PhD in Biomedical Engineering

In this program, you'll combine coursework in engineering and life sciences to conduct independent research in the human health and well-being fields. You'll learn to merge engineering principles with science to understand health-related problems and design innovative solutions, including methods, devices and software.As a biomedical engineer, you'll focus on technological and medical advancements to develop new devices and equipment that improve human health. You might design software for medical equipment, create computer simulations to test new drug therapies, build artificial body parts like hip and knee joints, develop materials for replacements or design rehabilitative exercise equipment.Your Biomedical Engineering curriculum includes: Cross-disciplinary coursework Given the diversity and the multidisciplinary nature of biomedical engineering, the curriculum is designed to offer a common set of core courses to provide the fundamentals of biomedical technology, research and design, advanced statistical and numerical methods, as well as a course for professional development.Wide range of elective courses for specialization The core coursework is augmented by a wide range of elective courses allowing students to obtain depth and breadth in their area of specialization.Independent research opportunities Twenty credit hours dedicated to designing and creating novel methods, devices, and software to bring innovative solutions to health-related problems.Learn from experts in the biomedical field Learn from faculty who hold degrees in or conduct primary research in areas associated with biomedical engineering, topics including orthopedic biomechanics, computational biomechanics, cardiovascular biomechanics, biosensing, biofluorescence, medical device development, applications of AI in biomedical sciences and engineering, assistive technologies, applications of nanotechnology in bioengineering, and neuro-engineering.