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PhD Bioengineering at University of California, Los Angeles

University of California, Los Angeles, United States

Programme overview

The graduate program in bioengineering trains future leaders in the wide range of possible bioengineering careers at the interface of engineering, life sciences, and medical practice. Graduates from the program are trained to be well-grounded in the fundamental sciences, adept at addressing open-ended problems, and highly proficient in rigorous analytical engineering tools necessary for lifelong success.

Faculty: Henry Samueli School of Engineering and Applied Science  |  Department: Bioengineering  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: Fall  |  Location: Los Angeles, CA, United States

What you will study

Areas of study: Field 1: Biomedical Devices and Instrumentation (BDI) This field of emphasis is designed to train bioengineers interested in the applications and development of instrumentation used in medicine and biotechnology. Examples include the use of lasers in surgery and diagnostics, new micro electrical machines for surgery, sensors for detecting and monitoring of disease, microfluidic systems for cell-based diagnostics, new tool development for basic and applied life science research, and controlled drug delivery devices. The principles underlying each instrument and specific clinical or biological needs will be emphasized.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Application deadline: December 1, 2026. GRE: Optional. Letters of recommendation: 3, detailing research accomplishments, academic preparation, industrial experience, communications skills, other. M.S.: The statement of purpose should relate reasons for seeking admission. Applicants should have a B.S. degree or its equivalent in engineering, life science, or physical science. Ph.D.: Applicants should have a B.S. degree or its equivalent, with a grade point average in the final two years of not less than 3.00, in engineering, life science, or physical science.Admission to the Ph.D. program is granted to a small group each year, according to the following criteria: (1) Evidence of capacity for original scholarship and research in the field of Biomedical Engineering; (2) outstanding letters of recommendation;

Most graduate departments and schools have deadlines in November and early December for the following fall term.

Graduate application fee: $135 for U.S. citizens and permanent residents, $155 for all other applicants; deadlines are set by each programme, mostly in November and early December for the following fall.

Apply through the official page: https://grad.ucla.edu/admissions/steps-to-apply/

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