Biomedical Engineering is an interdisciplinary area of study that integrates knowledge from engineering with the biomedical sciences. It is a very diverse field with Biomedical Engineers working in systems ranging from medical imaging to the design of artificial organs.
Course Information
University
University of California
School / College
College Of Engineering
Course Duration
2 years
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Course Details
Course Structure
The requirements for a Master of Science degree in Biomedical Engineering are completion of 32 units of approved coursework, including three core courses (below), and an MS thesis approved by a three-member faculty committee. 28 units of these courses must be taken for a letter grade
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Requirements
Research & Technical Papers
Bioinstrumentation :
Development of devices used in diagnosis and treatment of disease or in biomedical research. This area applies electronics principles and techniques and can involve computer hardware design.
Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering
The study of living materials or the development of implantable synthetic materials.
Biomechanics
This is a broad subfield that includes orthopedic/rehabilitation engineering—design of wheelchairs, prosthetics etc, and the study of mechanical forces produced by biological systems.
Imaging
The visualization of living tissues for diagnosis of disease.
Systems Engineering
This is the study of basic biological and physiological processes using engineering principles.
Text / Exam Scores
- TOEFL scores :At least 550 on the paper-based test, 213 on the computer-based test, or 80 on the internet-based test. OFFICIAL scores must be sent directly from ETS.
- GRE : GRE General Exam (verbal, quantitative, and analytical) required.
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Recommendations
Three letters of recommendation are required.
Presentations/Group-Discussions/etc.
A minimum of 12-15 units of research are required.The thesis must demonstrate the student’s proficiency in research methods and scientific analysis, and a thorough knowledge of the state-of-the-art of the student’s chosen field.
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Applications for all students are DUE JANUARY 15th, this means that all materials (letters of recommendation, transcripts, GRE/TOEFL scores) must be received prior to this deadline.
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How to Apply
- Holders of a bachelor’s degree with a major in mathematics, physics, chemistry, materials science, bioscience, or engineering, and a minimum GPA of 3.0, may apply for admission to this program.
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- Résumé
- 2 professional recommendations
- 1 essay & 1 personal introduction
- Transcripts
- GMAT or GRE General Test
- TOEFL / IELTS (For international, non-native English speaking applicants)
- $125 application fee