Biomedical Engineering Undergraduate Program

Biomedical engineers study and research the engineering aspects of biological systems to create new devices and procedures to improve health and quality of life. UA offers three areas of specialization that each combine a basic understanding of engineering principles with an appreciation of the life sciences.

What can I do with biomedical engineering?

A degree in biomedical engineering prepares you for careers in research, medical device development, instrumentation, analysis tools, clinical evaluation methods, systems and processes, and other forms of medical technology, or go on to post-baccalaureate study in engineering, law, or medical school.

Recent UA grads with a B.S. in Biomedical Engineering make an average starting salary of $57,000. We have placed graduates at companies including Zimmer Biomet and The Cleveland Clinic.

Biomedical engineering tracks

• Biomechanics
  Mechanical aspects of the human body and includes hands-on experience in modeling or biomechanics.
• Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering
  The cellular and material aspects of the human body and includes hands-on experience in chemistry and biomaterials.
• Instrumentation, Signals and Imaging
  Biophysical interactions with the human body and includes hands-on experiences with modeling and electronics.

Curriculum guides & courses

Curriculum guides by track:

• Biomaterials & Tissues Track with Co-op
  
• Biomaterials & Tissues Track without Co-op
• Biomechanics with Co-op
• Biomechanics without Co-op
• Instrumentation, Signals & Imaging with Co-op
• Instrumentation, Signals & Imaging without Co-op

Courses: Review all our biomedical engineering classes

Accreditation

The biomedical engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, and has specific program educational objectives and student outcomes that prepare graduates to enter the professional practice of engineering.