Duration
Full-time: Varies
Next start date
2026 Semester One – 2 March
2026 Semester Two – 20 July
Available locations
City
Points
120 or 180
Programme type
Postgraduate
Taught options available

Programme overview

Medical technology is getting more complex, and the field needs upskilled engineering graduates to help maintain it. Get a head start in this exciting arena with the Master of Medical Engineering, which equips students with the skills, knowledge and expertise to be effective employees in an essential field.

Information pack

Learn more about the Master of Medical Engineering. (1 MB, PDF) 

Programme structure

There are four ways to complete a MMedicalEng. Your selection will depend on your technical skills, educational background and career goals.

The MMedicalEng is available with a 120- or 180-point taught pathway. Each pathway has two taught specialisations available in:

  • Biomechanical Engineering
  • Medical Devices and Technologies

You can learn more about the programme courses and both specialisations in the Courses tab.

If you’re not ready to commit to a masters programme, we also offer the following:

For more information, including course details, visit the the Master of Medical Engineering programme page on the Curriculum Catalogue.

You'll also need to meet other requirements, including time limits and total points limits. See Postgraduate enrolment.

For detailed information about a specific programme, including its courses and regulations, visit the Curriculum Catalogue. For the general university requirements for admission, enrolment and fees, visit the University Calendar.

Subjects available in this programme

  • Biomechanical Engineering
  • Med Devices and Technologies
For detailed information about a specific programme, including its courses and regulations, visit the Curriculum Catalogue. For the general university requirements for admission, enrolment and fees, visit the University Calendar.

2026 entry requirements

My highest qualification is from:

Programme requirements

Minimum programme requirements

Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place.

  • Study option
    Taught 120 points
    Grade required
    GPA Grade Point Average 4.0
  • Study option
    Taught 180 points
    Grade required
    GPA Grade Point Average 4.0

Calculate your Grade Point Average (GPA)

Further programme requirements

Select your study option:

You must have completed either:

  • A BE or BE(Hons) and passed with a GPA of 4.0 in at least 60 points at Stage III.

Or

  • A relevant Bachelors degree with a GPA of 4.0 or higher in 60 points above Stage II and at least three years of relevant professional experience approved by the Programme Director

Or

  • A BE or BE(Hons) and passed 60 points toward a relevant postgraduate certificate or postgraduate diploma with a GPA of 4.0 or higher.

Or

  • A relevant Bachelors degree and a relevant Postgraduate Diploma (or equivalent) with a GPA of 4.0 or higher

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

You must have completed either:

  • A relevant Bachelors degree with a GPA of 4.0 or higher in 60 points above Stage II.

Or

  • Completed the requirements for a relevant Bachelors degree from this University and passed 60 points towards a relevant postgraduate certificate or postgraduate diploma from this University with a Grade Point Average of 4.0 or higher.

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

Other pathways to study

If you do not meet the GPA requirement through your BE or BE(Hons), you can still gain entry by passing 60 points with a GPA of 4.0 or higher in one of the following:

Or:

A Bachelors degree in a relevant subject with a GPA of 4.0 or higher in 75 points above Stage II and at least three years of relevant professional experience

Or:

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

If you do not meet the above entry requirements, but have other relevant experience and think you would be successful in postgraduate study, please contact us to discuss alternative pathways into our programmes. 

Note: Relevant subjects include applied science, bioengineering, computer science, data science, electrical engineering, electronic engineering, information technology, mechatronics, science, or technology.

Programme requirements

Minimum programme requirements

Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place.

  • Study option
    Taught 120 points
    Grade required
    GPE Grade Point Equivalent 4.0
  • Study option
    Taught 180 points
    Grade required
    GPE Grade Point Equivalent 4.0
  • Qualification
    IELTS Academic International English Language Testing System
    Score required
    6.5

    No bands below 6.0.

    See alternative English language requirements

Calculate your Grade Point Equivalent (GPE)

Further programme requirements

Select your study option:

You must have completed a four-year Bachelors degree in engineering at a recognised university (or similar institution) that includes:

  • Broad coverage in your first year of the foundational science topics that underpin engineering disciplines: mathematical modelling, chemical and materials science, electrical engineering theory, mechanics, programming, and engineering design
  • One year of postgraduate-level study
  • A research project or dissertation comprising at least one-quarter of the final year

You will need a GPE of 4.0.

Alternatively, you must have completed one year of postgraduate study, following an undergraduate degree, in a relevant subject at a recognised university (or similar institution) with a GPE of 4.0.

Note: Relevant subjects include applied science, bioengineering, computer science, data science, electrical engineering, electronic engineering, information technology, mechatronics, science, or technology.

You must have completed an undergraduate degree in a relevant subject at a recognized university (or similar institution) with a GPE of 4.0.

Note: Relevant subjects include applied science, bioengineering, computer science, data science, electrical engineering, electronic engineering, information technology, mechatronics, science, or technology.

Other pathways to study

If you do not meet the GPE requirement, you can still gain entry by passing 60 points towards one of the following with a GPA of 4.0:

In exceptional circumstances, we will consider you for entry if you have completed an undergraduate degree and have three years of work experience in engineering.

For detailed information about a specific programme, including its courses and regulations, visit the Curriculum Catalogue. For the general university requirements for admission, enrolment and fees, visit the University Calendar.

How much does a Master of Medical Engineering cost per year?

2026 fees

Domestic students
NZ$12,854.40*
International students
NZ$55,484*

Fees are set in advance of each calendar year and will be updated on this website. Fees are inclusive of 15% GST, but do not include the Student Services Fee, course books, travel and health insurance, or living costs. Amounts shown are indicative only. In addition to the tuition fees, there is a Student Services Fee of $9.44 per point, estimated at $1,132.80 for full-time study (120 points). Fees will be confirmed upon completion of enrolment into courses.

*Please note: amounts shown are indicative and estimates only.

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Cost of living

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For detailed information about a specific programme, including its courses and regulations, visit the Curriculum Catalogue. For the general university requirements for admission, enrolment and fees, visit the University Calendar.

Key dates

Please note: We will consider late applications if places are still available. International students should start the application process as early as possible to allow sufficient time to apply for a visa.

Application closing dates

Semester One 2026
8 December 2025
Semester Two 2026
8 June 2026

Start dates

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Other important dates

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For detailed information about a specific programme, including its courses and regulations, visit the Curriculum Catalogue. For the general university requirements for admission, enrolment and fees, visit the University Calendar.

Where could this programme take you?

Aotearoa New Zealand is home to over 130 medical device companies, many of which currently employ our graduates. However, the skill sets offered by our programme may open up new opportunities worldwide. We aim to equip our graduates with the technical, medical, ethical, regulatory and business knowledge required to contribute to industry. Through practical and theoretical training, talented students will not only fulfil a skill demand in the domestic and global medical devices industry, but also improve, innovate and push the boundaries of what’s currently available.

Jobs related to this programme

  • Biomechanical Engineer
  • Health Engineer
  • Field Services Engineer
  • Medical Technology Engineer

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