Program Overview

Introduction to the Biomedical Engineering Master's Program

The Master of Science degree in Biomedical Engineering at Wayne State University is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in the field, preparing them for careers in research, industry, and academia. The program offers specializations in various areas, including biomaterials and tissue engineering, biomechanics of injury, biomedical imaging, biomedical instrumentation, computational and systems biology, and interdisciplinary studies.

Admission Requirements

Admission to the Biomedical Engineering Master's program is contingent upon admission to the Graduate School. The minimum requirements for admission include:

• Official transcripts from an accredited institution showing completion of an engineering baccalaureate degree. Students with a baccalaureate degree from a non-engineering discipline will be considered for admission if they have the prerequisite coursework in Calculus (1, 2, and Differential Equations) and Physics (1 and 2).
• A Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale will be considered for Regular Admission, and a GPA between 2.8 and 3.0 will be considered for Qualified Admission.
• International applicants are required to submit a WES Evaluation.

Requirements – Traditional Program

The Master of Science degree in Biomedical Engineering is offered under two options: Plan A (thesis) and Plan C (non-thesis).

Core Requirements

For either plan, students must complete the following core courses:

• BME 5010: Quantitative Physiology (4 credits)
• BME 5020: Computer and Mathematical Applications in Biomedical Engineering (4 credits)
• BME 8070: Seminar in Biomedical Engineering (1 credit)

Thesis Degree Plan (Plan A)

• 13 credits of general courses (at least 6 credits in BME)
• Minimum of 6 credits at the 7000-level or above (with at least 3 credits at 7000 level or above in BME)
• Maximum of 4 credits in BME 5990 or BME 7990 (Directed study)
• 8 credits of BME 8999 - Master's Thesis Research
• Maximum of 6 credits in BME 6991 (Internship)
• The total credits for Directed Study/Internship combined cannot exceed 8 credits, and individual maximums must be followed.

Non-Thesis Degree Plan (Plan C)

• 21 credits of general courses (at least 12 credits in BME)
• Minimum of 6 credits at the 7000-level or above (with at least 3 credits at 7000-level or above in BME)
• Maximum of 4 credits in BME 5990 or BME 7990 (Directed Study)
• Maximum of 6 credits in BME 6991 (Internship)
• Maximum of 6 credits of non-BME Graduate-level Engineering or Medical School courses
• The total credits for Directed Study/Internship combined cannot exceed 8 credits, and individual maximums must be followed.

Requirements – Online Program

The online Master of Science degree in Biomedical Engineering is offered with a concentration in Injury Biomechanics. All classes taken for the Online program must be online. The program requires a minimum of thirty credits in course work and must be completed under Master's Degree Plan C.

Core Requirements

For the online program, students must complete the following core courses:

• BME 5010: Quantitative Physiology (4 credits)
• BME 5020: Computer and Mathematical Applications in Biomedical Engineering (4 credits)
• BME 8070: Seminar in Biomedical Engineering (1 credit)

Non-Thesis Degree Plan (Plan C)

• 21 credits of general courses (at least 12 credits in BME)
• Minimum of 6 credits at the 7000-level or above (with at least 3 credits at 7000-level or above in BME)
• Maximum of 4 credits in BME 5990 or 7990 (Directed Study)
• Maximum of 6 credits in BME 6991 (Internship)
• Maximum of 6 credits of Non-BME Graduate level Engineering or Medical School courses
• Directed Study/Internship combined cannot exceed 8 credits.

Academic Regulations

Students enrolled in the master's degree program are required to file a Plan of Work with the Graduate Program Director of the program by the time eight graduate credits have been earned. Following this, the applicant will petition his/her advisor to advance his/her rank to 'candidate.' Candidate status must be authorized by the time ten graduate credits have been earned, or else subsequent registration will be denied. All coursework must be completed in accordance with the regulations of the Graduate School and the James and Patricia Anderson College of Engineering. Courses to be applied to the degree requirements must be completed with a grade of B minus or higher. A maximum of 6 credits may be taken from Engineering or Medical School graduate-level courses with prior approval from the department.