Program at a Glance
- Program
- Master
- College(s)
- College of Engineering and Computer Science
- Department(s)
- Mechanical & Aerospace Engr
Breathe New Life Into Your Career
Biomedical engineering continuously advances the quality of human life. Engineers in this field design and develop life-changing devices such as prosthetic limbs and artificial organs. They use their sense of problem solving to create innovative equipment for surgical procedures, rehabilitation and medical diagnosis. Their job is to engineer new machines and technology that revolutionize the field of healthcare.
Biomedical Engineering At UCF
At the graduate level, UCF offers a Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering through the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering. Students enrolled in the M.S.BME can choose to pursue one of three tracks:
This track emphasizes translational research in multiscale computational fluid dynamics for cardiovascular treatment planning, lung cancer treatment planning, upper airways fluid mechanics, and bioacoustics for patient monitoring.
This track focuses on cellular mechanics, surgical robotics navigation and soft robotics, the biomechanics of movement for rehabilitation, and neural control of movement.
Through this track, offered in partnership with the College of Medicine, students will earn an M.D. and the M.S.BME simultaneously.
Where Graduates Work
With a Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering from UCF, you can prepare to work for a variety of healthcare and engineering organizations including Advent Health, Orlando Health, .decimal, the Veteran’s Affairs Orlando Healthcare System, and more. The degree can also prepare you for advanced studies in a biomedical engineering doctoral program.
Highlights
Application Deadlines
- Fall
- July 1
- Spring
- December 1
Application deadlines subject to change, see the Graduate Studies website for up-to-date deadlines.
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Course Overview
Mechanics of Biostructures I & II
Learn about the mechanical analysis of hard and soft tissues and prosection lab on human anatomy and physiology. Then in part two of this course, you’ll examine cell physiology and engineering principles applied to analysis of cellular processes and prosection anatomy lab on human anatomy and physiology.
Bioinstrumentation
Get an introduction to the fundamental theory and experimental techniques needed for performing bioengineering measurements, designing related experiments and analyzing experimental results.
Topics in Biomedical Engineering
Explore research topics in biomedical engineering (BME) guided by BME faculty. This team-taught course will involve seminars and presentations of research and case studies by faculty engaged in BME research as well as regional medical professionals.
Biomedical Engineering Skills You'll Learn
- Design, develop and test various instruments, devices and software used in the healthcare industry.
- Ensure the safety and efficiency of biomedical equipment through diagnosing any potential problems and making necessary repairs.
- Work in a cross-functional team to develop innovative concepts and ideas for new products and product improvements.
Career Opportunities
- Biomedical Engineer
- Clinical Engineer
- Rehabilitation Engineer
- Quality Engineer
- Researcher
Admission Requirements
Biomedical engineering applicants should hold a bachelor’s degree in biomedical, mechanical or aerospace engineering, or a closely related discipline from an accredited university. Applications to the program are accepted for the fall and spring semesters, and all required materials need to be submitted prior to the application deadline.
In addition to the general UCF graduate application requirements, applicants to this program must provide:
- Official transcripts
- Resume
- Statement of educational, research and professional career objectives
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