Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Biomedical Engineering

University of North Texas

The Department of Biomedical Engineering at the University of North Texas is committed to educating and creating well-rounded, knowledgeable biomedical engineers who are passionate about improving the quality of life for people in Texas, the United States and the world.

An increased emphasis on health care, innovative engineering and technological advances have contributed to a rising demand for biomedical engineers. The U.S. Department of Labor expects biomedical engineering to grow at an above average rate and become the fastest growing engineering field over the next decade. With a master’s degree in biomedical engineering from UNT, you’ll be prepared for an engineering career that solves societal problems, advances technology and improves the quality of life for people everywhere.

As a UNT biomedical engineering graduate student, you will have the opportunity to work with world-renowned faculty who are conducting innovative research in biomaterials, biomedical instrumentation, nano-technology and biomechanics.

Degree requirements

You’ll plan your degree with the assistance and approval of your major professor and advisory committee. Supplementary courses will be required for applicants with undergraduate degrees not in biomedical engineering. A grade point average of at least 3.0 is required to stay in the program. The Ph.D. offers two options: a track geared towards academia and a startup management track, in collaboration with the G. Brint Ryan College of Business.

Ph.D. track geared towards research and academia: Students entering with a bachelor’s degree - Minimum of 51 semester credit hours required beyond a bachelor’s degree; Students entering with a master’s degree - Minimum of 41 semester credit hours required beyond a bachelor’s degree

Ph.D. track geared towards start-up management: Students entering with a bachelor’s degree - Minimum of 54 semester credit hours required beyond a bachelor’s degree; Students entering with a master’s degree - Minimum of 44 semester credit hours required beyond a bachelor’s degree