Biomedical Engineering MSc Program

The University of Alberta’s Department of Biomedical Engineering equips students to tackle some of medicine’s toughest problems by applying the latest engineering theory and practice. The department is a collaboration between the Faculty of Engineering and the Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry, offering students interdisciplinary research opportunities and state-of-the-art facilities to take their ideas from imagination to application. Working with medical professionals, our world-class researchers design systems, software and devices that save lives today and improve the health-care landscape of tomorrow.

The course-based MSc offers students strong foundational knowledge in biomedical engineering by combining coursework, a capstone project and professional development opportunities. Students must complete a minimum of eight 3-unit graduate courses plus one 2-unit graduate seminar course and one 3-unit capstone project. It is expected that the program can be completed within 18 to 24 months; however, students are able to accelerate or prolong the program in consultation with the graduate program director. Students participate in multidisciplinary projects to develop the skills and expertise needed to launch a meaningful career in the field. Graduates leave as highly-trained biomedical engineers, prepared to contribute to Alberta’s fast-growing life sciences and health innovation sectors.

What You’ll Learn

• Gain foundational knowledge in diverse biomedical engineering areas such as biomechanics, biomaterials, bioinstrumentation, biomedical device design and biomedical research methods.
• Gain foundational knowledge in anatomy and physiology in the biomedical engineering context.
• Obtain relevant understanding of emerging biomedical engineering technologies and techniques.
• Learn to communicate effectively in a multidisciplinary field, both orally and in writing.
• Gain understanding of the ethical and professional responsibilities involved in biomedical research and development, including work with human and animal participants.