Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering
The 28-32 unit M.S. in Biomedical Engineering degree (MSBME) is designed to be completed in two years or less of full-time study beyond the Bachelor of Science degree. A minimum of 28 units is required for this master's degree. This degree program can be completed with a thesis, requiring 4 units of BME 594abz, or without a thesis, requiring coursework only.
Program of Study
Select one of the following degree completion options:
Option 1: Coursework Only
Option 2: Coursework + Master's Thesis
Degree Course Requirements
Total Units: 28
1. Required 5 courses (17 units):
Complete 3 of the following courses:
- BME 501 | Advanced Topics in Biomedical Systems (4 units)
- BME 511 | Physiological Control Systems (4 units)
- BME 533 | Seminar in Bioengineering (1 unit)
Complete 1 of 4 following courses:
- BME 502 | Advanced Studies of the Nervous System (4 units)
- BME 506 | Bioengineering of Disease & Cell Therapeutics (4 units)
- BME 510 | Cellular Systems Engineering (4 units)
- BME 559 | Nanomedicine & Drug Delivery (4 units)
Complete 1 of 3 following courses:
- BME 504 | Neuromuscular and Bio-Robotic Systems (4 units)
- BME 513 | Signal & Systems Analysis (4 units)
- BME 530 | Introduction to Systems Biology (4 units)
2. Select 1 track option or technical elective courses (11 units):
- Courses must be approved by the BME Graduate Advisor
There is no comprehensive exam requirement.
Technical Elective Course Recommendations
Approved Technical Electives
Published on February 1st, 2017
Last updated on August 25th, 2023