Announcement
Important note: Our website has been updated on 25 January, 2021.
Government funded fellowship scheme for local (Hong Kong) CUHK-MScBME students (2021-22 intake)
While the government recognises biomedical engineering (BME) as one the strategic economic sectors for Hong Kong, a number of fellowship places, with each representing a maximum subsidy of programme fee up to HK$120,000 per student, are now available for the 2021-22 academic year and beyond.
Prospective students who hold HK permanent residence are invited to apply. The award of the fellowships will take into account the students' academic achievements, professional qualifications, relevant working experience and achievements in other areas, language proficiency, interview performance as well as the proposals submitted by the students with special attention to their personal statement on how they can contribute to the priority areas of Hong Kong after completing the programme.
Submission of application still uses CUHK's online application platform, except that fellowship applicants are expected to upload additional information as stipulated by the assessment criteria, i.e. academic records, resume summarising work experience and achievements, and a personal statement.
For CUHK-MScBME, the application deadline is 31 March 2021. Screening of fellowship applicants will start immediately after deadline.
For more details of the Scheme, please refer to GSO website: Targeted Taught Postgraduate Fellowships Scheme
Overview
Programme Information 理學碩士課程
Biomedical Engineering (BME) is a dynamic, interdisciplinary and rapidly advancing profession that addresses the technological needs of healthcare and related areas.
With an ageing world population, especially those of Hong Kong and China, and rising demand for better disease treatments, emerging health concerns associated with modern living style and continuous expansion of new medical technologies, BME professionals have promising career prospects in hospitals, R&D of healthcare technology, medical device manufacturing and sales, and service management.
This programme offers courses that cover a range of essential topics within BME including biochemical technology, medical imaging, bioinformatics, biomechanics, bionanotechnology, rehabilitation, prosthetics, medical instrumentation and medical device regulatory affairs. Administrated by the Department of Biomedical Engineering, which is the first BME department established in Hong Kong, this programme is taught by faculty members from Faculty of Medicine, School of Life Sciences and Faculty of Engineering. Students are exposed to latest technical contents by practicing specialists.
生物醫學工程 (BME) 致力於醫療保健及相關領域的技術需求發展，是一個充滿活力、跨學科和迅速發展的行業。
隨著世界人口老化 (特別是香港和中國)， 疾病治療標準持續提高，現代生活方式引起的健康問題日益嚴重，新型醫療設備的需求相繼不斷擴大，生物醫學工程(BME)專業人才在醫院、醫療保健技術研發、醫療器械製造和銷售以及服務管理上的發展機會大幅提升。
香港中文大學生物醫學工程理學碩士課程是由首間在香港成立的生物醫學工程學系舉辦。本課程邀請了來自醫學院，生命科學學院和工程學院的教授授課，內容涵蓋了生物科學、醫學及工程等一系列的重要課題，其中包括生物化學技術、生物信息學、生物力學、生物納米技術、醫學成像、康復、假肢、醫療器械和醫療器械監管等。學生可在課堂中接觸到不同範疇的專業人士，從而獲取最新資訊及技術內容。
Mission 使命
- To be the premier source of well-educated biomedical engineers in the broad fields of medical devices, biosensors, bioinformatics, biomaterials, medical biotechnologies, and to nurture future leaders in the field of biomedical engineering.
- 在醫療儀器、生物感測器、生物資訊、生物材料、醫學生物科技的廣闊領域中，培育一群受良好培訓的生物醫學工程師作先驅，以及在生物醫學工程學裡栽培未來的領袖。
For more detail, please click:
New Leaflet of Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering
香港中文大學生物醫學工程理學碩士課程簡介
Information Session
Online ZOOM Information Session
Date: 27 February, 2021 (Sat)
Time: 2:30p.m. (Hong Kong Time)
Meeting ID: 930 4530 8904
Zoom path: https://cuhk.zoom.us/j/93045308904
Registration for Information Session: https://forms.gle/7eVi2AXyseiS9yAK8
Graduation Requirements
Students are required to obtain a total of 30 units with all in pass grades for graduation. (applicable for 2019 intake and thereafter)
- Required courses: 6 units (BMEG 5710 and BMEG 5720)
- Elective courses: 24 units
Total: 30 units
Students may take all 10 taught courses OR 8 taught courses + MSc Project
Curriculum Structure
Required courses
| Code | Title | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| BMEG5710 | Introduction to Biomedical Engineering | 3 |
| BMEG5720 | Basic Biomedical Science | 3 |
Elective courses**
| Code | Title | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| BMEG5530 | Tissue Engineering | 3 |
| BMEG5540 | BioMEMS and Biophotonics | 3 |
| BMEG5730 | Medical Devices and Sensor Networks | 3 |
| BMEG5750 | Medical Robotics | 3 |
| BMEG5760 | Bioelectronics and Nanotechnology | 3 |
| BMEG5790 | Bioinformatics | 3 |
| BMEG5820 | Virtual Medicine and Computer Aided Surgery | 3 |
| BMEG5830 | Medical Imaging | 3 |
| BMEG5840 | Biomedical Engineering Laboratories | 3 |
| BMEG5850 | Medcial Device Regulatory Affairs and Intellectual Property | 3 |
| BMEG5860 | E-Health Technologies | 3 |
| *BMEG5920 *BMEG5930 |
MSc Project I MSc Project II |
6 |
Remarks:
- Each course requires one evening class per week over a 13-week semester.
