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Can BME students study overseas?
Does the BME degree prepare me for med school?
Will I be able to find a job with a BME degree?
 


Can BME students study overseas?
Yes!  In the past few years, BME students have studied in Australia, Ireland, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom.  BME students are also well-represented in the Viterbi Engineering Overseas program.  
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Does the BME degree prepare me for med school?
The BMEC degree includes all courses that are considered "pre-reqs" for med school.  The BME degree meets all the requirements except for one course and past students have been able to fit the additional course in to their schedule without any difficulty.  Click here to see a sample of the schools our graduates have attended after leaving USC.
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Will I be able to find a job with a BME degree?
The biotech industry is growing and there are many opportunities for our students.  In addition to bio-related jobs, many of our graduates have found positions in consulting, finance, utilities, and many other fields.  Click here to see a sample of where our alumni have gone.
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