Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering

Professional Track

The Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering offers advanced engineering education combined with opportunities for cutting-edge innovation and relevant work. This program will prepare you for academic, clinical, or industrial research and development in Basic Research in Engineered Tissue Model Systems, Diagnostic Bioimaging and Sensor Systems, or Therapeutic and Reparative Neurotechnology.

This program provides an interdisciplinary education intended to prepare you for professional practice in Biomedical Engineering and can be completed within two years.

What Can You Do with a BME Master’s Degree?

With a master’s degree in biomedical engineering, a wide range of employment opportunities are available, such as:

Biomaterials Developer: Biomedical engineers may develop biomaterials, which can be either natural living tissue or artificial materials, for the human body to use. Tissue engineering, biomedical implant development, drug delivery and nano implants are all areas that a biomaterials developer may work in. Biomaterials can be used to either repair or replace lost function to the body, or to detect and image disease.

Manufacturing Engineer: Manufacturing engineers are involved with the design and production of products, striving to create goods that are low-cost and high-quality. In the biomedical field, these products are typically developed for use in the healthcare industry.

They can include laboratory or hospital equipment, prosthetic limbs, imaging tools and more. Manufacturing engineers with biomedical engineering backgrounds can take leadership positions in the design of these products or manage teams who are creating them.

Independent Engineering Consultant: Independent consultants in the biomedical engineering field work with medical organizations and research institutions to provide guidance and recommendations. Their input can affect how processes are executed, what type of equipment to use, how to organize a workforce and other crucial decisions.

Independent biomedical consultants may work with a variety of businesses, and they sometimes consult with organizations for long periods of time. Consultants can grow relationships while also reaping the benefits of diverse experiences with a variety of stakeholders.

Biomedical Scientist/Researcher: Biomedical scientists and researchers use clinical trials to conduct research for improving human health, carrying out scientific laboratory tests to find solutions to medical problems. They research information that aids in the development of biomedical technology and test products so that they are safe for consumers.

Biomedical researchers may also work in the field of biomechanics, which involves simulating medical problems and body systems to aid in the creation of biomedical devices. The BLS projects the job growth rate for medical scientists to be 4 percent from 2024 to 2028, which is faster than average.

Rehabilitation Engineer: Biomedical engineers who work in a field dedicated to rehabilitation may work on diverse projects. These can range from mechanical equipment that helps patients regain the ability to walk to virtual reality systems that aid in limb mobility. Rehabilitation engineers may also create custom solutions based on unique needs or research improvements that can be made in rehabilitation technology.

Medical Technology Developer: Medical technology can refer to the hardware and software that help manufacture medical devices, as well as to the technology that is an integral part of those devices. Medical technology professionals with biomedical engineering backgrounds may specialize in bioinstrumentation, or the use of bioelectronic instruments to record or transmit physiological information. This type of equipment includes pacemakers, blood pressure monitors and electrocardiographs.

Medical Practice: Some biomedical engineering professionals go on to pursue a medical degree in order to become a physician or surgeon. Doctor and surgeon positions are expected to grow 8 percent from 2024 to 2028 (faster than average), according to the BLS. Doctors and surgeons can work in small offices or large hospitals, working on tasks ranging from major surgeries to diagnosing and treating diseases.

For a full list of current job openings for BME Master’s graduates, click here.
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Benefits of a BME Master’s Degree

Obtaining an MS degree in Biomedical Engineering can help position graduates to thrive in a variety of rewarding careers. Employees with a Master of Science (MS) in Biomedical Engineering degree make an average of at least $21,800 more per year compared to those with a bachelor’s degree. An MS in Biomedical Engineering can help give grads:

An opportunity for upward mobility in your current company
The ability to apply for leadership roles
The opportunity for higher pay
The ability to take on more responsibilities
Increased knowledge, leading to expanded job satisfaction and duties

BME Professional Track

This track is tailored primarily for engineers currently working in the biomedical industry and students interested in pursuing a management career in the biomedical industry.

Professional Track: 30 credits total

3 Math credits focused on advanced statistics and/or modeling and simulations
3 Life Science credits in physiology and/or cellular and molecular biology
9 BME Elective credits covering the breadth of biomedical engineering applications
9 BME Professional Core credits covering aspects of design, regulatory affairs, and quality control
3 BME Professional Development credits offering hands-on experience in biomedical engineering
3 BME Capstone Project credits during which students synthesize knowledge gained throughout the curriculum

» Refer to the catalog for specific course offerings and additional details.

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For information, contact Dr. Joshua Hutcheson, Graduate Program Director and Associate Professor at:

bmegraduate@fiu.edu
(305) 348-0157