Department of Biomedical Engineering

Medical Devices, Medical Imaging, Medical Robotics, and Bio-MEMS- industry-grade labs, hospital training, and strong placement outcomes

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

Engineering Healthcare for a Future-Ready World

Established in 2008, the Department of Biomedical Engineering at AVIT offers a four-year programme focused on cutting-edge fields like medical robotics, bio-MEMS, and sensor-based diagnostics, blending engineering with medicine to develop life-saving healthcare technologies.

Recognised among the top biomedical engineering colleges in Tamil Nadu and Chennai, the department combines academic excellence with hands-on hospital training, industry exposure, and global collaborations, delivering a future-ready curriculum that opens careers in healthcare, R&D, and medical technology.

Biomedical Engineering students working with medical instrumentation in a modern lab at AVIT
2008 Year Established
100+ Recruiting Companies
2 Core UG Programme
6+ Industry-Grade Labs

THE AVIT ADVANTAGE

What Makes Biomedical Engineering at AVIT Different?

Industry-Aligned Specialization Pathways

Go beyond traditional engineering with specialized pathways in Medical Devices & Instrumentation, Medical Imaging, Biomechanics, Biomaterials, Medical Robotics, Bio-MEMS, Sensor-based Diagnostics, Rehabilitation Engineering, and Healthcare IoT, aligned with future healthcare careers.

Industry-Integrated Learning Ecosystem

Learn through internships, industry projects, expert sessions, certifications, hackathons, and real-world problem-solving experiences supported by leading medical device, healthcare, and medtech industry partners.

Advanced Technology Labs

Gain hands-on experience in the Medical Instrumentation Lab, Biomedical Signal Processing Lab, Medical Imaging Lab, Biomaterials Lab, Rehabilitation Engineering Lab, Biosensors Lab, and Bio-MEMS Lab, supported by clinical hospital training.

Research, Patents & Innovation Culture

Students actively participate in research projects, publications, patent development, innovation challenges, startup initiatives, and national-level competitions in medical technology and healthcare.

Honors, Minors & Specialization Opportunities

Enhance your profile through Honors Degrees, Minor Degrees, and Emerging Technology Specializations, enabling multidisciplinary learning and career flexibility.

Career-Focused Curriculum

A curriculum designed around industry demands, combining technical expertise, professional skills, certifications, project-based learning, and career readiness.

Hackathons & Competitive Learning

Regular participation in national and international hackathons, innovation challenges, and technology competitions fosters creativity and practical problem-solving.

Future-Ready Career Outcomes

Graduate prepared for careers in Medical Devices, Medical Imaging, Clinical Engineering, Healthcare Technology, Rehabilitation Engineering, Research, Product Development, and Entrepreneurship.

Strong Mentorship & Student Support

Learn from experienced faculty, industry mentors, researchers, and innovators committed to guiding students toward academic and professional success.

PROGRAMMES OFFERED

Start Your Learning Journey

B.E. BME 4 Years

B.E. Biomedical Engineering

Regular – 4 Years

Build strong foundations in medical instrumentation, biomedical signal processing, medical imaging, biomaterials, medical robotics, and healthcare technologies with industry-integrated learning and hospital training.

Career Paths

Biomedical Engineer | Clinical Engineer | Medical Device Design Engineer | Healthcare Technology Manager

B.E. BME 3 Years

B.E. Biomedical Engineering

Lateral Entry – 3 Years

A 3-year pathway for diploma holders entering directly into the second year, covering medical instrumentation, biomedical signal processing, medical imaging, biomaterials, and medical robotics with industry-integrated learning.

Career Paths

Biomedical Engineer | Clinical Engineer | Medical Device Design Engineer | Healthcare Technology Manager

Ph.D. BME 3–5 Years

Full Time

Engage in full-time advanced research in cutting-edge domains including medical devices, medical imaging, medical robotics, bio-MEMS, biomaterials, rehabilitation engineering, and emerging healthcare technologies under expert faculty guidance.

Career Paths

Research Scientist | Professor & Academic Faculty | Senior R&D Engineer | Innovation Specialist | Post-Doctoral Researcher

Ph.D. BME External / Internal

Part Time

Pursue doctoral research alongside professional or academic commitments through external and internal research tracks, available for industry practitioners and academic professionals.

