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Combine the design and problem-solving skills of engineering with medical and biological sciences to advance healthcare treatment

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"I would like to become a doctor. But, having a biomedical engineering degree allows me the freedom to also go into manufacturing medical devices or work in research and technology."

Piper Lind

Biomedical engineering major from Biloxi, MS

About the Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering

Biomedical engineers do a lot of different things that fall under the umbrella of biomedicine – everything from creating new medical devices to developing next-generation pharmaceuticals.

With a biomedical engineering degree from Ole Miss, you can pursue a job in the biomedical industry or graduate studies in the field. Also, you’ll be well-placed to seek a professional career in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy or patent law.

Tailor Your Degree

Choose one of these academic tracks in our biomedical engineering program.

  • Biodevices – provides you with an understanding of medical instrumentation, devices and biomechanics. You’ll also learn about signal analysis, using technology and other tools to better understand a person’s health.
  • Bioinformatics – applies big data analytics to genome sequencing, medical imaging and large data management. This degree can start you down the path for a career in computational medical research, software development or database management.
  • Biomolecular engineering – brings together the study of molecular biology, biophysics and chemical engineering to modify or create new molecules. This can lead you to a job working on innovative drugs and medical processes, as well as new foods and fuels.
  • Pre-med – combines courses in biology and chemistry with the rigor of an engineering curricula. This sets you up for success in medical school and future medical endeavors.
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    Program Information

    Degree

    B.S.B.E. in Biomedical Engineering

    Emphases

    Biodevices, Bioinformatics, Biomolecular engineering, Pre-med

    Required Credit Hours

    126

    Program Type

    Major

    Program Location

    Oxford

    School

    School of Engineering

    Duration

    4 years

    What courses will you take to earn your Biomedical Engineering Bachelor's degree?

    Here are some of the courses you’ll take to earn your Biomedical Engineering degree.

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    BMED 2000: Introduction to Biomedical Engineering

    2 credits

    Introduction to the basic scientific and engineering concepts of biomedical engineering and its connection with the full spectrum of human activity. Introduction to biomolecular engineering, biomedical systems engineering, and bioinformatics. Discussions will include case studies of medical ethics, and drugs and medical devices to illustrate product development.

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    BMED 3050: Bioengineering Thermodynamics & Kinetics

    3 credits

    To introduce the principles of thermodynamics and kinetics from a biomolecular perspective.

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    BMED 4440: Biomedical Systems and Controls

    3 credits

    Analysis and lumped physical biomedical systems; stability analysis; complex plane, root locus for electrical, fluid, and mechanical systems; linear system transients, steady-state behavior; introduction to biomedical feedback control.

    Beyond the classroom

    Piper Lind, a biomedical engineering student, poses for a photo out side of Brevard Hall.

    Co-ops and internships

    Work for a semester or the summer in a company or lab to see what biomedical engineers do.

    Real-world experience
    Biomedical engineering students consult on their work in the research lab.

    Research

    Help our professors in their research efforts – looking into the origins of heart disease, new treatments for breast cancer, drug delivery mechanisms for depression, and more.

    Explore research areas
    A biomedical engineering student gives a presentation at nano-reu.

    Student organizations

    Find your place in one of our student organizations and learn more about your field in the Biomedical Engineering Society.

    Find your org

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