The Bachelor of Engineering Science in Biomedical Engineering at Wits is a three-year pre-professional degree that combines engineering, medicine, and biology to address healthcare challenges. The programme covers physiology, molecular and cell biology, electronics, signals and systems, biomedical measurement and imaging, and transport phenomena, preparing graduates to work at the frontier of medical technology development. This degree is offered within the School of Electrical and Information Engineering and serves as a bridge to professional qualifications in medicine (MBBCh) or electrical/information engineering. South Africa's healthcare technology needs — from rural diagnostic equipment to advanced hospital systems — create meaningful career opportunities for Wits Biomedical Engineering graduates.
English Home Language or English First Additional Language: Level 5
Mathematics: Level 5
Physical Sciences: Level 5
APS: 42
Medical Devices Engineer – Designs and tests diagnostic and therapeutic medical devices for South African hospitals and global health organisations, ensuring compliance with SAHPRA regulatory requirements.
Clinical Engineer – Manages medical technology within South African hospitals, overseeing the installation, calibration, and maintenance of imaging systems, patient monitors, and life-support equipment.
Healthcare IT Specialist – Develops electronic health record systems, telemedicine platforms, and hospital information systems for South Africa’s public and private healthcare sectors.
Biomedical Research Scientist – Conducts laboratory and computational research on physiological systems and disease models, contributing to South Africa’s medical research institutions such as the NICD and MRC.
Medical Imaging Engineer – Develops and maintains MRI, CT, and ultrasound imaging systems in South African hospitals, applying signal processing and image reconstruction expertise.
