Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering

Forge the future of health technology

At a glance

Format
On-campus

Start dates
Fall or Spring

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Develop the expertise to drive innovation at the intersection of engineering and healthcare. In this program, you’ll master core principles alongside cutting-edge tech like AI, machine learning, and computational modeling to tackle complex health challenges. Through hands-on learning, clinical rotations, internships, and research with top healthcare and biotech partners, you’ll gain practical experience that prepares you to lead in the field.

This program specializes in biomedical device engineering, system design, mobile and imaging technologies, bio-nanotechnology, and tissue engineering—providing you with the expertise to excel in the fast-growing biotech industry.

What you'll learn

The Biomedical Engineering master’s degree program equips you with interdisciplinary skills through hands-on lab and computational experiences, incorporating problem-based and project-based learning to build critical thinking and teamwork abilities. Collaborations with local healthcare providers and biotech companies will provide clinical rotations, internships, and research opportunities.

Program Highlights: 

  • Cross-disciplinary curriculum in device engineering, systems, and imaging 
  • Hands-on lab and computational training 
  • Internships and research with local hospitals and biotech companies 
  • Access to leading research centers (CBATI, INDI, H2W) 
  • Focus on AI, machine learning, bio-nanotech, and regenerative medicine 
  • Professional development for leadership in the field

Degree pathways

Research pathway
Focused on project-based research and academic advancement.

Professional pathway
Emphasizing industry experience and practical applications.

Core competencies

  1. Advanced engineering principles: Solid foundation in core disciplines, including materials science, manufacturing processes, electronic systems, and computing technologies.
  2. Biomedical instrumentation and devices: Skilled in designing, developing, and applying medical devices and instruments to address healthcare needs.
  3. Biomedical data analysis: Proficient in analyzing and interpreting biological data using statistical methods, computational tools, and informatics techniques.
  4. Research methodology: Expertise in research design, experimentation, and data analysis, ensuring robust and reproducible outcomes.
  5. Biological systems: Comprehensive understanding of human anatomy, physiology, and biochemistry.

Specialized competencies

  1. AI/ML: Principles of AI, including machine learning, deep learning, and its impact on healthcare.
  2. Biomaterials and devices: Development and characterization, including simulation and modeling of materials and devices for medical applications, such as sensors, implants, prosthetics, and drug delivery systems.
  3. Medical imaging: Development and application of imaging technologies for diagnostics, including MRI, CT, and ultrasound.
  4. Tissue engineering: Developing engineered tissues and organs and their digital twins for transplantation and regenerative medicine.
  5. Bioengineering: Analysis and modeling of biological tissues and organs, with applications in bioengineering, rehabilitation, and sports medicine.
  6. Biomedical signal processing: Analysis and interpretation of biological signals, such as electrocardiograms (ECGs) and electroencephalograms (EEGs).
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Indiana's health care hub

Home to the Schools of Medicine, Nursing, and Dentistry; the Regenstrief Institute; and the VA, the Indianapolis campus has a strong health care focus. IU Indy is a center for technological innovations in health science, where our faculty are engaged in cutting-edge research.

Career outlook

With a master’s degree in biomedical engineering, you’ll have the skills to pursue a wide range of careers. Graduates often work on designing medical devices like artificial limbs or heart valves, developing wearable health tech, creating new diagnostic tools, or working in research and development for biotech and pharmaceutical companies. Others go into areas like tissue engineering, clinical engineering in hospitals, or even regulatory roles ensuring that medical devices meet safety standards.

Students using a biomedical device in the INDI lab

Major employers

  • Eli Lilly
  • Roche Diagnostics
  • Cook Medical
  • Zimmer Biomet

Common job titles

  • Bioengineer
  • Biomaterials engineer
  • Materials engineer
  • Medical device engineer
  • Nanosystems engineer

Admissions requirements

  • A bachelor’s degree in Biomedical, Chemical, Computer, Electrical, Materials, or Mechanical Engineering; Biochemistry; Bioinformatics; Biotechnology; Computer Science; Mathematics; Molecular Biology; Physics; or Statistics.
  • Overall GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
  • Coursework in Calculus I, Calculus II, Linear Algebra, Statistics, and Programming.

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