Department of Biomedical Engineering- LEJ Campus
The University established a Biomedical Engineering Department at the LEJ-NED Campus, a building gifted by the late Mr. Latif Ebrahim Jamal. The department was created to offer both BE (four-year) and MS (two-year) degree programs. This initiative was approved by the Syndicate in its 134th meeting on September 29, 2004.
What do Biomedical Engineers do?
The field of biomedical engineering is characterized by its dynamic and highly interdisciplinary nature, integrating principles from engineering and the life sciences. Its scope includes several critical sub-disciplines:
Rehabilitation Engineering: Focused on the conception and realization of devices and technologies for therapy and rehabilitation, including advanced prosthetics, orthotic systems, and assistive devices.
Biomaterials: Involves the research and assessment of synthetic and natural materials intended for safe and effective implantation within the human body.
Tissue Engineering & Regenerative Medicine: Aims to repair or regenerate damaged tissues and organs through the convergence of engineering, biology, and medicine.
Prosthetic Devices & Artificial Organs: Centered on the innovation of replacement and assistive technologies to replicate or enhance compromised bodily functions.
Clinical/Surgical Engineering: Dedicated to improving clinical outcomes through the design of specialized devices, systems, and procedural methodologies for medical interventions such as surgery.
Biomechanics: The application of mechanical principles—including forces, motion, and material properties—to biological systems at the cellular, tissue, organ, and organismal levels.
Physiological Modelling: Entails the development of quantitative, numerical models to simulate and analyze the behavior of complex physiological processes.
Biosensors, Instrumentation, and Analysis: Concerned with the development of sophisticated medical devices for the precise recording, monitoring, and interpretation of physiological signals.
Studying Biomedical Engineering
Embark on a journey at the intersection of technology and human health in our Biomedical Engineering department. Here, we build a robust foundation in engineering principles, coupled with deep knowledge of human anatomy and physiology. Our curriculum is designed to equip you with the skills to tackle real-world medical challenges. Through hands-on laboratories and capstone design projects, you will transform theoretical knowledge into tangible solutions, which will prepare you for a dynamic career where you will innovate, discover, and directly impact the future of patient care.
Career Opportunities
The field of biomedical engineering presents a robust and growing career pathway for the next decade. According to U.S Bureau of labour statistics, employment for biomedical engineers is set to grow 5 percent from 2024 to 2034, a rate that outpaces the average for all occupations. This growth is expected to generate approximately 1,300 new job openings each year. This sustained demand is fueled by an aging population's need for advanced medical devices such as hip and knee replacements and greater public awareness of medical innovations.
As a biomedical engineer, you will be at the forefront of this expansion, collaborating with healthcare experts and industry leaders to develop life-changing solutions for a wide range of health challenges. This is not just a career, it is an opportunity to enter a dynamic, high-impact profession dedicated to improving human health and well-being.