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Accelerated Biomedical Engineering Degree

B.S. and M.S.

Gain the expertise to advance the biomedical device field, and create innovative solutions through research and product development.

If you're majoring in Engineering, you can earn an M.S. in just one extra year with UND's accelerated degree program.

Program type:
Accelerated (Bachelor’s and Master’s)
Format:
On Campus or Online
Est. time to complete:
5 years
Credit hours:
138-155

Why earn an accelerated biomedical engineering degree?

Application Deadlines
Fall:
Aug. 15
Spring:
Dec. 15
Summer:
May 1

 

Graduate Application Deadlines
Fall:
Aug. 1
Spring:
Dec. 1
Summer:
May 1

If you're an international student, refer to the international application process for deadlines.

Pursue a master's in Biomedical Engineering, with your bachelor's in Biomedical Engineering, bachelor’s in Computer Science or bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering in just five years. This unique educational path allows you to meld your foundational knowledge with the specialized expertise offered by UND's master's in Biomedical Engineering (M.S.). You’ll focus on your passion, whether it's medical devices, computer programming, or any other exciting area within this field.

The accelerated degree in Biomedical Engineering is available both on campus and online. Even if you opt for online participation, you will receive the same high-quality instruction, faculty engagement, and interactive learning experience that you're accustomed to enjoying on campus.

Apply to the Accelerated Biomedical Engineering Program

Complete the required courses, and you'll earn both your bachelor's and master's degrees at the same time. You’ll declare your program of study as an undergraduate student and follow a straightforward plan to graduate with a master’s degree.

  1. Incoming freshman or transfer students apply to UND as an undergraduate student.
  2. After completing 60 credits, apply to the School of Graduate Studies.

Accelerated Biomedical Engineering Program

  • UND is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top online graduate engineering program.

  • The M.S. in biomedical engineering has both thesis and non-thesis options. Learn online or on-campus.

  • Flexible course offerings and specializations allow for a tailored educational experience.

  • Earn your degree from the largest electrical engineering program in North Dakota.

  • Individualize your graduate program and choose from several Biomedical Research Groups (BRG).

  • Leverage the expertise and resources of three departments: UND College of Engineering & Mines, UND School of Medicine & Health Sciences and NDSU's College of Engineering.

What can I do with an accelerated biomedical engineering degree?

7%

Project job outlook for bioengineers and biomedical engineers through 2033

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

101k

Median annual salary for bioengineers and biomedical engineers, 2023

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

 

UND biomedical engineering graduates can expect to be highly sought by companies in the rapidly-growing field of medical devices. Top medical device companies today include:

  • Johnson & Johnson
  • GE Healthcare
  • Siemens
  • Medtronic
  • Baxter International
  • Philips (Healthcare)

Accelerated Biomedical Engineering Courses

BME 630. Anatomy and Physiology for Biomedical Engineers. 6 Credits.

Biomedical engineering is a growing field of engineering that requires a fundamental understanding of human anatomy and physiology. This course is intended to provide a foundation for biomedical engineers with a focus on learning necessary terminologies, concepts, and functions essential to human anatomy and physiology. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. F.

PH 534. Introduction to Health Informatics. 3 Credits.

This course will introduce students in the health professions to the field of health informatics, which is the interdisciplinary science concerned with the storage, retrieval, and use of data, information, and knowledge for problem-solving and decision making in biomedicine and public health. The course will provide students with the foundational competencies needed to understand and apply informatics concepts and methods to the practice of healthcare. Students will be given opportunities to develop informatics knowledge and skills using real-world examples of health information technology applications from their current or future scope of practice. Prerequisite: Successful completion of PH 531 or consent from instructor. F.

Online Accelerated Biomedical Engineering Degree

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best online graduate programs

EDsmart

1#

best online college in North Dakota

Forbes

Flexible Online Accelerated Biomedical Engineering Classes

With asynchronous classes, you do not attend class at a set time. If you need to balance work, family, and other commitments, this flexible format allows you to learn anywhere at any time.

Depending on your instructor, you’ll learn online through:

  • Lesson modules
  • Streaming video content
  • Virtual libraries
  • Posted lectures
  • Online simulations

There will be times when you interact with your instructor and classmates through online discussion boards, polls, and chat rooms.

Your learning revolves around materials that can be accessed on your own time within a set time frame. However, this is not a self-paced course. You’ll have structure and deadlines.

Online Student Resources

Over a third of UND's student population is exclusively online; plus, more take a combination of online and on campus classes. You can feel reassured knowing you won't be alone in your online learning journey and you'll have resources and services tailored to your needs.

No matter how you customize your online experience, you’ll get the same top-quality education as any other on campus student.

  • Same degree: All online programs are fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). Your transcript and diploma are exactly the same as our on-campus students.
  • Same classes: You’ll take courses from UND professors, start and end the semesters at the same time and take the same classes as a student on campus.
  • Real interaction: You can ask questions, get feedback and regularly connect with your professors, peers and professionals in the field.
  • Your own academic advisor: As an invaluable go-to, they’re focused on you, your personal success and your future career.
  • Free online tutoring: We're here to help you one-on-one at no cost. Plus, get access to a variety of self-help online study resources.
  • Unlimited academic coaching: Need support to achieve your academic goals or feeling stumped by a tough course? We'll help with everything from stress and time management to improving your memory to achieve higher test scores.
  • Full online access: Dig into virtual research at UND's libraries. Improve your writing skills with online help from the UND Writing Center. Get online access to career services, veteran and military services, financial services and more.
  • 24/7 technical support: UND provides free computer, email and other technical support for all online students.
  • Networking opportunities: Our significant online student population means you’ll have a large pool of peers to connect with. UND has numerous online events and activities to keep you connected.

Best Online College

Our high alumni salaries and job placement rates, with affordable online tuition rates make UND a best-value university for online education. UND's breadth of online programs rivals all other nonprofit universities in the Upper Midwest making UND one of the best online schools in the region.

UND ranks among the best online colleges in the nation for:

  • Affordability
  • Student satisfaction (retention rate)
  • Academic quality (4-year graduate rate)
  • Student outcomes (20-year return on investment per Payscale.com)

Leaders in Engineering

Helping you fulfill your aspirations is our highest priority. We'll work with you to design a custom educational plan that meets your goals.

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Graduate Program Director
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