Biomedical Engineering, MS
Combine principles of engineering with biology and medicine to develop technology related to human health, choosing from 7 areas of specialization.
Prepare to lead the way through research that makes a positive impact on human well-being. You’ll build on your undergraduate studies with advanced courses in biomedical engineering and engage in cutting-edge research with leaders in the field.
Focus on your passion by choosing one of seven areas of study or create a custom curriculum tailored to your career ambitions. Enjoy a diverse, collaborative community in the heart of one of the world’s most dynamic centers of innovation.
Graduates have launched medical technology startups, landed top positions with medical device manufacturers and in consulting, and gone on to advanced studies in engineering and medicine.
Why Pursue a Master's in Biomedical Engineering at Columbia?
At Columbia, experience the rigorous intellectual climate of an Ivy League institution coupled with the sense of community of a smaller college — all in the heart of a vibrant global city.
As a student here, you’ll find:
- Research opportunities:
Engage in research at the highest level. Join in faculty-led research projects in the Department of Biomedical Engineering and the Columbia University Medical Center. The department has particular research strengths in biomechanics, cellular and tissue engineering, artificial organs, regenerative medicine, auditory biophysics, biosignals and biomedical imaging, point-of-care diagnostics, and neural engineering.
- Innovation & entrepreneurship:
Gain unparalleled training and mentorship in medical technology innovation and entrepreneurship. Project-based courses in the design and commercialization of medical innovations offered by the Department of Biomedical Engineering, the Columbia Business School, and other centers of expertise, provide you with a rich interdisciplinary educational experience. With a flourishing technology startup sector nearby and a network of pioneering alumni, Columbia is an ideal place to find inspiration and the resources to translate your ideas into marketable solutions.
- Groundbreaking faculty:
Work with researchers, teachers, and scholars who are pushing innovation forward. Over 45 strong, our faculty includes numerous award recipients, individuals with deep industry experience, and researchers working on cutting-edge projects like using machine learning to study the microenvironment of tumors or developing biomaterials that can reprogram the body’s immune system to fight cancer, infection, and autoimmune disease.
- Open to diverse academic backgrounds:
Take advantage of a flexible curriculum to transition to a focus on biomedical engineering from a related area of expertise. Students who have found success in the MS program have training in areas including physics, chemistry, biology, mathematics, and different fields of engineering.
- Seven areas of study: Develop expertise in your area of interest, building on core biomedical engineering courses by selecting a concentration in Bioinformatics and Machine Learning; Neural Engineering; Design, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship; Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering; Biomechanics; Biomedical Imaging; and Robotics and Control of Biological Systems.