Program Overview

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Master of Engineering in Biomedical Engineering (MEng)

The Master of Engineering in Biomedical Engineering (MEng) is a program that applies knowledge in engineering, biology, and medicine to healthcare and medical device industries. Biomedical Engineering is a distinct field that encompasses engineering disciplines, biology, life sciences, medicine, clinical applications, and the improvement of human health.

Overview

Since 2006, the MEng program has been training students who wish to enhance their professional skills in biomedical engineering. Students engage in a combination of course work and internship or co-op work experience. The program emphasizes the clinical and industrial aspects of biomedical engineering and prepares students for careers in hospitals and private industry. Many students find employment as clinical engineers. Students wishing to pursue a PhD should apply to the Master of Applied Science (MASc) in Biomedical Engineering.

What makes the program unique?

The Biomedical Engineering Program at UBC is a part of the School of Biomedical Engineering. This unique interdisciplinary structure provides students with unparalleled access to engineering experts across varied Biomedical Engineering research areas at UBC. It emphasizes a balance of biomedical engineering and life science study with a focus on clinical and industrial application. Our graduates have gone on to become industry leaders, especially in the medical device industry, and provide a network of professionals within the community.

Quick Facts

• Faculty: Faculty of Applied Science
• Academic Unit: School of Biomedical Engineering
• Specialization: Biomedical Engineering
• Mode of delivery: In person at UBC Vancouver
• Program Components: Coursework only
• Tuition (First Year):
  • Domestic: $6,838.20
  • International: $26,364.80

Research Information

Research Highlights

UBC Biomedical Engineering researchers work in a wide range of areas. Our main research themes include:

• Cellular and Molecular Engineering (including Regenerative Medicine, Synthetic Biology, and Immune Engineering)
• Imaging and Computational Biology (including AI & Multiscale Imaging, Bioinformatics/Systems Biology, and Computational Modeling & Automation)
• Human Interfacing Devices (including Therapeutic Delivery Systems & Nanodevices, Bionics & Bio-Sensors, Biomaterials, and Biomechanics/Injury Prevention)

Research Focus

UBC Biomedical Engineering researchers work in a wide range of areas. Our main research clusters (RC) include:

• Imaging, Modeling, Simulation, and Guided Interventions
• BIOMEMs and Bio-Optics
• Musculoskeletal Biomechanics, Injury, Disease, and Restorative Treatments
• Rehabilitative and Assistive Technologies and Human-Environment Interactions
• Physiological Modeling and Control
• Computational and Synthetic Biology

Program Components

Students in the MEng program complete an internship or co-op in Biomedical Engineering in one of three formats: hospital internship, industry internship or co-op placement, or supervised research project.

Tuition & Financial Support

Tuition

• Application Fee:
  • Canadian Citizen / Permanent Resident / Refugee / Diplomat: $118.50
  • International: $168.25
• Tuition per year:
  • Canadian Citizen / Permanent Resident / Refugee / Diplomat: $6,838.20
  • International: $26,364.75
• Other Fees and Costs:
  • Student Fees (yearly): $1,144.10 (approx.)
  • Costs of living: Estimate your costs of living with our interactive tool in order to start developing a financial plan for your graduate studies.

Financial Support

Applicants to UBC have access to a variety of funding options.

• The MEng program does not provide funding for students.
• Employer support: Organizations may provide their employees with tuition benefits as part of an employment package to support lifelong learning of their workforce.
• Scholarships & awards (merit-based funding): Professional / course-based programs usually do not provide merit-based funding. Some programs may offer bursaries.
• Financial aid (need-based funding): Canadian and US applicants may qualify for governmental loans to finance their studies.
• Foreign government scholarships: Many foreign governments provide support to their citizens in pursuing education abroad.
• Working while studying: International students enrolled as full-time students with a valid study permit can work on campus for unlimited hours and work off-campus for no more than 24 hours a week during academic sessions.

Career Options

The MEng program in Biomedical Engineering is designed to prepare students for employment in the public or private sector, or to pursue further studies. Recent graduates have gone on to work at various organizations, including hospitals and private industry. Many have started their own companies, and those looking to pursue their MD or PhD have gone on to study at reputable institutions.

Alumni on Success

Andrew Ibey, Acting Manager, Biomedical Engineering at Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO), is an example of a successful alumnus.

Enrolment, Duration & Other Stats

• Applications: 137 (2023), 153 (2022), 157 (2021), 112 (2020), 100 (2019)
• Offers: 55 (2023), 43 (2022), 52 (2021), 20 (2020), 20 (2019)
• New Enrolment: 17 (2023), 19 (2022), 26 (2021), 11 (2020), 11 (2019)
• Total Enrolment: 27 (2023), 31 (2022), 33 (2021), 21 (2020), 26 (2019)
• Completion Rates & Times: This program has a graduation rate of 100% based on 39 students admitted between 2015 - 2018. Based on 71 graduations between 2020 - 2023 the minimum time to completion is 0.33 years and the maximum time is 2.04 years with an average of 1.18 years of study.

Related Programs

• Doctor of Philosophy in Biomedical Engineering (PhD)
• Master of Applied Science in Biomedical Engineering (MASc)
• Master of Engineering (MEng) at the UBC Okanagan Campus

Further Information

• Specialization: Biomedical Engineering
• Biomedical Engineering is a multidisciplinary field that involves the application of engineering techniques and technologies to medical and healthcare areas.
• UBC Calendar: applied-science/master-engineering
• Program Website: admissions/application-instructions/
• Faculty: Faculty of Applied Science
• Academic Unit: School of Biomedical Engineering
• Program Identifier: VGMMEN-CU
• Classification: Engineering and technology » Medical and biomedical engineering » Medical and biomedical engineering » Biomedical materials, etc.