Biomedical Engineering, MS
Degree: Master of Science (MS)
Field of Study: Biomedical Engineering
Program Overview
The objective of the graduate program in biomedical engineering is to educate biomedical engineers for careers in industry, academia, health care, and government and to advance research in biomedical engineering. The department provides a learning environment that encourages students to apply biomedical engineering methods to advance basic scientific discovery; integrate knowledge across the spectrum from basic cellular and molecular biology through tissue, organ, and whole-body physiology and pathophysiology; and to exploit this knowledge to design diagnostic and therapeutic technologies that improve human health. The unique and rich medical, science, and engineering environment at Case enables research projects ranging from basic science through engineering design and clinical application.
Numerous fellowships and research assistantships are available to support graduate students in their studies.
Graduate Policies
For graduate policies and procedures, please review the School of Graduate Studies section of the General Bulletin.
Program Requirements
The MS in Biomedical Engineering program provides breadth in biomedical engineering and biomedical sciences with depth in an engineering specialty. In addition, students are expected to develop the ability to work independently on a biomedical research or design project. While there is no set of core required courses, the MS requires a minimum of 30 credit hours. Every program of study must be approved by the graduate education committee.
With an MS Thesis-Focused Track, a minimum of 18 to 21 credits hours is needed in regular course work, and 9 to 12 hours of EBME 651 thesis research.
With an MS Project-Focused Track, a minimum of 24 to 30 credit hours is needed in regular course work, and 0 to 6 credit hours of EBME 695 project research.
The MS Course-Focused Track requirements consist of the completion of 30 credit hours of approved coursework at the 400-level or higher, including satisfactory completion of the culminating course focused experience such as EBME 471 or ENGR 600.
Students should consult with their academic advisor and/or department to determine the detailed requirements within this framework.