Master of Engineering (M.E.) in Biomedical Engineering

Southern Illinois University - Carbondale

The School of Electrical, Computer, and Biomedical Engineering offers programs of study and research leading to i) the Master of Engineering (M.E.) degree in Biomedical Engineering, and ii) the Master of Science (M.S.) degree (thesis/non-thesis) in Biomedical Engineering. The School provides a rich environment for educational and professional advancement in the following areas:Medical Engineering: Medical devices, medical instrumentation, medical imaging, medical electronics and sensors, healthcare software, biomechanics, and biophotonics.Bioengineering: bio-MEMS, bioinformatics, electrophysiology, molecular and cellular mechanics, neural engineering, and tissue engineering.The ECBE programs of study provide a balance between formal classroom instruction and research and are tailored to the individual student’s academic and professional goals. Graduates of the program enjoy excellent employment opportunities and are highly recruited worldwide in industry, government, and academia.The program, consistent with the mission and priorities of the University, is designed to achieve the following academic objectives:To provide high quality education in the field of biomedical engineering and to prepare the graduates for successful and rewarding employment as engineers or for continuing their education through the doctoral level.To provide the students with the training necessary to successfully apply the fundamental concepts and methods of biomedical engineering to selected areas of employment or research and development.To enhance the research environment and productivity of the School for the benefit of the students.

College of Engineering, Computing, Technology, and Mathematics