COURSE CURRICULUM

The Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering combines advanced engineering principles with biological and medical sciences to prepare students for careers in healthcare technology, biomedical research, medical device development, and interdisciplinary engineering innovation. The program requires a minimum of 30 credits and includes a combination of required coursework, electives, and a substantial research or design project. The required courses provide students with strong foundations in biostatistics, biomedical engineering concepts, biomedical polymers, biosensors and instrumentation, experimental design, and advanced mechanical engineering analysis. Through these courses, students learn how to analyze biological systems, apply engineering methods to healthcare problems, and interpret complex data from living systems and biomedical technologies. Laboratory-based learning and analytical coursework help students develop practical skills in instrumentation, experimentation, and engineering evaluation within healthcare and research environments. Students also complete elective courses that allow specialization in advanced biomedical engineering topics such as biomaterials, tissue engineering, medical imaging, biomedical optics, bioanalytics, immunology, nanobiotechnology, computational fluid dynamics, finite element analysis, digital signal processing, and digital image processing. Internship, research, and thesis opportunities further enhance hands-on learning and professional development. A major component of the program is the substantial project requirement, which can be completed through a project-based course, an independent research project, or a formal thesis. Students pursuing project-based coursework complete extensive work in specialized focus areas such as biomaterials, tissue engineering, medical imaging, or digital image processing under faculty guidance. Alternatively, students may complete an independent research project by developing and proposing original work in areas that may extend beyond the formal curriculum, or they may pursue a two-part thesis involving advanced research under the supervision of a faculty advisor. These project experiences strengthen students’ abilities in research design, problem-solving, innovation, technical communication, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Throughout the program, students gain expertise in applying mathematics, science, engineering, and biomedical knowledge to identify and solve medical and healthcare challenges while learning to communicate technical findings effectively in both oral and written forms. Overall, the program prepares graduates for careers in biomedical device industries, biotechnology, healthcare systems, medical imaging, biomaterials research, pharmaceutical development, rehabilitation engineering, and advanced doctoral study in biomedical engineering and related scientific fields.