Faculty of Electronic Engineering & Technology

Bachelor of Biomedical Electronic Engineering
with Honours

Programme Code: KBE | Duration: 4 Years | Mode: Full-time

Programme Overview

The Bachelor of Biomedical Electronic Engineering with Honours programme uniquely integrates electronic and mechanical engineering principles with biomedical sciences. Students learn to design, develop, and maintain medical devices, diagnostic instruments, and healthcare monitoring systems that improve patient care and quality of life.

This interdisciplinary programme covers electronics, signal processing, human physiology, and medical imaging, producing graduates capable of working at the intersection of engineering and healthcare. Students gain practical experience through hospital attachments and biomedical laboratory projects.

Programme HighlightsUnique interdisciplinary programme combining electronics and medical sciences
Hands-on experience with clinical-grade medical instrumentation
Hospital attachment and clinical exposure opportunities
Research collaboration with local hospitals and healthcare institutions
Specialisation in medical imaging, biosensors, and rehabilitation engineering

Programme Curriculum

Official Academic Curriculum 2025/2026, structured over 8 semesters (4 years) totalling 135 credit hours (102 Discipline Core & Elective, 17 Common Core, 16 University Requirement).

Year 1

Course Code	Course Name	Credit Hours
NMJ11303	Circuit Theory	3
NMJ10603	Electronic Engineering Skills	3
NMJ10004	Anatomy and Physiology	4
NMJ10103	Biochemistry	3
NMJ10903	Computer Programming	3
NMJ11503	Analog Electronic	3
NMJ10303	Digital Electronic 1	3
NMJ21003	Computer Aided Design	3
IMQ10103	Engineering Mathematics 1	3
IMQ10203	Engineering Mathematics 2	3
SMZ1XX01	Co-Curriculum 1	1
SMZ2XX01	Co-Curriculum 2	1
SMU13002	Philosophy and Current Issues	2
SMB20102	English for General Communication^[2]	2
SMU12102	Integrity and Anti-Corruption^[3]	2

Year 2

Course Code	Course Name	Credit Hours
NMJ21103	Engineering Mechanics	3
NMJ20103	Biomaterials	3
NMJ20303	Analog Electronics 2	3
NMJ21803	Electromagnetic Theory	3
NMJ20703	Signal and Systems	3
NMJ20203	Biomechanics	3
NMJ21304	Microcontrollers and Interfaces	4
IMQ20303	Engineering Mathematics 3	3
IMQ27103	Engineering Statistics	3
SMU13102	Appreciation of Ethics and Civilization	2
SMB31202	English for Technical Communication	2

Year 3 & Industrial Training

Course Code	Course Name	Credit Hours
NMJ31003	Mechanics of Materials	3
NMJ32903	Communication System	3
NMJ32804	Linear Control Systems	4
NMJ33103	Electrical Machines and Drives	3
NMJ30703	Safety, Standards and Ethics in Biomedical Engineering	3
NMJ32004	Integrated Design Project	4
NMJ30003	Bioinstrumentation 1	3
NMJ31303	Digital Signal Processing in Biomedical Applications	3
NMJ33003	Thermofluids	3
SMU22402	Engineering Entrepreneurship	2
SMB41002	University Malay Language^[4]	2
NMJ30905	Industrial Training (Break)	5

Year 4 – Specialisation & FYP

Course Code	Course Name	Credit Hours
NMJ41802	Final Year Project 1	2
NMJ41904	Final Year Project 2	4
NMJ40003	Bioinstrumentation 2	3
NMJ41003	Artificial Organs	3
NMJ41503	Medical Imaging	3
NMJ4XX03	Elective 1	3
NMJ4XX03	Elective 2	3
NMJ31603	Management for Engineers	3
NMJ30602	Professional Engineers	2

Elective 1: NMJ41303 Medical Image Processing, NMJ40103 Biosensor and BioMEMS.
Elective 2: NMJ40603 Artificial Intelligence, NMJ41603 Medical Robotics.
Audit course: SMB10102 Preparatory English^[1] (compulsory for students with MUET 2.5 and below / TOEFL 4.5 / IELTS 4.0 and below).

Programme Outcomes

PO1 – Knowledge: Apply knowledge of mathematics, natural science, computing and engineering fundamentals, and an engineering specialization as specified in WK1 to WK4 respectively to develop solutions to complex engineering problems.

PO2 – Problem Analysis: Identify, formulate, research literature and analyse complex engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, natural sciences and engineering sciences with holistic considerations for sustainable development.

PO3 – Design/Development of Solutions: Design creative solutions for complex engineering problems and design systems, components or processes to meet identified needs with appropriate consideration for public health and safety, whole-life cost, net zero carbon as well as resource, cultural, societal, and environmental considerations as required.

PO4 – Investigation: Conduct investigation of complex engineering problems using research methods including research-based knowledge, including design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and synthesis of information to provide valid conclusions.

PO5 – Tool Usage: Create, select and apply, and recognize limitations of appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and IT tools, including prediction and modelling, to complex engineering problems.

PO6 – The Engineer and the World: Analyse and evaluate sustainable development impacts to society, the economy, sustainability, health and safety, legal frameworks, and the environment, in solving complex engineering problems.

PO7 – Ethics: Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and norms of engineering practice and adhere to relevant national and international laws. Demonstrate an understanding of the need for diversity and inclusion.

PO8 – Individual and Collaborative Teamwork: Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse and inclusive teams and in multidisciplinary, face-to-face, remote and distributed settings.

PO9 – Communication: Communicate effectively and inclusively on complex 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, taking into account cultural, language, and learning differences.

PO10 – Project Management: Apply 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, and to manage projects in multidisciplinary environments.

PO11 – Lifelong Learning: Recognise the need for, and have the preparation and ability for i) independent and life-long learning ii) adaptability to new and emerging technologies and iii) critical thinking in the broadest context of technological change.

Career Prospects

Biomedical Electronic Engineering graduates are uniquely positioned to serve the rapidly growing healthcare technology sector in Malaysia and globally.

Biomedical Engineer Medical Device Design Engineer Medical Imaging Specialist Hospital Equipment Specialist Healthcare IT Developer Rehabilitation Engineer Medical R&D Researcher Regulatory Affairs Specialist Healthcare Consultant

Graduates are employed by Ministry of Health Malaysia, private hospitals, medical device manufacturers (Philips, Siemens Healthineers, GE Healthcare, AMBU, Dräger), pharmaceutical companies, and research institutions.

Programme Details

Award	Bachelor with Honours
Duration	4 Years (8 Semesters)
Mode	Full-time
Credit Hours	135 Credit Hours
Language	English / Bahasa Malaysia
Accreditation	EAC / MQA (Washington Accord)
BEM Registration	Eligible (Graduate Engineer)

Entry Requirements

STPM / A-Level: Grade C in Mathematic T and Physics/Chemistry/Biology (Candidates using Chemistry/Biology at STPM level must obtain at least Pass (Grade E) in Physics at SPM level)

Diploma: CGPA ≥ 2.50 in Electronic/Biomedical/Mechatronic/Computer/others Engineering

Matriculation: Grade C in Mathematics and Physics/Chemistry/Biology/Basic Engineering/Civil Engineering/Mechanical Engineering/Electrical & Electronic Engineering/Computer Science/Computing/Programming

Enquiries

fkten@unimap.edu.my

04-988 5509 / 5515

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Bachelor of Biomedical Electronic Engineeringwith Honours