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Associate Provost for Academic Programs
Anthony Hall, Suite 220
1265 Lincoln Drive - MC 4305
SIU Carbondale
Carbondale, Illinois 62901
(618) 453-7653
apap@siu.edu
Main Content
The School of Electrical, Computer, and Biomedical Engineering (ECBE) offers programs of study and research leading to the Master of Science (M.S.) degree (thesis/non-thesis) in Biomedical Engineering (BME).
The School provides a rich environment for educational, research, and professional advancement in the following areas:
- Medical Engineering: Medical devices, medical instrumentation, biomechanics, medical and optical imaging, medical electronics and sensors, surgical technologies, healthcare software, and biophotonics.
- Bioengineering: bio-MEMS, bioinformatics, electrophysiology, molecular and cellular mechanics, neural engineering, and tissue engineering.
The BME programs provide a balance between formal classroom instruction and research and are tailored to the individual student’s academic and professional goals. Graduates of the programs enjoy excellent employment opportunities and are highly recruited worldwide in industry, government, and academia.
Admission, degree requirements, graduation, and time limits are subject to the general guidelines of the Graduate School.
Academic Objectives
The program, consistent with the mission and priorities of the University, is designed to achieve the following academic objectives:
- To provide high quality education in the field of biomedical engineering and to prepare the graduates for successful and rewarding employment as engineers or for continuing their education through the doctoral level.
- To provide the students with the training necessary to successfully apply the fundamental concepts and methods of biomedical engineering to selected areas of employment or research and development.
- To enhance the research environment and productivity of the School for the benefit of the students.
Master of Science (M.S.) in Biomedical Engineering
Objectives
The Master of Science (M.S.) in Biomedical Engineering program has two tracks: i) The non-thesis track is coursework-oriented; ii) The thesis track is research-oriented. The applicants must indicate whether they are pursuing the thesis or the non-thesis track degree option.
Admission
Individuals holding a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in engineering, science, or related field may apply. Qualified applicants with Bachelor’s degree in other areas may be able to enroll in the program with additional preparation (approved by the School on a case-by-case basis). The applicants must indicate whether they are pursuing the thesis or the non-thesis track degree option.
Admission to the M.S. in Biomedical Engineering program is based on the following factors: grade point average of 3.0 or higher on a scale of 4.0 on the entire last undergraduate GPA earned at the time of application, class ranking, and faculty recommendation letters. Exceptions can be made on a case-by-case basis.
GRE scores are not required for admission. However, they are important to qualify for the High Achievers Tuition Rate. See https://tuition.siuc.edu/highachievers2.html. Also, GRE scores, especially Quantitative, may be considered for fellowships, assistantships, or scholarships. The English proficiency requirement and any applicable exemptions will be determined according to Graduate School guidelines.
Curriculum
The Master of Science (M.S.) in Biomedical Engineering program requires a total of 30 hours of graduate-level credit. For the non-thesis track, at least 6 credit hours must be in BME 500-level courses that do not have significant overlap/similarity with BME 300/400-level courses, as stated in their catalog description. At least 18 credit hours must be selected from the BME courses. BME 592 and ECE 580 (seminar) will not count towards the degree. The remaining courses can be selected from the BME or ECE 500-level courses. With the approval of the School, a maximum of three credit hours from academic units outside the School may be applied toward the degree.
For the thesis track, six credit hours of thesis (BME 599) are required. At least 18 credit hours must be selected from the BME courses. The remaining courses can be selected from the BME or ECE 500-level courses. A maximum of three credit hours of BME 592 could be counted towards the degree requirements. ECE 580 (seminar) will not count towards the degree. With the approval of the School, a maximum of three credit hours from academic units outside the School may be applied toward the degree. Students in this track will develop a program of study in consultation with their thesis advisor. The M.S. thesis shall be supervised by a committee of three members of the graduate faculty (including the advisor) and approved by the school. The student must submit a properly formatted written thesis to the thesis committee. A student will be recommended for the degree according to the guidelines of the Graduate School.
A student pursuing the M.S. in Biomedical Engineering degree could switch (non-thesis to thesis or vice versa) upon recommendation of ECBE faculty and with the approval of the School.
Retention
Any student whose cumulative grade point average falls below 3.0 on courses that count towards the degree will be placed on academic probation. Any graduate student on academic probation whose grade point average remains below 3.0 on courses that count towards the degree for two consecutive semesters in which they are enrolled, excluding summer sessions, will be permanently suspended from the program, unless the School grants an exception.
Accelerated Master’s Program in Biomedical Engineering
Objectives
The Accelerated Master’s Program is designed for high-achieving students who are currently enrolled in an undergraduate program in the School of Electrical, Computer, and Biomedical Engineering at SIUC. The program will allow students to earn both Bachelor’s degree and a Master’s degree within 5 years by completing 147 credit hours (instead of 156 credit hours if pursuing Bachelor’s and Master’s studies separately).
Admission
Apply as early as the beginning of the first semester of junior year for acceptance into the program. Work with the undergraduate Academic Advisor (and a potential graduate faculty advisor, if needed) to develop a program of study identifying 9 credit hours that may be counted towards both the Bachelor’s degree and the Master’s degree.
Students are considered undergraduates until all requirements for the Bachelor’s degree have been fulfilled. For the Master’s degree, they can select either the M.S. in Biomedical Engineering (thesis/non-thesis) or the M.E. in Biomedical Engineering degree.
Curriculum
Junior/Senior Year - Complete up to 9 graduate-level ECE credit hours during the junior/senior year taken from the School of Electrical, Computer, and Biomedical Engineering (excluding ECE 492, ECE 592, BME 492, and BME 592). At most 9 graduate-level ECE credit hours will be counted towards both the Bachelor’s and the Master’s degree requirements. Graduate Year - Complete the remaining Master’s coursework within one year of full-time graduate study.
Retention
Any graduate student whose cumulative grade point average falls below 3.0 on courses that count towards the Master’s degree in Biomedical Engineering will be placed on program academic probation.