Program Overview

Biomedical Engineering Major

The Biomedical Engineering major is a five-year, dual-degree program that combines engineering, biology, and medicine. In the first two years, students take introductory biomedical engineering courses, as well as foundational math and science courses. The third and fourth years solidify expertise in traditional engineering while building strength in biomedical engineering and physical sciences courses. The fifth year culminates in a hands-on project with an interdisciplinary team of peers, where students collaborate on a real-world engineering project from start to finish.

This is a five-year major, and students will choose from Chemical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering to combine with their Biomedical Engineering education, and graduate with degrees in both.

• Degree type: Bachelor of Science
• Format: On campus
• Part of: Walter Scott, Jr. College of Engineering
• Competitive major: Yes
• Accelerated option: No

Some Career Options

With a Biomedical Engineering degree, students will apply engineering and medicine to innovating and improving quality of life for humans and animals. Biomedical engineers work in a variety of settings:

• Some biomedical engineers spend their days in the lab, researching new devices and systems that solve medical and health care-related problems.
• Others work in clinical settings, run biomedical-focused enterprises, design/manufacture new therapies or diagnostics, assist medical facilities with engineering equipment, processes and/or systems, or engage in regulatory affairs or patent law.
• Career options include:
  • Biomedical Engineer
  • Clinical Biomedical Engineer
  • Orthopedic Bioengineer
  • Rehabilitation Engineer
  • Manufacturer of Biomedical Devices
  • Consultant for Biomedical Firms
  • Researcher

Related CSU Majors

• Biomedical Sciences, B.S.

Related CSU Graduate Programs

• M.S., Bioengineering
• PhD., Bioengineering

Academic Information

The Biomedical Engineering major is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in engineering, biology, and medicine. The program is highly competitive, and students are encouraged to explore the various career options available to them. For more information on the major, students can refer to the program website.