A student of bioengineering learns about the various principles of engineering as they relate to biology and biomedicine. Applications of bioengineering include engineered organs, bacteria designed to produce specific chemicals, and compact diagnostic devices.

Australia has a subsidized higher education for students pursuing the undergraduate degrees. They also give loan and grants for the post graduate students. Higher learning starts at undergraduate degree level to a doctoral degree offered in any field of study.

Advanced diplomas are programs that provide students with focused learning in their area of focus. Earning an advanced diploma may help students qualify for certain careers or prepare them for further study within their chosen field.