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University of Waterloo

Biomedical Engineering

Program Information

School:University of Waterloo
Faculty:Faculty of Engineering
Degree:Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
Field of Study:Biomedical/Medical Engineering
Description:Design bionic limbs. Create laser-guided surgical devices. Develop wearable tech to help athletes perform better. In Biomedical Engineering, you'll use engineering know-how to develop better ways to diagnose illnesses, treat health problems, and enhance health. You'll study biomechanics, physics, chemistry, and design. With that broad knowledge, you'll be able to collaborate with all kinds of different experts: biologists, medical practitioners, policy makers, and engineers, to name a few. Waterloo offers career preparation unlike any other university in Canada. You'll earn money, access North America's largest selection of co-op jobs, and graduate with 2 years of valuable work experience.
URL:Biomedical Engineering at University of Waterloo
Length:5 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
Scholarships:88
Careers:1

Admission Requirements

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*90 to 96
Prerequisites:*

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.

  •  Grade12 English (ENG4U) 
  •  Grade12 Advanced Functions 
  •  Grade12 Calculus and Vectors 
  •  Grade12 Chemistry 
  •  Grade12 Physics 

A minimum final grade of 70% is required in each of the prerequisite courses.

Additional Admission Requirements:
    Not an Ontario high school student?

    We'll accept equivalent courses from other provinces and systems of study. Visit Waterloo's website to view the specific requirements for your province or country.

    If your first language is not English, please refer to our English language requirements and eligible tests.

    * The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

    Modified on October 09, 2023