Bioengineering Innovation and Design, Master of Science in Engineering
Program Overview
The Bioengineering Innovation and Design Master's program at Johns Hopkins University focuses on the design and development of medical devices, emphasizing hands-on learning and industry collaboration. Students work in teams to identify clinical needs and design innovative solutions, preparing them for careers in medical device engineering and related fields. The program also includes a focus on technology commercialization, fostering leadership, communication, and marketing skills.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Bioengineering Innovation and Design, Master of Science in Engineering program is housed within the Department of Biomedical Engineering at Johns Hopkins University. It is a one-year program, lasting from May through the following May. The program focuses on the design aspect of Biomedical Engineering, providing students with opportunities to design, develop, build, and test medical devices. The program's mission is to:
- Improve human health by developing medical devices that solve important clinical problems.
- Educate a new generation of medical device engineers and fellows.
- Facilitate technology transfer and industry collaboration. The program emphasizes hands-on learning, with students working in teams to identify clinical needs and innovate novel solutions.
Careers:
The program aims to prepare graduates for successful careers in medical device engineering and related fields. The curriculum includes a focus on technology commercialization, providing students with experiences that promote the development of leadership, communications, and marketing skills.
Other:
- Undergraduate students in BME can also become involved in medical device design by joining an undergraduate design team.
- All students, graduate and undergraduate, will interact with clinical and corporate sponsors.