Biomedical Engineering, MS
Explore groundbreaking innovations and advanced medical technologies through our Master of Science in Engineering Science with a Biomedical Engineering emphasis.
About the Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering
The M.S. in Engineering Science with an emphasis in Biomedical Engineering prepares graduates to merge engineering principles with life sciences to improve human health. Students gain the skills to apply interdisciplinary science and engineering tools to tackle complex challenges in biology and medicine. Graduates leave equipped to independently solve problems, lead innovative projects, and pursue rewarding careers in research, development, or management within biomedical and engineering fields. This degree also serves as an excellent foundation for professional studies in medicine, law, or related fields.
Program Structure
The MS in Biomedical Engineering offers three distinct pathways, allowing students to tailor their studies to their career goals and research interests:
Coursework Option – Complete 30 credit hours of approved graduate-level courses (500+ level), including at least two BME courses (6 credit hours) and BME 600 (3 credit hours). Students must pass and orally defend a comprehensive final exam developed in consultation with their committee and approved by the graduate program coordinator.
Nonthesis Option – Complete at least 27 credit hours of approved graduate-level courses (500+ level), including at least two BME courses (6 credit hours) and BME 600 (3 credit hours). Students also complete a minimum of 3 credit hours of project work (Engr 693 or Engr 694) and present a successful defense of their project to their committee.
Thesis Option – Complete BME 600 (3 credit hours), 3 hours of BME 601 (1 credit hour each), and 18 credit hours of approved graduate-level coursework (500+ level), including at least two BME courses (excluding BME 600 and BME 601). Students conduct original research, complete at least 6 credit hours of thesis work (Engr 697), and defend their written thesis before their committee.
Whether students choose a coursework-intensive route, a project-focused track, or a research-driven thesis, the program provides the flexibility, faculty expertise, and interdisciplinary environment needed to make a meaningful impact in the biomedical field.
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Program Information
Degree
M.S. in Engineering Science
Emphases
Biomedical Engineering
Specializations
Biomedical Engineering
Required Credit Hours
30
Program Type
Master's Program
Program Location
School
Biomedical Engineering Specialization
Find course requirements and other information about the biomedical engineering emphasis in the course catalog.
For questions, contact our graduate program coordinator using the information below.
Dwight Ernest Waddell
Chair and Associate Professor of Biomedical Engineering and Affiliate Professor of Electrical Engineering and Director of the Center for Diagnostics, Design, Devices, and Biomechanics
Our Research Centers
Our research centers offer students the chance to work alongside faculty experts and industry partners on projects that push the boundaries of engineering innovation. From hands-on lab work to collaborative problem-solving, these centers provide invaluable experience, professional connections, and the opportunity to make meaningful contributions to the field.
Research in BME
Within the department of Biomedical Engineering, research spans a broad spectrum of topics that address both fundamental science and real-world challenges. Faculty and students collaborate to advance knowledge in areas such as biomaterials and drug delivery, microdevices, molecular biophysics, and ocular and nuero-biomechanics.
Grad School Requirements
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