Overview

The research conducted within the department is in the broad areas of bioinstrumentation and imaging, biomaterials, tissue engineering and regeneration, and biomechanics. We work in close collaboration with colleagues in the Institute for Applied Life Sciences (IALS), the College of Engineering, and the College of Natural Sciences. Several of our faculty members have their labs located at the UMass Medical School in Worcester, where they closely collaborate with UMMS researchers and practitioners.

The Department of Biomedical Engineering is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our community of scholars and students is vibrant because of the diversity of our members and their contributions to our inclusive educational and work environment. We are committed to the efforts in the College, the University, and the nation to fight for racial and social justice.

Career Outlook and Job Market

Graduates of the Biomedical Engineering program of the University of Massachusetts Amherst will be prepared for a broad range of careers, including medical equipment design and manufacturing, scientific research and development services, pharmaceutical and medicine manufacturing, and work with medical professionals.

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts 23.1% job growth for biomedical engineers between 2014 - 2024. This growth reflects the increased medical demands of our aging population and the increased awareness of the benefits resulting from recent biomedical engineering advances (BLS website, 2015). This growth is much higher than other occupations, and jobs can be found in research facilities, regulatory agencies, hospitals or medical institutions, medical products-related companies, and manufacturing facilities. Within Massachusetts, the Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development’s long-term industry projection for “Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services” shows an increased employment of 27.3% between 2012 and 2022. According to the Occupational Network, the following educational levels are needed for a job in biomedical engineering: 45% B.S., 35% M.S., 20% Ph.D. Thus, there are opportunities for students with degrees from all levels.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Bioengineering

Statics and Dynamics

Strength of Materials

Biomechanics

Biomaterials

Quantitative Physiology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-01-30 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-10-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2024-10-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2025-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Bio & Biomedical Engineering View 388 other Bachelors in Bio & Biomedical Engineering in United States

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A complete Common Application (including the UMass questions)

Official high school transcript (grades 9 -11) or Secondary School Exams

Official transcripts for all completed college coursework

Letter of recommendation

Application fee of $85 (unable to waive)

English Language Proficiency Requirements

(Optional) SAT and/or ACT scores

Tuition Fee

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International

40882 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 40882 USD per year during 48 months.
National

40449 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 40449 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

17772 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 17772 USD per year during 48 months.

Regional Tuition: $33,512

Living costs for Amherst Center

1228 - 2543 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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