The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is a research-based degree program involving a high level of training in advanced biomedical engineering. A dissertation consisting of original research in a specialty area within the bioengineering program is required.
A minimum of 42 credit hours is required for the completion of the PhD degree. No credits are given for dissertation research. A student entering the PhD program with a MS degree may apply up to 30 credits toward the required coursework, with the approval of the program director. A minimum of three years of graduate study is required and students typically complete all requirements within five years.
Biomedical engineering PhD students may be interested in the interdisciplinary training program funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF). Learn more about the fully funded research fellowship opportunities in the Emergent Intelligence Graduate Training Program by clicking here.
View program details in the University Course Catalog
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