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The Biomedical Engineering programme was first started in 1997, under the auspices of the Dean’s office. Four years later, as the rank of staff starts to swell, we managed to break off from the care of the Dean’s office and form our own department. The years beginning from the late 1990s to early 2000 were challenging times where various changes had occurred in the education system, be it for better or for worse.

The original intake of 1997 to 1999 (three batches) were taken straight from form 5 where they had to study one year of preparatory course and three years of undergraduate studies. The 2000 and 2001 intake (two batches) on the other hand had to study 4 years on top of the foundation year. The 2002 intake was the first batch of students from the STPM / matriculation intake which is still maintained to this day.

It must be noted that under the leadership direction given by very senior professors (Prof. Ir. Dr. Wan Abu Bakar Wan Abas and YB Prof. Dato’ Dr. Goh Sing Yau), we managed to grow in strength throughout the years and have managed to obtain full accreditation for the 3+1 (3 years of engineering studies + 1 year of foundation studies) system, the 4+1 (4 years of engineering studies + 1 year of foundation study) system as well as the 4 years system.

There are many different taxonomic breakdowns within biomedical engineering such as bioinformatics, biomaterials, biomechanics, tissue engineering, neuroengineering and physiological measurements. The aim of the department is to produce professional engineers who are able to make technical decisions in the biomedical engineering field.

The department also established a research centre and specialized research laboratory in 2008. Center for Applied Biomechanics (CAB) and Centre for Innovation in Medical Engineering (CIME) are formed to enhance research activities in this department.

Head of Department:
       T: (603) 7967 4581
       F: (603) 7956 1378
       Email: fk_jkb@um.edu.my

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Mission

     The Department of Biomedical Engineering aspires: 
  • To develop graduates that possess the ability to acquire and apply knowledge in engineering fundamentals.
  • To design biomedical engineering systems, components or processes that can meet the needs of sustainable development. 
  • To identify and solve current and practical biomedical engineering problems.


Research Interest 

  • Design and fabrication of a compact disc platform for dengue virus detection based on ELISA.
  • Fundamental study on deep tendon reflex by kinematics analysis.
  • Study of the brain signals of mental fatigue.
  • Computer-based Malay vowel therapy system for speech impairment.
  • Fundamental study of differences between seal-in and locking liners on gait and comfort in transtibial amputees.
  • Fundamental study of engineering prosthesis by means of knee mechanism and interface socket stress measurement.
  • Heart valve tissue engineering from rat BMSC seeded on polycaprolactone trifumarate scaffold.
  • New method to fabricate a 3D scaffold from human amniotic membrane for cartilage tissue engineering applications.

Career Opportunity

  • Biomedical Engineer
  • Biomedical Equipment Engineer
  • Medical Science Officer
  • Researcher

Course Structure

This programme consists: 

Types of Courses

Credits

University Courses

20

Faculty Core Courses

12

 Department Core Courses

81

Department Elective Courses

35

TOTAL OF CREDIT

148

Intake Schedule

Semester I: September each year

  • Deadline for Malaysian applicants: April for Semester I intake
  • Deadline for International applicants: June for Semester I intake

Programme Coordinators

Dr. Tham Lai Kuan
Senior Lecturer
E: laikuan.tham@um.edu.my
T: 03-79674581


Guidebooks

Programmes Educational Objectives & Programme Outcomes

Programme Educational Objectives (PEO)

PEO1- Professionalism
Graduates establish themselves as practicing professionals in Biomedical Engineering or related fields.

PEO2- Continuous Personal Development
Graduates engage in lifelong pursuit of knowledge and interdisciplinary learning appropriate for industrial and academic careers.

PEO3- Societal Engagement
Graduates contribute to sustainable development and the well-being of society.


Programme Objectives (PO)


  1. Apply knowledge of mathematics, natural science, engineering fundamentals and Biomedical Engineering specialization as specified in WK1 to WK4 respectively to the solution of complex engineering problems.
  2. Identify, formulate, conduct research literature and analyse complex Biomedical Engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, natural sciences and engineering sciences (WK1 to WK4).
  3. Design solutions for complex Biomedical Engineering problems and design systems, components or processes that meet specified needs with appropriate consideration for public health and safety, cultural, societal, and environmental considerations (WK5).
  4. Conduct investigation of complex Biomedical Engineering problems using research-based knowledge (WK8) and research methods, including design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and synthesis of information to provide valid conclusions.
  5. Create, select and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and IT tools, including prediction and modelling, to complex Biomedical Engineering problems, with an understanding of the limitations (WK6).
  6. Apply reasoning informed by contextual knowledge to assess societal, health, safety, legal and cultural issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to professional engineering practice and solutions to complex Biomedical Engineering problems (WK7). 
  7. Understand and evaluate the sustainability and impact of professional engineering work in the solutions of complex Biomedical Engineering problems in societal and environmental contexts. (WK7).
  8. Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of engineering practice (WK7).
  9. Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse teams and in multidisciplinary settings.
  10. Communicate effectively on complex Biomedical Engineering activities with the engineering community and with society at large, such as being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear instructions.
  11. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of engineering management principles and economic decision-making and apply these to one’s own work, as a member and leader in a team, to manage projects in multidisciplinary environments.
  12. Recognise the need for, and have the preparation and ability to engage in independent and life-long learning in the broadest context of technological change.

Last Update: 14/08/2026