Jobs in the medical engineering field are on the rise due to a strong fous on research and development in medical technologies, the expanding healthcare industry, and ongoing advancements in medical tech and devices (Engineers Australia Labour Market Overview). 

 

With a medical engineering degree from QUT, you’ll join a dynamic and growing industry that’s changing the future of healthcare. From ensuring the safe operation of medical equipment, to designing and developing innovative medical devices, you’ll apply your engineering expertise to improve global health outcomes. 

 

QUT staff, students and alumni are leaders in the dynamic field of medical engineering. Some of our graduates who have gone on to achieve amazing things include Daniel Timms, founder of the world’s first artificial heart, and Chris Jeffries, founder and CEO of medical device company Field Orthopaedics. 

 

You’ll develop your skills in our advanced engineering labs, guided by Australia's leading biomedical engineers. Our Centre for Biomedical Technolgies conducts world-leading research in tissue engineering, biomechanics, medical imaging and medical robotics to make advances that will shape the future of healthcare. 

 

Apply what you learn through exclusive work placements and exciting research projects with our clinical and industry partners, including Brisbane’s biggest hospitals and medical device start-ups. This includes taking a real-life problem and working with your peers over a semester to develop a solution. 

 

With sought-after skills and experience, you can choose to work in Brisbane’s vibrant and growing health and medical tech industry, or explore opportunities in diverse roles overseas.