Career Paths

Industry Research Scientist | Senior Technical Expert | Academic Faculty | R&D Specialist | Innovation Leader

OUR FLAGSHIP INITIATIVE

VEmerge+ Industry Integrated Programmes

Developed in Collaboration With Leading Industry Partners

Industry Exposure, Internship & Capstone Project

7+7 Certifications, Assured Internship & Placement, Capstone Project

Internship & Placement Support, Capstone Project

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Where Will Your Degree Take You?

A degree in Biomedical Engineering from AVIT opens doors across medical devices, healthcare technology, medical imaging, clinical engineering, rehabilitation, and medtech industries worldwide.

With strong foundations in medical instrumentation, biomedical signal processing, biomaterials, and industry-integrated learning, graduates can pursue opportunities across multiple healthcare and medical technology sectors.

Medical Devices & Instrumentation Medical Imaging Biomechanics Biomaterials Medical Robotics Bio-MEMS Rehabilitation Engineering Healthcare IoT
Biomedical Engineer

Biomedical Engineer

Designs, develops, and maintains medical equipment and devices that improve patient care and healthcare delivery.

Clinical Engineer

Clinical Engineer

Manages and optimises medical technology within hospitals, ensuring safe and effective use of clinical equipment.

Medical Device Design Engineer

Medical Device Design Engineer

Designs and prototypes innovative medical devices and instrumentation for diagnostics, therapy, and monitoring.

Healthcare Technology Manager

Healthcare Technology Manager

Oversees the planning, procurement, and lifecycle management of healthcare technology and medical systems.

R&D Engineer (Medical Devices)

R&D Engineer (Medical Devices)

Develops next-generation medical robotics, bio-MEMS, and sensor-based diagnostic technologies for healthcare innovation.

Career Opportunities across Leading Global Companies

Core & Product Companies
Service Companies

ACHIEVEMENTS

Recognising Innovation and Excellence

Our faculty and students drive impactful research, file patents, and earn national recognition in medical devices, healthcare technology, and biomedical innovation.

From funded research projects to award-winning faculty, the department continues to build a strong culture of discovery, innovation, and real-world healthcare impact.

  1. Research Publications & Patents

    Faculty and students have published 35+ research papers and filed patents in medical devices, biomedical signal processing, and healthcare technologies.

  2. DRDO Research Grant

    Secured competitive DRDO research funding supporting biomedical innovation and medical device development.

  3. National Recognition & Awards

    Faculty honoured with awards including the Best Woman Achiever Award, with active contributions to national initiatives such as Unnat Bharat Abhiyan.

Biomedical Engineering students celebrating achievements at AVIT

PLACEMENT HIGHLIGHTS

Career Opportunities with Leading Core, Product & Service Companies

AVIT Biomedical Engineering graduates build successful careers with leading medical device, healthcare, and medtech companies as well as global technology and service organizations through industry-focused learning, hospital training, internships, career readiness training, and strong placement support.

100+

Recruiting Companies

Leading national and multinational organizations participate in campus recruitment, offering opportunities across medical devices, medical imaging, healthcare technology, clinical engineering, and emerging medtech technologies.

Core & Product Recruiters

Medical Devices & Healthcare Innovators

Build cutting-edge medical devices, healthcare technology, and diagnostic solutions with some of the world's most innovative medtech companies.

Service-Based Recruiters

Global Technology & Consulting Leaders

Work on enterprise-scale projects, digital transformation initiatives, healthcare IT solutions, consulting, and technology solutions for global clients.

Top Recruiters

Hexaware
Spiders
GK Expertise
Palle Technologies
Sutherland
Infinite
DeltaX
Amazon
Getstamp
Trivitron Healthcare
BPL Medical

Top Career Outcomes

Biomedical Engineer | Clinical Engineer | Medical Device Design Engineer | Biomedical Equipment Technologist | Healthcare Technology Manager | R&D Engineer (Medical Devices) | Quality/Regulatory Affairs Engineer | Rehabilitation Engineer | Application Specialist | Research Engineer | Entrepreneur

Placement Preparation & Career Readiness

Career Development Training

Structured training in aptitude, technical concepts, communication, quantitative reasoning, and problem-solving to prepare students for recruitment processes.

Mock Interviews & Assessments

Practice technical interviews, HR interviews, technical assessments, and group discussions through simulated recruitment activities.

Resume & Professional Branding

Build industry-ready resumes, portfolios, LinkedIn profiles, project portfolios, and professional digital identities.

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

Join vibrant clubs to explore passions and build leadership

Our student-led clubs provide opportunities to develop technical expertise, leadership skills, innovation mindset, teamwork, and industry exposure beyond the classroom.

