MS Program

The Master of Science (MS) Program in Biomedical Engineering is a thesis-based degree program designed to provide advanced training in biomedical engineering for students focusing on a research career. The program requires students to establish the necessary foundation in molecular- or systems-level biology/physiology and mathematics, in addition to advanced biomedical engineering coursework. The program requires students to develop a research focus, and requires that students carry out original research that culminates in a written thesis. The program is designed to be completed by full-time students in two academic years. Students who excel in the BME MS program are encouraged to apply to the BME post-MS PhD program.

MS Degree Requirements

The MS degree requires a minimum of 36 credit hours. Students in the MS program must take at least seven structured courses, as follows:

  • BE 605 Molecular Bioengineering I or BE 606 Quantitative Physiology for Engineers (4 credits)
  • Math Requirement selected from approved list (4 credits)
  • Three BME graduate-level electives in area of specialization (12 credits)
  • Two graduate-level technical electives (8 credits)

MS students must also complete 8 credits of research, and successfully propose and defend an original MS thesis.

Application and Deadlines

MS candidates must complete an online application (http://www.bu.edu/eng/grad/apply/), provide GRE scores, two letters of reference, a resume, and a statement of purpose (essay). Applications are due January 15th (December 15th for international students).

For more information, contact Dafna Shulman-Petrover (dafnap@bu.edu).