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The Degree of Master of Medical Engineering – MMedicalEng

The regulations for this degree are to be read in conjunction with all other relevant statutes and regulations including the Academic Statutes and Regulations.

Note: This is a limited entry programme as per the Limitation of Entry Statute 1991 and selection criteria apply. Selection criteria are available from the Faculty of Engineering.

Admission

1 In order to be admitted to this degree, a student must have completed the requirements for:

either

a (i) the Degree of Bachelor of Engineering or Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) from this University in a relevant subject with a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher in 120 points above Stage III, or the equivalent as approved by Senate or its representative

or

(ii) (a) the Degree of Bachelor of Engineering or Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) from this University, or the equivalent as approved by Senate or its representative

and

(b) passed 60 points in the Postgraduate Certificate in Engineering in a relevant subject or Postgraduate Diploma in Engineering in a relevant subject or Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Engineering or Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Engineering from this University with a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher, provided that the postgraduate certificate or postgraduate diploma has not been awarded

or

(iii) (a) a relevant Bachelors degree from this University with a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher in 75 points above Stage II, or the equivalent as approved by Senate or its representative

and

(b) at least three years of relevant professional experience approved by the Academic Head or nominee in the Faculty of Engineering

or

(iv) (a) a relevant Bachelors degree as approved by Senate or its representative

and

(b) a relevant Postgraduate Diploma from this University with a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher, or the equivalent as approved by Senate or its representative

or

b (i) a relevant Bachelors degree from this University with a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher in 75 points above Stage II, or the equivalent as approved by Senate or its representative

or

(ii) (a) a relevant Bachelors degree as approved by Senate or its representative

and

(b) passed 60 points in the Postgraduate Certificate in Engineering in a relevant subject or Postgraduate Diploma in Engineering in a relevant subject or Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Engineering or Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Engineering from this University with a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher, provided that the postgraduate certificate or postgraduate diploma has not been awarded.

2 In exceptional circumstances, Senate or its representative may approve the admission of a student who has extensive, relevant, practical, professional or scholarly experience deemed equivalent to the requirements in Regulation 1.

Note: Whether a degree or subject is considered relevant will depend on the courses passed. Degrees or subjects in applied science, bioengineering, computer science, data science, electrical engineering, electronic engineering, information technology, mechatronics, science or technology may be considered relevant.

Duration and Total Points Value

3 A student admitted to this degree under Regulation 1a must:

a pass courses with a total value of 120 points

and

b complete within the time limit specified in the General Regulations – Masters Degrees

and

c not exceed 160 points for the total enrolment for this degree.

4 A student admitted to this degree under Regulation 1b or 2 must:

a pass courses with a total value of 180 points

and

b complete within the time limit specified in the General Regulations – Masters Degrees

and

c not exceed 220 points for the total enrolment for this degree.

Structure and Content

5 A student enrolled for this degree must complete the requirements as listed in the Master of Medical Engineering Schedule.

6 A student who has previously passed any course the same as, or similar to, the courses required for this degree must substitute an alternative course as approved by the Head of Department or nominee.

7 A student who has to complete 180 points must achieve a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher in the first 60 points of taught courses taken for this degree. If this Grade Point Average is not achieved, enrolment in the Master of Medical Engineering cannot continue.

8 A student must complete the University of Auckland Academic Integrity course as specified in the Enrolment and Programme Regulations, Academic Integrity, of the University Calendar.

Dissertation or Research Project

9 a The dissertation or research project is to be carried out under the guidance of a supervisor appointed by Senate or its representative.

b The topic of the dissertation or research project must be approved by the Academic Head or nominee prior to enrolment.

c The dissertation or research project is to be completed and submitted in accordance with the General Regulations – Masters Degrees.

Transfer from Postgraduate Certificate in Engineering or Postgraduate Diploma in Engineering

10 A student who has passed courses towards the Postgraduate Certificate in Engineering or Postgraduate Diploma in Engineering that are available in this degree may apply to reassign those courses to this degree provided that the postgraduate certificate or postgraduate diploma has not been awarded.

Transfer from Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Engineering or Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Engineering

11 A student who has passed courses towards the Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Engineering or Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Engineering that are available in this degree may apply to reassign those courses to this degree provided that the postgraduate certificate or postgraduate diploma has not been awarded.

Reassignment

12 A student may apply to reassign courses passed to the Postgraduate Diploma in Engineering or Postgraduate Certificate in Engineering or Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Engineering or Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Engineering.

Honours

13 This degree may be awarded with Honours in accordance with the General Regulations – Masters Degrees.

Variations

14 In exceptional circumstances Senate or its representative may approve a personal programme which does not conform to these regulations.

Amendment

15 These regulations and/or schedule have been amended with effect from 1 January 2023.

Master of Medical Engineering (MMedicalEng) Schedule

A student who has to complete 120 points must satisfy the requirements for one of the following specialisations:


Biomechanical Engineering

Requirement:

Taught Masters

30 points: BIOMENG 771, ENGSCI 740

45 points from CHEMMAT 753, 754, 757, COMPSYS 731, ENGSCI 711, 712, 721, 772, MEDSCI 737, or other approved 600 or 700 level courses offered at this University

45 points: ENGGEN 790 Research Project


Medical Devices and Technologies

Requirement:

Taught Masters

30 points: ENGGEN 770, 771

up to 45 points from ENGGEN 705, 742, MECHENG 728, 730, 752, MEDSCI 703, PHYSICS 780, POLYMER 700, 704, or other approved 600 or 700 level courses offered at this University

either

45 points: ENGGEN 790 Research Project

or

60 points: ENGGEN 791 Dissertation in Medical Devices

A student who has to complete 180 points must satisfy the requirements for one of the following specialisations:


Biomechanical Engineering

Requirement:

Taught Masters

60 points: BIOMENG 771, ENGGEN 730, 769, ENGSCI 740

75 points from CHEMMAT 753, 754, 757, COMPSYS 731, ENGSCI 711, 712, 721, 772, MEDSCI 737, or other approved 600 or 700 level courses offered at this University

45 points: ENGGEN 790 Research Project


Medical Devices and Technologies

Requirement:

Taught Masters

60 points: ENGGEN 730, 769, 770, 771

up to 75 points from ENGGEN 705, 742, MECHENG 728, 730, 752, MEDSCI 703, PHYSICS 780, POLYMER 700, 704, or other approved 600 or 700 level courses offered at this University

either

45 points: ENGGEN 790 Research Project

or

60 points: ENGGEN 791 Dissertation in Medical Devices

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