Department of Biomedical Engineering @ College of Engineering || The University of Arizona

Welcome to the Department of Biomedical Engineering!

Established in 2009 by the Arizona Board of Regents, the newest Engineering department reflects a University of Arizona tradition of interdisciplinary research at the intersection of medicine, science, and engineering that is more than 50 years old.

Faculty in the Department of Biomedical Engineering have a variety of backgrounds and research areas, but all are dedicated to improving human health through the application of engineering and scientific principles.

The Graduate Interdisciplinary Program in Biomedical Engineering capitalizes on the research and teaching expertise of more than 70 faculty in Biomedical Engineering and 19 other departments into one exciting graduate education program.

The Arizona Board of Regents has provided planning approval for an undergraduate program in Biomedical Engineering. This program is still undergoing curriculum approval but is anticipated to be available to freshmen entering in 2009 or later. Click on the "Undergraduate" tab for updates.

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BME Undergraduate Program FAQs

Is there an undergraduate BME degree program?
A BS in Biomedical Engineering has received planning authority, and is now in the final stages of curriculum development and authorization. Freshmen joining the College of Engineering in fall 2009 or later will be able to transfer into the BME program once final approval is received (expected by the end of 2009).

How do I indicate my interest in the program?
Contact the Biomedical Engineering office in Engineering Bldg. room 106 to find out about the program, eligibility, and steps to get put on an interest list.

Can I switch into BME from another degree program?
Unfortunately, the undergraduate BME program will not be able to accommodate students who were freshmen before fall 2009. These students may wish to consider the accelerated master’s program in BME (currently available to undergraduate Biosystems, Chemical, and Systems Engineering students. More information on the accelerated master's in BME.

What can I expect to learn in the BME undergraduate program?
Students will complete a degree program with a rigorous engineering basis, which also includes biology, physiology, bioinstrumentation, and clinical/translational lectures and experiences. Students will select an emphasis track from biomechanics, biomaterials, or biosensors/micro technologies.

Where can I find more information?
Contact the BME department office in Engineering Bldg, Room 106. Kerrie Sonnenberg and Elyse Fregoso in the business office are glad to answer any questions.

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Welcome Welcome to the Department of Biomedical Engineering! Established in 2009 by the Arizona Board of Regents, the newest Engineering department reflects a University of Arizona tradition of interdisciplinary research at the intersection of medicine, science, and engineering that is more than 50 years old. Faculty in the Department of Biomedical Engineering have a variety of backgrounds and research areas, but all are dedicated to improving human health through the application of engineering and scientific principles. The Graduate Interdisciplinary Program in Biomedical Engineering capitalizes on the research and teaching expertise of more than 70 faculty in Biomedical Engineering and 19 other departments into one exciting graduate education program. The Arizona Board of Regents has provided planning approval for an undergraduate program in Biomedical Engineering. This program is still undergoing curriculum approval but is anticipated to be available to freshmen entering in 2009 or later. Click on the "Undergraduate" tab for updates.		News Holographic Imaging may help detect ovarian cancer A University of Arizona research team including ECE's Jennifer Barton and Ray Kostuk is going to design and build an ovarian cancer medical imaging and screening instrument that will use holographic components in a new type of optical microscope. See TV broadcasted video Engineers Will Create Planetary Rover From Retinal Implant Test Robot Wolfgang Fink, and his colleagues think their robot will aid both people with visual impairments and scientists involved in planetary exploration. See full story		BME Undergraduate Program FAQs Is there an undergraduate BME degree program? A BS in Biomedical Engineering has received planning authority, and is now in the final stages of curriculum development and authorization. Freshmen joining the College of Engineering in fall 2009 or later will be able to transfer into the BME program once final approval is received (expected by the end of 2009). How do I indicate my interest in the program? Contact the Biomedical Engineering office in Engineering Bldg. room 106 to find out about the program, eligibility, and steps to get put on an interest list. Can I switch into BME from another degree program? Unfortunately, the undergraduate BME program will not be able to accommodate students who were freshmen before fall 2009. These students may wish to consider the accelerated master’s program in BME (currently available to undergraduate Biosystems, Chemical, and Systems Engineering students. More information on the accelerated master's in BME. What can I expect to learn in the BME undergraduate program? Students will complete a degree program with a rigorous engineering basis, which also includes biology, physiology, bioinstrumentation, and clinical/translational lectures and experiences. Students will select an emphasis track from biomechanics, biomaterials, or biosensors/micro technologies. Where can I find more information? Contact the BME department office in Engineering Bldg, Room 106. Kerrie Sonnenberg and Elyse Fregoso in the business office are glad to answer any questions.