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PhD of Biomedical Engineering

University of Colorado Denver

  • Denver, United States
  • 5 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • PhD

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University of Colorado Denver campus

About the program

A 120-credit on-campus engineering degree focused on assistive and medical technology.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: yes
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (1): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Develop foundational and applied understanding of Biomedical Engineering. Practice critical evaluation and communication in the subject. Apply relevant academic or professional methods in appropriate contexts.

Career outcomes

  • Biomaterials
  • Biomedical device design
  • Data science
  • Health care
  • Prosthetics and orthotics
  • Wearable technology

Curriculum

  • 120 credits: a liberal arts core
  • Then 10 foundational biomedical engineering courses and six electives drawing on computer
  • Electrical and mechanical engineering. Labs use 3D printing
  • Bioprinting and electronics. A freshman capstone introduces the design process
  • A senior capstone is run with a clinical or industry partner.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • Bachelor or master degree as set by the programme
  • Evaluated by CU Denver or ECE/WES
  • GPA 3.00 or better
  • English proficiency proof
  • Programmes add recommendation letters
  • Resume
  • Statement of purpose and sometimes GRE/GMAT.

Minimum GPA

3

Accepted academic background

Bachelor's or master's degree as set by the programme, Evaluated by CU Denver or ECE/WES.

Other requirements

  • Interview required

Documents you’ll need

  • Degree Certificates
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Research Proposal if required
  • Academic References
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • English Proficiency Results if required.

How to apply

  1. Review the research degree entry requirements and identify a suitable supervisor where necessary. Prepare transcripts
  2. Qualifications
  3. A research proposal and supporting evidence requested for your subject. Submit the research application and respond to any follow-up requests. Accept an offer and complete immigration arrangements if needed.

Other costs

Tuition per year$22,236 USD
Application fee$75 USD
Deposit$48,821 USD

Program details

CampusDowntown Denver campus
Faculty or schoolCollege of Engineering, Design and Computing
DepartmentBiomedical Engineering
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value61
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay1
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Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 5 years.