Biomedical Engineering University of Ottawa

Overview

The Biomedical Engineering programme at the University of Ottawa provides a comprehensive research-based education that bridges the gap between engineering innovation and medical application. Students benefit from the combined expertise of multiple academic units, fostering a rich environment for multidisciplinary discovery. This joint initiative ensures access to extensive facilities and expert supervision across two major institutions.

Why Biomedical Engineering at the University of Ottawa?

The programme is part of the Ottawa-Carleton Institute of Biomedical Engineering, which integrates the strengths of the Faculty of Engineering and prominent medical research centres. Students gain access to world-class facilities at both the University of Ottawa and Carleton University, including the University of Ottawa Heart Institute and the Eye Institute. Research is conducted in five primary fields: medical instrumentation, biomedical image processing, biomechanics and biomaterials, medical informatics, and telemedicine.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: CAD 10502 per semester
• National fee: CAD 3154 per semester

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

The curriculum requires the completion of compulsory coursework, a seminar series, and a research thesis. Modules may include:

• Biomedical Engineering
• Biomedical Instrumentation
• Medical Imaging Modalities
• Biomechanics of Movement
• Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering
• Synthetic Membranes in Biomedical Engineering
• Robotics: Control, Sensing and Intelligence
• Digital Signal Processing
• Theory of Turbulence

Careers with Biomedical Engineering

Graduates are prepared for professional roles in the healthcare technology sector, medical device manufacturing, and clinical environments. The programme's focus on research and technical proficiency enables alumni to pursue careers in medical instrumentation design, biomechanical analysis, and medical informatics. Many graduates also continue their academic development through doctoral studies or transition into regulatory affairs and quality assurance within the life sciences industry.