The BME department MS program has two tracks: Non-Thesis, and Thesis. The Non-Thesis MS is recommended for those planning to pursue positions in industry, and the Thesis MS is recommended for those interested in pursuing both coursework and independent study. Click here to view a summary of the requirements for the MS program, or click the above links for more in-depth descriptions of the degree requirements.
The BME department PhD program has six “tracks” representing broad research areas in the department. These tracks have different course requirements for graduation, which are provided on this page. Additionally, students entering with an MS, MSTP, or PhD/DPT degree have different requirements.
PhD students are also required to defend a research proposal during an oral qualification exam near the end of their second year.
Exact program details may evolve over time.