Learn. Lead. Inspire.

AI & Machine Learning Club

AI & Machine Learning Club

Explore the latest in AI, ML, and data science through workshops, coding challenges, and collaborative projects.

Coding Club

Coding Club

Sharpen your programming skills with peer-led coding sessions, hackathons, and competitions.

Innovation Cell

Innovation Cell

Turn your tech ideas into reality! IEC empowers students with mentorship, start-up guidance, and opportunities.

FACULTY & LEADERSHIP

Our Faculty Team & Department Leadership

Dr. L.K. Hema, Professor and Head of Biomedical Engineering at AVIT

Head of Department

Dr. L.K. Hema

Professor and Head

Dr. L.K. Hema is a seasoned engineering academic with 29 years of experience in teaching, training, and multidisciplinary research, holding a Ph.D. in Wireless Sensor Networks with expertise in VLSI Design, Hardware Security, and Biomedical Devices. She has published over 35 research papers, authored two books, and filed several patents.

The Department of Biomedical Engineering blends engineering with medicine to develop life-saving technologies, preparing students for impactful careers in healthcare, medical devices, and research.

NEWS & EVENTS

Campus Pulse

Stay updated with the latest happenings, achievements and activities across AVIT.

ICMRAST 2026 - International Conference on 7th & 8th October 2026

7th October 2026

19th Convocation 2026 - Invitation

7th July 2026

Admission Notification for Ph.D. Programme April 2026 Session

28th March 2026

IdeaForge - Ideathon

12th February 2026

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10th February 2026

Jun 15
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TBT 106 - Digital Room, AVIT, VMCC

May 22
Report on “Tree Planting Program” - 22nd May 2026

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Apr 26
Report on AICTE- KAPILA Programme - 26th April 2026

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Apr 21
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AVIT Indoor Auditorium

Apr 18
Report on World Heritage Day - 18th April 2026

Vinayaka Nagar, Rajiv Gandhi Salai

Apr 17
Report on World IP Day 2026 - 17th April 2026

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Apr 10
report for the Seminar on Role of Nano Materials in Energy Sector - 10th April 2026

Bosch Lab, AVIT

Apr 07
Report on “Skill Development Program on Doll Making for UBA Adopted Villages”

Vinayaka Nagar, Rajiv Gandhi Salai

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Have Questions? We Have Answers.

AVIT Biomedical Engineering combines industry-aligned curriculum, future-focused specializations in medical devices, medical imaging, and medical robotics, advanced laboratories, hospital training, internships, certifications, research opportunities, and strong placement support to prepare students for successful engineering careers.

Students can pursue focus areas in Medical Devices & Instrumentation, Medical Imaging, Biomechanics, Biomaterials, Medical Robotics, Bio-MEMS, Sensor-based Diagnostics, Rehabilitation Engineering, Healthcare IoT, and Bioinformatics, aligned with emerging industry demands.

Students benefit from collaborations with leading hospitals, medical device industries, and medtech partners such as AMTZ, along with industry certifications, internships, clinical hospital training, industry projects, expert talks, and hands-on learning experiences.

Graduates can pursue careers as Biomedical Engineers, Clinical Engineers, Medical Device Design Engineers, Biomedical Equipment Technologists, Healthcare Technology Managers, R&D Engineers (Medical Devices), Quality/Regulatory Affairs Engineers, Rehabilitation Engineers, Application Specialists, Researchers, and Entrepreneurs.

Yes. Students actively participate in internships, hospital training, national and international hackathons, technical competitions, research projects, patent development, innovation challenges, and startup incubation programs.

The department provides access to the Medical Instrumentation Lab, Biomedical Signal Processing Lab, Medical Imaging Lab, Biomaterials Lab, Rehabilitation Engineering Lab, Biosensors Lab, Bio-MEMS Lab, and clinical hospital training facilities.

The department combines academic excellence with hands-on hospital training, providing students real-world clinical exposure to medical equipment, diagnostics, and healthcare technology alongside industry-grade laboratory experience.

AVIT offers placement training, aptitude preparation, technical practice, mock interviews, industry mentoring, internships, and recruitment opportunities with leading core, product, and service-based companies.

Absolutely. The programme prepares students for higher education, research careers, postgraduate studies such as M.E. Biomedical Engineering, and doctoral programmes in India and abroad.

Students can apply through the AVIT admissions portal or contact the admissions office for guidance on eligibility, application procedures, scholarships, and programme selection.

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