Student Information

The College of Engineering and Computing began offering Bachelor of Science, Master of Science, and Doctor of Philosophy degrees in Biomedical Engineering, in the Fall semester of 2006. These new degree programs were approved on March 2, 2006 by the Commission on Higher Education of the State of South Carolina.

The degree programs are offered by a collaboration between the Departments of Chemical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering. Coursework for all degrees, and research opportunities for graduate students, also involve collaboration with the USC School of Medicine, College of Arts and Sciences, and School of Public Health. Students in Biomedical Engineering, both undergraduate and graduate, will follow a curriculum that emphasizes either chemical/biochemical aspects or mechanical/mechanobiological aspects of study.

These degree programs provide exciting opportunities for education and research at Carolina.

• Biomedical Engineering is one of the fastest growing areas of research funding and technology development, and has been identified as one of the “10 Hot New Careers.”
• The US Bureau of Labor (February 2004) estimates the overall job growth in Biomedical Engineering to be 26.1% by 2012, compared to a 14.8% gain in overall job growth.
• Biomedical Engineering research has contributed to the development of dialysis machines, pacemakers, medical imaging devices, improved materials for hip and knee replacements, heart-lung machines, and other medical technologies. As the U.S. population ages and concerns for health care costs continue, Biomedical Engineering will lead in the development of sophisticated new materials and devices at lower cost.

Prospective undergraduate students who wish to apply to Carolina to pursue a BS in Biomedical Engineering should apply tthrough the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. More information about the undergraduate program of study can be found by clicking the Undergrduate programs link or by calling the College's Office of Student Services, 803.7774177, or by e-mailing biomed_undergrad@engr.sc.edu.

Prospective graduate students who wish to apply for an advanced degree in biomedical engineering should begin by visiting the University's web site of the Graduate School and completing the graduate application form there. More information about the graduate program of study can be found by clicking the Graduate programs link or by calling the College's Office of Student Services, 803.7774177, or by e-mailing biomed_grad@engr.sc.edu.