*MSc project is 6-unit 2-semester course with each student working on ONE topic under the supervision of a faculty member. Student must complete BMEG5920 and BMEG5930 at the same academic year. - Students are allowed to take up TWO elective courses from the following specified group; subject to approval of Divisions/Units concerned.
☛ School of Life Sciences, CUHK
☛ Other Division from Faculty of Engineering, CUHK**Offering of elective taught courses are subject to needs and availability**
Study mode
Department of Biomedical Engineering offers both part-time and full-time mode study on Master of Science Programme in Biomedical Engineering.
Full-Time Mode Study (2020-21)
- Normative Study Period *: 1 year
- Maximum Study Period: 3 years
- Tuition Fee: **HK$165,000 (by 2 installments) for the whole programme, HK$5,500 per unit.
Part-Time Mode Study (2020-21)
- Normative Study Period *: 3 years
- Maximum Study Period: 4 years
- Tuition Fee: **HK$165,000 (by 5 installments) for the whole programme, HK$5,500 per unit.
Remarks: * A student who cannot complete all programme requirements within the normative study period shall write to the Graduate School for continuation of study beyond the normative study period, and will be requested to pay fees as required.
** Students may benefit substantial tuition fee reduction up to HK$33,000 through several award schemes based on their academic performance (see below "Project Award Scheme")
Project Award Scheme
The following awards will be offered to students who have demonstrated outstanding performance in research and development activities (applicable for 2019 intake and thereafter).
Project Excellence Award: HK$18,000
- Students who have achieved grade B+ or above in MSc Project
Research Excellence Award: HK$10,000
- Eligibility for Application: First author of a publication in an international peer-reviewed journal based on his/her work conducted in MSc Project
(for current students or alumni within 2 years after the date of graduation)
International Conference Scholarship: HK$5,000
- Eligibility for Application: Acceptance of an abstract submitted as the first author to an international conference outside of Greater China Region based on the students’ work conducted in MSc Project
(for current students or alumni within 2 years after the date of graduation)
Entry Requirement
1. Qualifications for Admission:
The applicant should have
- graduated from a recognized university and obtained a Bachelor's degree in a relevant Engineering, Science, or Medical discipline, normally with honours not lower than Second Class; or
- graduated from an honours programme of a recognized university with a Bachelor's degree, normally achieving an average grade of not lower than "B" in undergraduate courses; or
- completed a course of study in tertiary educational institutes and obtained professional or similar qualifications equivalent to an honours degree (not lower than Second Class or equivalent); or
- graduated with a first degree in other field (with honours not lower than Second Class or equivalent) but having extensive biomedical engineering related content; or
- applicants with degrees awarded by overseas universities by distance learning or by completing a curriculum of short duration may be required to provide assessment report from the Hong Kong Council for Accreditation of Academic and Vocational Qualifications (HKCAAVQ) on the level of qualification obtained.
2. Additional Entry Requirements:
All applicants should fulfill the General Qualifications for Admission and the English Language Proficiency Requirement prescribed by the Graduate School. For more details, please visit the Graduate School’s homepage at
https://www.gs.cuhk.edu.hk/
Application procedure
Normally starts in mid-September and ends in April every academic year. Applications will be processed on a rolling basis according to below deadline until all places have been filled. Early application is strongly recommended.
Application Deadline:
1st round: 23 November, 2020
2nd round: 28 December, 2020
3rd round: 5 February, 2021
4th round: 12 March, 2021
5th round: 30 April, 2021
How to apply: Applicants should
(i) make their applications via the Internet
(https://www.gradsch.cuhk.edu.hk/OnlineApp/login_email.aspx);and
(ii) mail all required documentary proof to our department by the deadline.
**For details of required documents, please visit https://www.gs.cuhk.edu.hk/admissions/admissions/documents-required
Mailing Address:
Ms. Suki S.K. Chow
Programme Assistant
MSc Programme in Biomedical Engineering
General office, 11/F, William M.W. Mong Engineering Building,
The Chinese University of Hong Kong,
Shatin, N.T., Hong Kong.
On-line admission system deadline: April 30, 2021
Applications submitted after 30 April may be considered, subject to availability of places. Please contact Ms. Suki Chow (bmemsc@cuhk.edu.hk) for more details.
