Bioengineering
Overview
Professional Leaders Engineering Healthy Lives
Prepare for a rewarding career as a leader in the biomedical field with a Master of Science in Engineering in Bioengineering from the University of California, Riverside. The online Master of Science in Engineering with a specialization in Bioengineering is an expedition into biological science and engineering at the cellular and molecular levels, exploring high-level topics including computational biology, genetics, and biological and physiological systems.
Graduate in as few as 13 months
No residency requirement
Enjoy flexible admissions and three start dates
Why a Master’s in Bioengineering?
Bioengineering (also referred to as biomedical engineering) graduate programs can be tremendous career investments. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), reports a much higher growth rate than the national average for all biomedical occupations. Bioengineers can find employment in a diverse range of professional arenas, including:
- Hospitals
- Medical manufacturers
- Academic institutions
- Pharmaceutical manufacturers
Who should choose a Bioengineering Master’s
Are you searching for a new challenge, a change or a more fulfilling professional life?
A master’s degree from UCR can help you do all of that and more.
Curriculum
The online Master of Science in Engineering is a comprehensive engineering program that encompasses both leadership strategy and technical skills.
Coursework includes 16 credits of core engineering classes, plus 16 credits within your specialization, helping you tailor the program to your area of expertise.
To accommodate busy professionals, the online Master of Science in Engineering does not include a required residency. Instead, students participate in 4 one-credit capstone courses throughout the program, providing a rich learning experience that comes with maximum flexibility.
MSEBE Core Courses/ 16 credit hours
Engineering in the Global Environment (4)
Technology Innovation and Strategy for Engineers (4)
Introduction to Systems Engineering (4)
Principles of Engineering Management (4)
*Curriculum subject to change
Bioengineering Specialization*/ 16 credit hours
Engineering Analysis of Physiological Systems (4)
Cellular and Molecular Engineering (4)
Integration of Computational and Experimental Biology (4)
Biotransport Phenomena (4)
Admission Requirements
The following criteria are considered during the admission process for the M.S. in Engineering program:
- A bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field from an accredited institution.
- Official transcripts.
- GPA.
- GRE/FE scores.
- TOEFL or IELTS scores (for international applicants).
- Evidence of significant professional engineering experience.
- Professional certifications.
- Reference letters.
- Applicants of the bioengineering specialization are expected to have taken a course in Differential Equations.
Careers
Pharmaceutical Engineer
Use your bioengineering background to create safe and effective pharmaceuticals that can change lives for the better. Pharmaceutical engineers develop, create and test medications for the treatment of all sorts of viruses, diseases and injuries.
Bioengineering graduate programs are designed to give you the advanced tools to thrive as a pharmaceutical engineering leader.
Medical Device Engineer
Improve the quality of life for people across the world through the development of new medical devices and technology. Medical device engineers design and create artificial organs, prosthetic limbs and other breakthrough products that are expanding the scope of the industry as a whole.
A master’s in biomedical engineering can deliver the skill set to help you become an innovator in the world of medical device engineering.
Medical Scientist
Promote population health through bioengineering and medical science. Medical scientists conduct clinical trials and other research and analysis to help prevent, treat and cure a multitude of medical issues.
A master’s degree in bioengineering can provide you with the abilities to make advancements in human health through medical science.
Student Outcomes
“The knowledge I learned from my classes is very applicable to the work that I do every day. I liked the course content and professors very much. They inspired me to do even more of my own research.”
– Peter Do
Class of 2017
“This program has been one of the best experiences I have ever had. I was so happy when I was accepted into the program because I value the university and its great reputation. The instructors have been exceptional throughout the Master of Science in Engineering – Materials at the Nanoscale program. I felt such great support from everyone throughout the program.
I am so glad I chose this specialization because it connects with the work I do now and I am applying what I have learned.”
– Curt Allen
Class of 2018
“Taking the program online, I was able to do extra research to assist me with grasping the engineering concepts.”
– David Butler
Class of 2016
Faculty
Tom Fryer
Master’s of Engineering Online
Bahman Anvari, Ph.D.
Jiayu Liao Ph.D.
Bioengineering
Interested in this degree?
The University of California, Riverside has been recognized by a number of academic publications for a variety of different programs and attributes. In its most recent graduate school rankings, U.S. News & World Report counted UC Riverside among the top 30 Best Online Master’s in Engineering programs.
The University of California, Riverside is regionally accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). Regional accreditation assures students that UC Riverside meets the highest standards in terms of learning opportunities and a commitment to self-improvement.
U.S. News & World Report consistently ranks the University of California, Riverside among the top 3 in the nation for social mobility, an honor that reflects our longstanding commitment to cultural, professional and geographical diversity.
