About the Program
Biomedical Device Development
Strengthen your competitive edge with a Master’s Degree in Biomedical Engineering with a concentration in Biomedical Device Development in as few as three semesters. This program is ideal for those seeking a career in the healthcare or biomedical industries. The curriculum emphasizes biomedical device development, but can be tailored to support your individual career interests. Students earning this degree will gain knowledge of the design and development of biomedical products and processes; sharpen their ability to make well-reasoned, ethical and socially responsible engineering decisions; increase their communication, negotiation, and leadership skills; and gain a practical understanding of regulatory processes for the healthcare industry.
This program is a self-funded terminal Master’s program and is not intended for students who are interested in research or continuing on to a PhD.
Learning Outcomes
- A functional understanding of the design and development of biomedical products and processes at the systems level.
- A practical understanding of the processes to ensure quality, testing, and approval of biomedical products.
- A more seasoned ability to make well-reasoned, ethical, and socially responsible engineering decisions in a variety of scenarios.
- An experienced skillset of communicating clearly, negotiating effectively and leading strategically while contributing to biomedical engineering projects.
Biomedical Device Development with Industry Immersion
The Biomedical Device Development with Industry Immersion program is designed for individuals seeking a “real-world” work experience and includes a six- to 12-month internship. This program gives you all the benefits of the Biomedical Device Development program plus the added benefit of a direct corporate partnership that offers the young professional practical experience during which you will acquire firsthand knowledge of a leading medical device company, deepen technical acumen and gain a competitive edge.