Overview

The taught modules highlight the design and manufacturing process of medical implants, considering the importance of biointerfaces between biological tissue and the implant. The master degree in Biomedical Engineering (Joint Programme) is offered by the University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland.

Students get to know biomaterials used for implants, learn how to assess its biocompatibility and to characterize and engineer surfaces for biomedical applications. In addition, the design and implementation of embedded systems for active electronic implants and medical devices is covered as well as therapeutic applications based on surgical robotics.

Further modules emphasize on the use of mathematical techniques for optimization, simulation, modelling applied to clinical problems as well as medical image analysis. As medical devices are subject to European directives and national laws, students will be introduced into regulatory and quality aspects of the entire development process.

Career Development

After completing their studies, graduates predominantly work as engineers in the medtech sector.

Their quality assurance and data management competencies equip them to assume leadership roles straight away.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Implant Design and Manufacturing

Sensors and Signal Processing

Medical Device Development

Surgical Robotics

Biointerface Engineering

Optimisation Methods

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-30 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Basel, Switzerland

Disciplines

Bio & Biomedical Engineering View 8 other Masters in Bio & Biomedical Engineering in Switzerland

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Graduates with an excellent Bachelor's degree are admitted directly if they:

hold a Bachelor's degree in a related technical field from a university of applied sciences with a mark of A, B or >= 5 or an equivalent mark (>= good)

or demonstrate an equivalent background (BSc) and practical experience

and have excellent English skills.

Prospective students who meet most but not all of the entry requirements are invited to interview.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

10000 CHF / year

≈ 10000 CHF / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

1500 CHF / year

≈ 1500 CHF / year

Living costs

Basel

Switzerland

1615 - 2332 CHF / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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