BTech

Biomedical Engineering: Instrumentation

Learn more about studying Biomedical Engineering: Instrumentation as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Degree type
    Bachelor's
  • Duration
    4 years
  • Delivery method
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    105,500INR
  • Start date
    Jul
  • University ranking
    #180

Program overview

What Indian Institute of Technology, Madras says about their program:

The B.Tech in Instrumentation & Biomedical Engineering is a four-year interdisciplinary program offered at the Indian Institute of Technology, Madras. This program trains students to develop next-generation medical devices by combining Biomedical Engineering with electrical and instrumentation engineering principles.

The curriculum focuses on device design, digital health, imaging, and analysis, along with material and mechanics. It integrates foundational engineering courses with modern topics such as IoT, AI, and web-enabled medical technologies, all centered around Biomedical Engineering.

This program is ideal for students interested in improving patient care and addressing global healthcare challenges. Graduates are prepared for roles in the medical device industry, rehabilitation technologies, and AI-driven healthcare systems, fostering innovation in diagnostics and therapeutics.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • Completion of high school/ secondary education

Postgraduate academic requirements

  • Completion of a bachelor's degree (four or five years) in a suitable subject from a recognised university with a minimum grade of Second Class Honours Lower Division (2

    2) or equivalent.

English proficiency

English proficiency is required; accepted tests include IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent.

English proficiency waivers

Documents required

  • Passport
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Degree certificate or diploma
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Statement of purpose or personal statement
  • Recommendation letters
  • Finance proof
  • Translations
  • Credential evaluations
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Scholarships at Indian Institute of Technology, Madras

  • ICCR Scholarship at IIT Madras

    Official page

    The Indian Council for Cultural Relations scholarship is available to international students of all nationalities at undergraduate, postgraduate and research levels. IIT Madras states that it covers tuition fees and accommodation, with merit-based selection and additional expenses covered according to the applicable ICCR scheme.

  • Study in India Scholarship at IIT Madras

    Official page

    The Study in India scholarship is available to international students applying for undergraduate, postgraduate or research programmes at IIT Madras. The official page states that it can cover tuition fees, accommodation, living expenses and a one-time airfare, subject to merit-based selection and programme rules.

All scholarship information on Studee is provided for guidance only. Always check the university's official scholarship page for the latest information on eligibility, award amounts, deadlines, and application requirements.

Fees

Indian Institute of Technology, Madras provides fee information that can help students understand how study costs may be structured or may vary across options. Indian Institute of Technology, Madras encourages students to review official funding and financial-support information to confirm what cost guidance or support may be available.

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What is the cost of living near Indian Institute of Technology, Madras?

Category Cost  (in Indian Rupee)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre₹18,100Range: ₹12,000 to ₹40,000
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre₹10,810Range: ₹8,000 to ₹20,000
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)₹3,786Range: ₹2,000 to ₹6,800
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)₹720Range: ₹499 to ₹1,200
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)₹453Range: ₹250 to ₹1,000
Monthly public transport pass₹1,000Range: ₹300 to ₹2,000
Monthly grocery basket₹6,000Range: ₹4,000 to ₹9,000· India average
Coffee shop drink₹154Range: ₹60 to ₹400
Cinema or cultural event ticket₹250Range: ₹200 to ₹350
Gym membership₹1,424Range: ₹1,000 to ₹3,000

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for Indian Institute of Technology, Madras

Navigating the visa process is a crucial step in your study abroad journey. Make sure to seek guidance and support to ensure you meet all necessary requirements for your time at Indian Institute of Technology, Madras.