B.Tech Biomedical Engineering - Biofabrication

B.Tech Biomedical Engineering - Biofabrication

Program Details

The B.Tech Biomedical Engineering program with a specialisation in Bio-Fabrication at UPES’s School of Health Sciences and Technology is an interdisciplinary undergraduate program designed to train students in advanced manufacturing technologies for healthcare applications. The program integrates core biomedical engineering principles with emerging areas such as tissue engineering, biomaterials, additive manufacturing, and bio-fabrication techniques. It aims to address critical clinical needs in regenerative medicine, implants, and personalised healthcare solutions while aligning with modern Industry 4.0 practices. Through this integrated approach, students gain a strong foundation in both engineering and life sciences, enabling them to contribute effectively to innovations in the healthcare and biomedical technology sectors.

With the growing global demand for bio-manufacturing and regenerative medicine, the specialisation focuses on building strong fundamentals in anatomy, physiology, cell and molecular biology, biomaterials science, biomechanics, and biomedical instrumentation. As students progress through the program, they are introduced to advanced topics such as tissue engineering, 3D bioprinting, medical materials processing, microfabrication, and organ-on-chip technologies. The curriculum is structured to provide both theoretical knowledge and practical exposure, ensuring that students develop the technical competencies required to design and develop next-generation biomedical products and solutions.

The program also emphasises critical aspects such as biocompatibility, sterility, regulatory standards, ethics, and translational research to ensure that innovations can be safely and effectively applied in real-world healthcare environments. Students are encouraged to engage in interdisciplinary learning and research activities that bridge engineering, biology, and medical sciences. By aligning with national missions and sustainable development goals, the program prepares graduates to contribute to advancements in biomedical technology, regenerative medicine, and healthcare innovation while addressing the evolving needs of the global medical industry.

Program Highlights

  • The program provides a strong foundation in biomedical engineering and bio-fabrication.
  • Students learn in dedicated laboratories for biomaterials, tissue engineering, and 3D printing.
  • The curriculum is industry-oriented and includes exposure to regulatory and quality systems.
  • Hands-on learning is supported through hospital/industry internships and capstone projects.

Bio-fabrication is a rapidly emerging domain driven by advances in regenerative medicine, personalised implants, and advanced healthcare manufacturing. Key growth areas include tissue engineering scaffolds, 3D-printed implants, bioresorbable materials, organ-on-chip systems, smart biomaterials, and point-of-care device development. The integration of artificial intelligence and advanced materials is further accelerating innovation in patient-specific diagnostics and therapies, creating diverse career opportunities for graduates in the biomedical and healthcare technology sectors.

Graduates of this program can pursue roles such as:

  • Bio-fabrication Engineer
  • Tissue Engineering Specialist
  • Biomaterials Engineer
  • Medical Device R&D Engineer
  • Clinical Engineer
  • Quality and Regulatory Affairs Associate
  • Research Assistant / Higher Studies (M.Tech / MS / PhD)
  • Entrepreneurship in bio-manufacturing and healthcare startups

Placements

The program offers placement opportunities through industry partnerships with medical device manufacturers, biomaterials companies, regenerative medicine start-ups, research laboratories and healthcare organisations.

Fee Structure

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Eligibility

Interested students must meet the following minimum eligibility requirements for B.Tech. Biomedical Engineering: Minimum 50% Marks at X & XII with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/ Mathematics, and English as a Major Subject in XII.

Selection Criteria

Selection criteria for students who wish to pursue B.Tech. Biomedical Engineering at UPES depend on their performance in UPESEAT / JEE Mains / Board Merit / SAT / CUET.

Curriculum

Semester 1

CourseLTPCredit
Chemistry2114
Physics for Health Technology2114
Mathematics I2103
Anatomy and Physiology2114
Software System Foundation1113
LSC I   2
LSC II2002
TOTAL   22
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Semester 2

CourseLTPCredit
Mathematics II2103
Basic Electrical and Electronics Engineering2002
Workshop Practices1012
Engineering Graphics1012
Engineering Thermodynamics2002
Biomechanics2002
Introduction to Biomedical Engineering1113
Data Structure in Biomedical Engineering1012
LSC III   2
LSC IV2002
LSC V   2
TOTAL   24
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Semester 3

CourseLTPCredit
Cell Biology2114
Microbiology & Microbial Technology2013
Molecular Biology and Genetics2114
GMP and GLP1102
Ethics, Regulations and IPR2103
EC I2103
Social Internship0000
LSC VI   2
TOTAL   21
,

Semester 4

CourseLTPCredit
Bionics and Microprocessor & Lab1012
Elements of Design1102
Heat and Mass Transfer2013
Biophysics2002
Medical Physics and Biomedical Instrumentation2103
Bioinformatics & Computational Biology2013
EC II3003
LSC VII   2
EDGE-Soft Skills0000
TOTAL   20
,

Semester 5

CourseLTPCredit
Biomaterials & Lab2114
Regenerative Technologies & Artificial Organs & Lab1012
Fundamentals of Robotics & Lab1012
X-Ray and CT Technology2103
Project I0011
Program Elective - I2103
EC III3003
EDGE – Advance Communication0000
LSC VIII   2
Government/NGO/Startup Internship0000
TOTAL   20
,

Semester 6

CourseLTPCredit
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning & Lab2114
Biosensor and Diagnostics & Lab2114
MRI and Emission Tomography Techniques2103
Project II0011
Program Elective – II2103
EC IV3003
LSC IX   2
EDGE – Advance Communication II0000
Summer Industrial Internship0000
TOTAL   20
,

Semester 7

CourseLTPCredit
Biomedical Transport1102
Data Visualisation2103
Signal and Image Processing2002
Project III0033
Program Elective – III2103
Program Elective – IV2103
Program Elective – V2103
EC V3003
Summer Internship Presentation0011
TOTAL   23
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Semester 8

CourseLTPCredit
Project IV001717
EC VI3003
TOTAL   20

Specialisation Tracks – Bio-Fabrication

Program ElectiveCourse CodeLTPCredit
Program Elective 1 – Tissue EngineeringHSBE4030P2103
Program Elective 2 – Materials and ProcessesHSBE3019P2103
Program Elective 3 – Operational Environments for Medical DevicesHSBE4006P3003
Program Elective 4 – Medical OpticsHSBE4029P3003
Program Elective 5 – Neuro-EngineeringHSBE3016P3003

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