Biosystems student advising

Students wishing to pursue more focused studies in a Biosystems Engineering subject area have the choice of completing one of three specializations: 

1. Biomedical,
2. Bioresource, or
3. Environmental.

To complete a specialization, you will be required to complete two science courses, two Biosystems Engineering design courses, and one complementary studies course. Completing a specialization does not require any additional coursework.

Biomedical Specialization
The biomedical specialization provides engineers with knowledge of human anatomy and physiology to enhance the understanding of the role to be played by engineers in specific areas within biomedical engineering such as rehabilitation engineering, clinical engineering, medical imaging, and orthopedics.

Bioresource Specialization
Challenges remain in the production of food and renewable resources for a world of ever-increasing population.  The Bioresource Specialization provides the educational background to enable engineers to devise strategies and technologies for producing food, fibre, bio-based products, and renewable energy efficiently and sustainably.

Environmental Specialization
There are numerous environmental issues faced by society.  The environmental specialization provides engineers with the knowledge to predict environmental impacts due to human developments and to solve problems associated with the environment (soil contamination, pollution of rivers and lakes, air pollution, wastewater treatment).

Consult the General Calendar for specific requirements for Engineering minors. Please note the Agribusiness Minor is listed specifically under the Biosystems Engineering Program.

Minors include:

• Agribusiness
• Arts
• Computer Sciences
• Earth Sciences
• Leadership for Business and Organizations
• Management
• Math
• Music
• Recreational Studies

Complementary studies electives are required to give the engineering student exposure to topics outside the fields of science and engineering. There are many university courses that fulfill this requirement. Any course at the 1000-level or above from the faculties of Arts or Management, or the Department of Agribusiness and Agricultural Economics can be used as a Complementary Studies elective. However, ARTS 1100 Introduction to University many not be used for credit in the Price Faculty of Engineering. If you are planning to complete a specialization there are specific courses to be used as complementary studies electives. 

Any university course at the 1000-level or above can be used as a free elective. However, ARTS 1100 Introduction to University may not be used for credit in the Price Faculty of Engineering. Please note that additional BIOE design electives can be taken as free electives. 

A Bachelor’s Degree in Biosystems Engineering is a recognized degree for admission to Medicine at the University of Manitoba. Students planning to apply for entrance to Medicine at the University of Manitoba after completing a BSc in Biosystems Engineering should refer to the Faculty of Medicine for eligibility requirements and the application process.