The Biomedical Device Technology Program aims to train qualified technical personnel who can take part in the installation, operation, maintenance, repair, and calibration of medical devices and systems used in healthcare for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. The program integrates engineering, health sciences, and technology disciplines to provide students with both technical expertise and clinical awareness.
The number and diversity of devices used in healthcare services increase each year. According to the Turkish Medicines and Medical Devices Agency (TİTCK), approximately 480,000 medical devices and products are registered in Türkiye. With over 11,000 different technologies and products in use, biomedical technologies have become one of the fastest-growing sectors in the Turkish healthcare industry.
The biomedical device technologies sector encompasses not only device manufacturing but also technical service, maintenance and repair, calibration, quality control, import, and after-sales services. The safe and long-lasting operation of these devices is crucial for patient safety and the continuity of healthcare services. Therefore, biomedical device technicians play a strategic role in maintaining the technical infrastructure of healthcare institutions.
In recent years, the Ministry of Health has been strengthening biomedical device management systems in public hospitals, establishing maintenance and repair centers, and increasing technical service capacity. Meanwhile, the private sector continues to expand employment opportunities in calibration, device management, and technical service fields. As a result, the demand for qualified technicians in both public and private institutions is steadily increasing.
The program aims to contribute to sustainable quality in healthcare services by educating graduates who are open to technological innovation, capable of analytical thinking, committed to human health, and aware of quality standards. In this way, the program ensures the continuity of technical support—an often unseen but critical component of modern healthcare systems.
Students gain the knowledge and skills needed to ensure the safe and uninterrupted operation of medical devices by combining fundamental engineering principles with healthcare technologies. The program lasts two years (four semesters) and consists of 120 ECTS credits. The curriculum covers subjects such as electrical-electronics, biomedical measurement techniques, medical device technologies, computer software, sensor systems, device safety, and quality management. Students participate in laboratory practices and gain direct industry experience through a mandatory 30-day internship.
Academic Staff
The program is conducted by experienced faculty members who specialize in their respective fields and possess practical experience. Our academic staff aim to equip students not only with theoretical foundations but also with hands-on experience, preparing them for the industry upon graduation.
Internship and Practical Training
The mandatory 30-day internship is completed in the biomedical departments of hospitals, medical technical service companies, or manufacturing facilities. During this period, students work with real devices, experiencing maintenance, repair, and calibration processes firsthand. This practical experience helps strengthen professional competencies before graduation.
Employment Opportunities and Titles
Graduates can work as Biomedical Device Technicians in public and private hospitals, medical device manufacturing, sales, and service companies, calibration and testing laboratories, and healthcare technology firms. Common job titles include:
Vertical Transfer Opportunities (DGS)
Graduates may transfer to undergraduate programs through the Vertical Transfer Exam (DGS), such as:
Current conditions and quotas are determined by ÖSYM and YÖK.
Graduate Competencies
Program graduates:
Desired Student Qualities
To succeed in the program, students should have an interest in electrical-electronic and mechanical systems, be attentive, skillful, and problem-solving oriented. Compliance with occupational safety rules, having good documentation habits, teamwork skills, and effective communication are also essential. Additionally, students are expected to uphold ethical values, show sensitivity to human health, and maintain a willingness to learn.
