Program Overview


Humans are the most complex machines one can imagine, resisting any one description of our engineering disciplines. Instead, human health and biology involve all disciplines and many other sciences. Cleveland State University's Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering degree program provides an interdisciplinary study that applies engineering principles to human health issues. Built to supply students with the knowledge and skills to tackle ongoing challenges in the industry, students use engineering analysis and design to develop innovative solutions to biomedical-related problems. Graduates enter the workforce prepared to work in the medical device industry, and many choose to continue their education at the doctoral level.


Why Choose CSU's Biomedical Engineering Master's Degree Program?


As advancements in medical technology shape the future of health care, pursuing a master's in biomedical engineering from Cleveland State University provides unique advantages for your career:

  • Comprehensive curriculum: Establish a foundation built on fundamentals in the life sciences, including those at the cellular, tissue and human physiology levels. Tailor your education to your interests and goals through one of our three tracks: the course, thesis or design track.
  • Complete the program in two years: Pursue your MS in biomedical engineering full or part time and take advantage of our class schedule featuring courses offered primarily during the evenings. You can complete the program in just two years if you study full time.
  • Collaborate with Cleveland Clinic: Benefit significantly from collaborations with the world-renowned Department of Biomedical Engineering at Cleveland Clinic, only a three-mile bus ride from the CSU campus. In addition, some of Cleveland Clinic adjunct faculty teach CSU courses.
  • Apply your knowledge: Conduct your thesis research at Cleveland Clinic's top-notch research facilities. Discover our recently completed $40 million expansion of our engineering building, including greatly enhanced research, design and computation labs.
  • Funding opportunities: To support your graduate education, we provide graduate research assistantships and tuition grants on a competitive basis. For funding consideration, indicate your interest in your application for graduate admission so we can determine if you qualify for funding. 

Biomedical Engineering Careers


Graduates of the biomedical engineering master's program achieve employment in biomedical product development and design, testing and quality assurance, and research. Additionally, thesis track students planning careers in academia or industrial research graduate well-prepared to expand their education through a doctoral program (e.g., in applied biomedical engineering). The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) indicates that the annual mean salary of biomedical engineers in the U.S. is $106,950. Learn more about careers in biomedical engineering, or explore the biomedical industry in Ohio. Job titles for BME graduates may include:

  • Biomechanics engineer
  • Biomedical engineer
  • Clinical engineer
  • Data analyst
  • Medical imaging engineer
  • Product manager
  • Research scientist
  • Tissue engineer

Program Curriculum


The Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering program offers three tracks: a thesis track, a design track, and a course-only track. We also offer a 4+1 accelerated option.

Thesis Track (30 credits)

In this track, students complete an in-depth study of a specific research topic with a faculty mentor. This work can often be a steppingstone to a doctoral program or fellowship opportunities.

Design Track (33 credits)

The design track allows students to work in teams on a yearlong design project with mentors from the local industry or Cleveland Clinic's Medical Device Solutions Department. Unique to Northeast Ohio and among only a handful of similar programs nationwide, this biomedical design option is appropriate for those seeking industrial employment directly after completing the program and/or interested in starting their own business.

Course Track (36 credits)

The BME course track option is ideal for working students whose full-time employment makes it challenging to devote sufficient time to a thesis or design project. Alternatively, this track may be a good fit for doctoral students who wish to earn their master's degree on the way to their doctorate.

4+1 Accelerated Option

We encourage undergraduate students to consider the accelerated Bachelor of Chemical Engineering and Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering at CSU. This program enables students to graduate with both degrees in approximately five years.
 

Electives


Electives are selected from the approved list of electives from the department website.  Electives must be selected with advisor approval. It is recommended that students take a course sequence in a specific area in order to build depth of knowledge.

PHY 565 - Image Processing
BME 559 - Medical Imaging
IME 510 - Advanced Engineering Statistics
IME 520 - Applied Engineering Design
PHY 550 - Optics
PHY 561 - Electronics Laboratory
CHE 594 - Selected Topics in Chemical Engineering

BME 551 - Biomechanics
MCE 580 - Finite Element Analysis I
MCE 680 - Finite Element Analysis II
CVE 604 - Elasticity
BME 694 - Selected Topics in Biomedical Engineering

BME 555 - Biomaterials
BME 551 - Biomechanics
CHE 586 - Fundamentals Of Polymers
BME 694 - Selected Topics in Biomedical Engineering

CHE 586 - Fundamentals Of Polymers
EEC 514 - Introduction to Nanotechnology
BME 615 - Drug Design and Development
BME 625 - Pharmaceutical Assay Development
BME 650 - Biomedical Engineering Seminar
BME 694 - Selected Topics in Biomedical Engineering
CHE 570 - Characterization and Selection of Solid Materials
CHE 544 - Colloidal and Interfacial Phenomena
CHE 609 - Rheology
CHE 620 - Carbon Nanotubes: Properties, Processing, and Applications
CHE 644 - Colloidal Hydrodynamics

CHE 566 - Biochemical Engineering
CHE 504 - Advanced Reactor Design
CHE 506 - Advanced Transport Phenomena
CHE 508 - Advanced Separation Processes
CHE 502 - Advanced Thermodynamics

BME 580 - Biomedical Instrumentation
BME 555 - Biomaterials
EEC 515 - Biosensors, Bioelectronics and BioMEMS
EEC 514 - Introduction to Nanotechnology
BME 694 - Selected Topics in Biomedical Engineering
EEC 693 - Special Topics In Electrical Engineering
EEC 530 - Digital Signal Processing
PHY 561 - Electronics Laboratory
EEC 645 - Intelligent Control Systems
CHE 594 - Selected Topics in Chemical Engineering
BME 625 - Pharmaceutical Assay Development

EEC 525 - Data Mining
EEC 517 - Embedded Systems

Faculty Research


The 40+ faculty include members from the Departments of Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, and Physics at CSU, and Cleveland Clinic adjunct as well. Our focus areas in Biomedical Engineering include:

Financial Aid & Scholarships


In addition to our fully funded assistantships and research grants, students can seek additional funding options through traditional forms of aid, including scholarships and student loans. We encourage prospective students to utilize our roadmap to financial aid, which outlines the steps of applying for federal financial aid. We also have a new scholarship form for incoming graduate students for Master for Science in Biomedical Engineering.

JobsOhio Scholarship

Roadmap to Financial Aid

Learn More About CSU's Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering


Embark on a journey of discovery and innovation with Cleveland State's MS in biomedical engineering degree program. Experience a supportive educational environment that blends foundational concepts with cutting-edge technologies, preparing you for a successful career in biomedical engineering or advanced studies. 

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Program Director

Professor Holland

Nolan B. Holland, PhD
Biomedical Engineering Graduate Program Director
(216) 687-2571
n.holland1@csuohio.edu
 

Mailing Address
Chemical and Biomedical Engineering Department Washkewicz College of Engineering
Cleveland State University
2121 Euclid Ave., FH 455
Cleveland, Ohio 44115-2214

Campus Location
Fenn Hall Room 455
1960 East 24th Street
Phone: 216-687-2569
Fax: 216-686-9220
che@csuohio.edu

Contact
Stephanie McLeod, Secretary
Phone: 216-687-2571
s.l.mcleod@csuohio.edu