Overview

Program Options

The Biomedical Engineering programme at the University of Cape Town is offered on a full-time basis only. Completion of the degree typically takes two years. Two streams are offered: Stream 1 - Degree on the basis of a dissertation, and Stream 2 - Degree based on coursework and minor dissertation. For Stream 1, coursework to be taken during the first year is regarded as preparation for the dissertation. For Stream 2, more extensive coursework is required during the first year and contributes to the overall mark.

The topic for the dissertation is chosen by the student, in consultation with a supervisor. The student will be required to provide regular written progress reports and oral presentations. Certain dissertation topics may be offered as a full dissertation only (Stream 1).

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Physiology for Biomedical Engineers

Biomechanics of the Musculoskeletal System

Medical Imaging and Image Processing

Biomedical Engineering Overview

Anatomy for Biomedical Engineers

Health Innovation and Design

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-02-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-31 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

88

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Credits

185 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Cape Town, South Africa

Disciplines

Bio & Biomedical Engineering View 4 other Masters in Bio & Biomedical Engineering in South Africa

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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

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88

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Other requirements

General requirements

An applicant shall not be admitted as a candidate for the MSc in Biomedical Engineering unless they:

hold a degree of Bachelor of Science in Engineering or an Honours degree in a quantitative discipline;

hold a qualification deemed by Senate to be equivalent; or

have in any other manner attained a level of competence which in the opinion of Senate is adequate for the purpose of admission as a candidate for the degree; and

have satisfied Senate that they have the necessary background and training to undertake an approved programme of work for the degree of master in the Faculty.

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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

43030 ZAR / year

≈ 43030 ZAR / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

32500 ZAR / year

≈ 32500 ZAR / year

Additional Details

International students must add the relevant Administrative Service Fee (ZAR 5300) /International Term fee to the cost of the typical fee.

Living costs

Cape Town

South Africa

9088 - 15529 ZAR / 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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Scholarships Information

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