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PhD of Biomedical Engineering
Toronto Metropolitan University
- Toronto, Canada
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- PhD
About the program
A 120-credit on-campus engineering degree focused on assistive and medical technology.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (3): 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
- Master's degree from an accredited institution with a minimum B+ (3.33/4.33)
- Some programmes require A- (3.67/4.33). Statement of research interest
- CV
- Transcripts
- Two or three reference letters and English proficiency.
Accepted academic background
Master's degree awarded after a four-year bachelor's degree (or equivalent) from a recognised, Accredited institution.
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Recommendation Letters.
How to apply
- Check programme requirements and deadlines on the Application Dates page (international closing date 12 March 2027 unless stated). Apply through OUAC and pay the 110 CAD application fee. Upload transcripts
- Research statement
- CV and reference letters as PDFs in the Applicant Upload portal. Official documents are requested after an offer. Track offers in MyServiceHub. Pay the 2
- 000 CAD international deposit by the confirmation deadline. Apply for a Canadian study permit.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $25,424 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $110 CAD |
| Deposit | $5,100 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | Downtown Toronto campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Faculty of Engineering and Architectural Science |
| Department | Engineering |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 60 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 3 |
| Scholarship note | Institutional scholarships or awards may be available to eligible applicants. Confirm program-specific eligibility, Funding and application deadlines. |
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Institutional scholarships or awards may be available to eligible applicants. Confirm program-specific eligibility, Funding and application deadlines.
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The program takes 4 years.
Tuition is $25,424 CAD per year. The application fee is $110 CAD. The deposit is $5,100 CAD. The estimated living cost is $23,448 CAD.
Institutional scholarships or awards may be available to eligible applicants. Confirm program-specific eligibility, Funding and application deadlines.