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering, Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronic Engineering from another institution recognized by the DeKUT Senate OR any other related engineering qualification deemed as being an adequate prerequisite for the Masters of Science in Mechanical Degree approved by DeKUT Senate WITH a lower second-class honors or a cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.50 on a scale of 4.00 with additional relevant training, evidence of research capability either through research, paper presentations or peer reviewed publications and relevant working experience.