It's a field that blends engineering principles with medical and biological sciences to improve healthcare diagnosis, monitoring, and therapy. In Nigeria, Biomedical Engineering is a growing field, and more universities are beginning to offer it as a full degree program. Whether you’re a science enthusiast trying to decide your career path, or a student gearing up for JAMB, this blog will guide you through the universities in Nigeria where you can study Biomedical Engineering, the correct JAMB subject combination, and the O'Level requirements you need to meet.
##What is BioMedical Engineering Course?
Biomedical engineering (BME) is an interdisciplinary field that applies engineering principles, design concepts, and mathematical and scientific tools to solve problems in medicine and biology, with the ultimate goal of improving human health and patient care.
University of Lagos (UNILAG)
Bells University of Technology (BELLS)
University of Ilorin (UNILORIN)
Achievers University (ACHIEVERS)
Afe Babalola University (ABUAD)
First Technical University, Ibadan (TECH-U)
David Nweze Umahi University of Medical Sciences (DNUUMS)
##JAMB Subject Combination for BioMedical Engineering
In UTME, please note that English Language is Compulsory subject needed to study BioMedical Engineering with other three subjects namely:Physics, Chemistry and Biology.
##O'Level Requirements for BioMedical Engineering
To be eligible for admission into a BioMedical Engineering program, candidates must meet specific O'level requirements. Generally, you are required to have at least five (5) credits in relevant subjects, which typically include:
English Language,
Mathematics,
Physics,
Chemistry
Biology