University of Massachusetts Amherst campus

Engineering

MS Biomedical Engineering at University of Massachusetts Amherst

University of Massachusetts Amherst, United States

Programme overview

An MS building research and technical depth in diagnostics, therapeutics and medical device design, with a professional (course-based) track and a thesis track.

Faculty: Riccio College of Engineering  |  Department: Department of Biomedical Engineering  |  Duration: 2 years  |  Intake: Fall  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Amherst, MA, United States

What you will study

Five research areas: biomedical imaging and AI; devices, biosensors and bioinstrumentation; biomaterials and therapeutic delivery; biomechanics and multiscale physiology; tissue engineering and regenerative medicine. Optional independent study.

Career pathways

Careers in medical equipment design, scientific R&D and pharmaceutical manufacturing, with internships in New England biotech and healthcare clusters.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Biomedical Engineering MS: minimum GPA 2.75; bachelor's in math, science or engineering (BME or closely related encouraged). English minimums for non-native speakers: TOEFL 80, IELTS 6.5, PTE Academic 53, Duolingo 115. Online application, personal statement, resume/CV, 2 letters of recommendation, transcripts; GRE not required. Fall deadline January 15.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Intake: Fall

Duration: 2 years

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