Teaching timetable
1st Term: 2020-2021 (Period: September 7, 2020 (Mon) – December 18, 2020 (Fri))Teaching Terms
BMEG 5540 BioMEMS and Biophotonics
BMEG 5710 Introduction to Biomedical Engineering
BMEG 5720 Basic Biomedical Science
BMEG 5760 Bioelectronics and Bio-Nanotechnology
BMEG 5820 Virtual Medicine and Computer Aided Surgery
BMEG 5920 MSc Project I
2nd Term: 2020-2021 (Period: January 11, 2021 (Mon) – May 7, 2021 (Fri))
BMEG 5750 Medical Robotics
BMEG 5790 Bioinformatics
BMEG 5830 Medical Imaging
BMEG 5840 Biomedical Engineering Laboratories
BMEG 5850 Medical Device Regulatory Affairs and Intellectual Property
BMEG 5930 MSc Project II
Q & A
Why BME?
1) An emerging technology discipline for the 21st century:
- Improvement of life quality
- Ageing global population
- Rapid development in E-medicine and E-health
- Healthcare has strategic socio-economic importance for Hong Kong and China
2) Career Prospects:
- Medical technology R&D in academia or hi-tech companies
- Legal professionals or government offices for supporting medical device regulatory affairs
- Medical equipment management or clinical engineering in hospitals or healthcare service providers
- Sales and marketing for healthcare market
- Medical & Healthcare Professionals
- Entrepreneurs
What are the career prospects for BME graduates?
Our programme is established to train professional manpower for the BME and related industries. It will prepare students for a career in an industrial, clinical or research environment, independent learning, and postgraduate research or careers in industry or hospitals.
Employment opportunities are excellent and varied. Biomedical engineers can be employed by companies working in the design, development and manufacture of medical devices; in hospitals to collaborate with clinicians in offering non-clinical services; in research institutes or academia; in governmental regulatory agencies; or as technical consultants within marketing departments.
Over the years our graduates have found career opportunities in the healthcare sector, which includes medical scientists/technician in hospital authority, sales and marketing of healthcare devices, R&D and manufacturing.
My first degree in other fields (not Engineering, Science or Medical) can I also apply?
Graduated with a first degree in other fields but have appropriate experience related to biomedical engineering and/or science and technology can also apply and we will consider for admission on a case-by-case basis.
Should I need to provide Personal Statement or a Curriculum Vitae as a supporting document when I apply? What supporting documents are required for application?
Personal statement or Curriculum Vitae (CV) is not required. But you may also provide it to the Programme for reference.
You are required to submit the following application documents before the application deadlines:
- Official transcripts (with a complete record of courses attended and examination results) and grading schemes of all tertiary level studies issued by the Registry of your universities*;
- Copy of degree certificate;
- Documentary proof of fulfilling the English Language Proficiency Requirement (e.g. IELTS, TOEFL)**;
- Confidential recommendations from 2 referees; and
- Copy of your ID card or other identity document.
Remarks:For details of required documents, please visit https://www.gs.cuhk.edu.hk/admissions/admissions/documents-required
*Photocopies will NOT be accepted (except CUHK qualifications). Applicants should download the Transcript Submission Covering Sheet and send it to the issuing universities to apply for official transcripts. Official transcripts should be sent to us in a sealed envelope directly from the issuing university.
**For details of English Language Proficiency Requirement, please visit https://www.gs.cuhk.edu.hk/admissions/admissions/requirements
SCHOLARSHIP
Scholarship(s) are awarded to BME M.Sc. graduates every year. Regulations governing the award of scholarships are as follows:
- Scholarship(s) will be awarded to BME M.Sc. graduates who are on the Dean’s List upon graduation.
- The amount of each scholarship is HK$5,000.
Enquiries
| Contact person: | Ms. Suki S.K. Chow |
| Address: | General Office, 11/F, William M.W. Mong Engineering Building, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin, N.T., Hong Kong. |
| Tel: | (852)3943 0853 |
| Email: | bmemsc@cuhk.edu.hk |
| Homepage: | http://www.bme.cuhk.edu.hk |
General Information
Typhoons and Black Rainstorm Arrangement
No class will be held:
- On any public holidays and;
- If typhoon signal No. 8 or black rainstorm warning is hoisted.
Suspension of Classes
- If the local storm warning signal No. 8 or above or the black rainstorm signal is hoisted at 5:00 p.m. , evening classes starting from 6:30 p.m. will be suspended.
- If the local storm warning signal No. 8 or above or the black rainstorm signal is hoisted during a class period, all classes will be suspended immediately. When the black rainstorm signal is still in force, students are advised to take shelter in a safe place until the weather and traffic conditions have improved.
Examination Arrangements
The examination arrangements will be as follows:
| Typhoon Signal | Rainstorm Signal | Signal Hoisted | Examination Arrangements |
|---|---|---|---|
| No. 1 or No. 3 | Amber or Red | - | Examinations to be held as scheduled |
| No. 8 or above | Black rainstorm | After start of examination | Examinations will continue until the end of the session |
| No. 8 or above | Black rainstorm | 5:00 p.m. or after | Evening examinations will be postponed. The arrangement for the postponed examinations will be announced by the teachers concerned. |
