BEng & BME Engineering Physics and Biomedical Engineering at McMaster University

Engineering Physics & Biomedical Engineering combines the principles of physics with biomedical engineering to develop technologies that advance healthcare and improve human health. Through hands-on labs, design projects, and advanced engineering courses, you’ll explore areas such as medical imaging, nanotechnology, radiation and embedded systems. Graduates are prepared for careers in medical devices, imaging and instrumentation, consumer health technology, and advanced engineering or graduate studies.

Faculty: Faculty of Engineering  |  Department: Integrated Biomedical Engineering & Health Sciences  |  Duration: 5 years  |  Study mode: co-op  |  Location: Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

What you will study

Study in an interdisciplinary field that combines engineering physics principles with biomedical engineering applications. You’ll build a strong foundation in core areas such as mechanics, electromagnetism, quantum physics, electronics, optics, and numerical methods, alongside biomedical systems including physiology, medical imaging, and health technologies .

Career pathways

Graduates will be career-ready for high-demand areas such as advanced technology, energy systems, telecommunications, materials, and space and quantum technologies.

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