Biomedical Engineering and Requirements | Kenyatta University

Biomedical Engineering is one of the seven engineering programmes at the School of Engineering and Technology, Kenyatta University. It is one of the rarely taught engineering programme in Kenya. Remember this programme is not totally the same as Biomedical Science. 

Kenyatta University create the Department of Biomedical Engineering to graduate engineers with skill in the application of biological science and engineering to design, develop, repair and manage machines, tools and gadgets needed for the prompt and safe delivery of healthcare services. This programme is also refers to as Medical Engineering. All the expertise of a medical engineer is for the advancement of health sector. 


Detail of the Biomedical Engineering, Kenyatta University: 

  • Programme Title: Biomedical Engineering
  • School: Engineering and Technology 
  • Department: Biomedical Engineering 
  • Study Mode: Full Time 
  • Mode of Delivery: On-Campus 
  • Site of Delivery: Main Campus 
  • Duration of Study: Four (4) years 
  • Qualifications Awarded: Bachelor of Science Degree 
  • Accreditation: Commission for University Education (CUE) and Engineering Board of Kenya (EBK)

Entry Requirements for Energy Engineering Kenyatta University 

The minimum entry requirements for Bachelor of Science (BSc), Biomedical Engineering as listed below are for the holders of Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) and Diploma

KCSE Candidates 

  • Mathematics - B+   
  • Chemistry - B
  • English - B-    
  • Physics - B+

OR    

  • Mathematics - B+    
  • English - B-
  • Physical Science - B+

Holders of Diploma Qualifications

  • National Diploma holders in Engineering from recognized higher institution of learning.  

Job Prospect of Biomedical Engineers 

The work of the Biomedical Engineers abound in medical institutions, manufacturing companies, research institution and the universities and more taking up job responsibilities as Biomaterials Developer, Medical Technology Developer, Rehabilitation Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer Production Engineer, Doctors, Lecturers and more. 
 

Accreditation: 

This programme is accredited by the Engineering Board of Kenya (EBK) and the Commission for University Education (CUE)


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