COURSE CURRICULUM

The Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering at University of Colorado Denver prepares students to improve human health by applying engineering principles and modern technology to clinical and medical challenges. The program is designed for students interested in working at the intersection of life sciences, engineering, and clinical medicine while contributing to scientific discovery in healthcare environments. The curriculum emphasizes strong professional competencies including leadership, communication, presentation, teamwork, and critical problem-solving skills that are essential in biomedical and healthcare industries. Students learn how to design innovative medical devices and healthcare technologies, understand how the human body interacts with implanted devices, and develop engineering-based solutions for current clinical and research problems. The program also trains students to effectively communicate scientific research and engineering designs to diverse audiences in clinical, academic, research, and entrepreneurial settings. The 128-credit-hour curriculum combines foundational and advanced biomedical engineering education through 24 credit hours of CU Denver Core Curriculum courses, 58 credit hours of prerequisite biomedical engineering coursework, and 46 credit hours of upper-division biomedical engineering studies. Students gain knowledge in mathematics, engineering, biology, physiology, medical systems, and biomedical design while also developing practical and analytical skills through project-based learning and research-oriented coursework. The interdisciplinary structure of the program allows students to connect engineering innovation with medical applications and healthcare improvement. Graduates are prepared for careers in biomedical device design, biotechnology, healthcare technology, clinical engineering, rehabilitation engineering, medical research, and pharmaceutical industries, as well as for advanced graduate studies, medical school, and professional research opportunities. Overall, the program combines engineering science, healthcare applications, and communication skills to prepare students to develop technologies and solutions that improve patient care and advance modern medicine.