Biomedical Engineering
Combine engineering and medicine to save lives
What You'll Study
Biomedical Engineering (BME) applies engineering principles to healthcare. You might design artificial limbs, MRI machines, biocompatible implants, or lab-grown tissues. It bridges the gap between medicine and engineering.
- Biomechanics
- Biomaterials
- Medical Imaging
- Physiology & Anatomy
- Circuit Analysis (Bio-signals)
- Tissue Engineering
- Medical Device Design
- FDA Regulations
Example Classes
How to Know If You'll Like It
You'll probably enjoy this if...
- ✓You love medicine but don't want to be a doctor
- ✓You are good at both Biology and Physics
- ✓You want to invent technology that helps patients
- ✓You interact well with doctors and engineers
- ✓You are interested in prosthetics or implants
- ✓You enjoy research and development (R&D)
You might not enjoy this if...
- ✕You dislike biology/anatomy
- ✕You want a job immediately with just a Bachelors (BME can be tough without Masters)
- ✕You want to treat patients directly (be a doctor instead)
- ✕You dislike strict regulations (medical devices are heavily regulated)
Self-Check Quiz
Answer these questions honestly to see if this major might be a good fit for you.
Are you fascinated by artificial hearts or robotic limbs?
Career Outcomes
Featured In-Demand Careers
Biomedical Engineer
Apply engineering principles to healthcare, developing medical devices, prosthetics, and diagnostic equipment.
Physician (MD)
Diagnose and treat illnesses, prevent disease, and improve patient health through medical expertise.
Product Manager
Lead product development from conception to launch, bridging business strategy with user needs and technical capabilities.
Other Common Career Paths
- •Medical Device Engineer
- •Clinical Engineer
- •Biomaterials Scientist
- •Pre-Med Student
Industries
Try It First
Test if you like this field before committing to a major:
Watch videos on how an MRI machine allows us to see inside the body.
Design a helper tool for someone with limited hand mobility using cardboard/tape.
Analyze the mechanics of a human jump or throw using slow-motion video.
Related Majors
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! It covers all requirements and makes you stand out. But maintaining a high GPA can be harder than in Biology.
Often yes. BME is specialized, so a Masters helps for top R&D jobs.
Sometimes, but ME or EE grads are often preferred for general roles. BME is best for Medical Devices specifically.
Yes, lots of lab work and prototyping.
BME = Medical Devices/Hardware. Biotech = Pharma/Genetics/Wet Lab.
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