148 PhD programmes in Bio & Biomedical Engineering in North America

Florida International University’s Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering focuses on resolving medical and biological challenges. Students engage in intensive research with faculty in state-of-the-art facilities and often collaborate with clinicians, industry experts, and researchers across disciplines. Graduates frequently attain leadership roles in biomedical and healthcare fields. 

Biomolecular Engineering research at University of Kansas integrates the fundamentals of biology, chemistry and mathematics with engineering problem-solving methods to prepare students for careers in industry, academia and public service. 

Modern curriculum, program flexibility and award-winning faculty help make the Chemical and Biological Engineering program at Colorado School of Mines the exceptional choice for completing an advanced degree. 

This collaborative graduate degree in Biomedical Engineering prepares students for careers in biomedical engineering and provides them with the opportunity to advance their own research, tap into Toronto Metropolitan University’s leading faculty-based research and work on industry-related projects.

The Biomedical Engineering PhD program at Tufts University is strongly research-oriented, with emphasis on the student independent research work reflected in a dissertation.

Research facilities and lecture courses for graduate programs are offered by the Department of Biomedical Engineering at University of Alberta. 

The Interdisciplinary Bioengineering Graduate Program at Georgia Institute of Technology aims to educate students and advance research that integrates engineering principles with the life sciences to improve health, the environment and engineering applications.

Research in the Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering track at University of Kansas involves the investigation and development of materials and structures to improve the quality of life for patients. 

The purpose of biomedical engineering as a research discipline is to discover new physical and mathematical concepts that are applicable to the problems of biology and medicine, including the organization of health care. The program in Biomedical Engineering is offered by Vanderbilt University.

The Weldon School of Biomedical Engineering at Purdue University has a track record and commitment to clinical translation and powerful partnership with industry to transform healthcare and build the next generation of exceptional problem-solving engineers.

The University of Arizona established the Biomedical Engineering Graduate Program to address the increasing importance of engineering approaches in modern biomedical research and new medical technologies. 

The PhD program in Biomedical Engineering at the Columbia University is a hands-on learning experience that integrates world-class research and advanced coursework at the cutting edge of biomedical engineering.

Bioengineering from University of California, San Francisco combines the outstanding resources and faculty in biomedical sciences at UCSF with the excellence in engineering, physical, and life sciences at UC Berkeley. 

All students must complete a minimum of 72 semester credit hours beyond the bachelor’s degree. The Biomedical Engineering program is offered by the University of Tennessee Knoxville.

The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree in Biomedical Engineering at Medical College of Wisconsin is a research degree that is intended to provide graduates with the breadth and depth of knowledge in one area of specialization within biomedical engineering, as well as the scientific research training needed for successful careers in academia, the biomedical industry or government. 

Our mission in this Biomedical Engineering program at the University of Manitoba is to integrate science, engineering and medicine by bringing together many different disciplines in a unique collaboration to improve human health and enrich the educational experience of students.

The Biomedical Engineering graduate program at the University of Delaware builds upon the established biomedical research strength at the University and trains future generations of researchers and professionals.

The MD/MS in Bioengineering program is available in partnership with University of Illinois at Chicago’s College of Engineering. 

The Comparative Biomedical Sciences (CBMS) graduate program at University of Wisconsin Madison emphasizes an integrated approach to contemporary biology that combines molecular and cellular techniques with the analysis of complex whole animal systems. 

Our Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering PhD program at Rice University is aimed at developing each student's ability to conduct independent creative scientific research. We pride ourselves on providing students ample opportunities to work on interdisciplinary projects with our world-class faculty as well as researchers from interdisciplinary institutes.