BSc. Biomedical Engineering

Biomedical engineering applies engineering principles to medicine and biology, from designing medical devices to improving hospital equipment. This degree combines maths, physics and life sciences to solve real health problems. If you are strong in Elective Maths and enjoy hands-on problem solving, this could be a demanding but rewarding path.

What biomedical engineering really is

Programmes of this kind typically blend engineering, biology and medicine. You will learn to design and maintain medical equipment, understand how the human body works, and apply maths to real health problems. Most courses also cover electronics, materials, computing and biomechanics, so you can expect a broad but rigorous training.

How hard it is to get a place

Entry to this programme at University of Ghana is highly competitive. Published requirements include a B3 in Elective Maths, which means you need strong mathematical ability. The university's College of Basic and Applied Sciences admits students from Agriculture, General Science and Home Economics backgrounds, but meeting the published grade does not guarantee placement. Compared to similar programmes at other universities in the country, this is among the most competitive.

Where this degree can take you

Graduates typically work in hospitals, medical device companies, research laboratories and government health agencies. You could help design artificial organs, develop diagnostic tools, or manage the safe use of medical technology. Many graduates go on to further study in biomedical engineering or medicine, while others move into health tech, sales and regulatory roles.