Engineering (Biomedical Engineering), DEng
Learn the technical and leadership skills needed to advance your biomedical engineering career. Participate in stimulating courses and undertake an applied project motivated by your workplace or your research interests.
Quick facts
Additional facts
STEM-OPT extension eligible: Yes
International students (F1) can extend U.S. work experience by 24 months.
Accreditation
Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Engineering (Biomedical Engineering) degree descrption
As an engineer with a master's degrees who seeks to advance into senior technical and leadership roles, you will often require preparation beyond traditional graduate coursework. While a Doctor of Philosophy program primarily prepares students for careers in academic research, the Doctor of Engineering program focuses on advanced engineering practice, leadership and the translation of technical innovation into real-world applications.
The DEng program in engineering with a concentration in biomedical engineering deepens your technical expertise as an experienced engineer while developing the professional and leadership capabilities needed to guide complex engineering initiatives in biomedical and health care-related industries. The program emphasizes advanced engineering analysis, interdisciplinary problem-solving and the application of engineering principles to the development and implementation of biomedical technologies.
As a graduate of the program, you are prepared to lead the design, development and deployment of technologies that address critical challenges in health care, biotechnology, medical devices and related fields. By integrating advanced engineering knowledge with professional competencies such as leadership, collaboration and effective communication, the program prepares you to serve as a technical leader and innovator in organizations working at the intersection of engineering, biology and medicine.
GI Bill® benefits
This new program is not yet approved for use with GI Bill® benefits.
GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. You can find more information about education benefits offered by VA at the official U.S. government website at https://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill/.
Curriculum
This graduate degree includes courses focused on a specialized topic, so you can advance your skills for further professional opportunities. Explore all courses below:
Required Core (12 credit hours) Select one of the following courses: Select one of the following courses: Select one of the following courses: Concentration (21 credit hours) Select two of the following courses: Electives (15 credit hours) Other Requirements (3 credit hours) Culminating Experience (9 credit hours) Additional Curriculum Information
Select one of the following courses:
CON 532 Facilities Project Management (3)
CON 545 Construction Project Management (3)
IEE 558 Engineering Project Management (3)
IEE 541 Engineering Administration (3)
OGL 550 Leading Organizational Change (3)
OGL 552 Leading Diverse Teams (3)
IEE 520 Statistical Learning for Data Mining (3)
IEE 572 Design Engineering Experiments (3)
IEE 578 Regression Analysis (3)
IEE 582 Response Surfaces and Process Operations (3)
COM 504 Theories and Models in Communication (3)
COM 514 Communication and Gender (3)
COM 515 Communication in the Workplace (3)
COM 530 Training and Development (3)
BME 535 Communication and Career Development in STEM (3)
BME coursework (6)
additional coursework (6)
BME 510 Biomechanics and Human Physical Capability (3)
BME 517 Advanced Modeling of Transport Phenomena for BME (3)
BME 520 Biomaterials Design and Application (3)
BME 523 Signal and Systems Mastery: Practical Applications in BME (3)
BME 530 Biomolecular and Genetic Engineering (3)
BME 534 Applied Programming: Data Modeling and Analysis (3)
BME 702 Applied Doctoral Project Initiation (3)
BME 793 Applied Project (9)
Consult your program advisor for a complete list of concentration coursework. You select electives from an approved list. Up to six credit hours of 400-level coursework can be used in the electives section.
Admission requirements
Here are the admission and application details
All students are required to meet general university admission requirements.
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You must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering. You are eligible to apply to the program if you have earned a bachelor's or master's degree in engineering, mathematics, physics, biology or a related field from a regionally accredited institution. You must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = ''A'') in the last 60 hours of your first bachelor's degree program or a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = ''A'') in an applicable master's degree program. You are required to submit: Additional Application Information The statement of purpose should include a purpose for completing the DEng program and biomedical engineering concentration, basic qualifications, interest in ASU, academic journey and accomplishments and professional career journey and accomplishments. The letter of recommendation should be submitted by a supervisor, colleague or former academic professor sharing their understanding of your motivations and capabilities for completing a doctoral-level engineering degree. Supervisors should also state their support for you during your doctoral program and applied project. At the time of application, you must have successfully completed a minimum of six credit hours of calculus (Calculus I, II) with a grade of "C" (scale is 4.00 = "A") or higher. You are expected to have completed additional coursework in differential equations, general chemistry, general biology, physics with calculus and physiology in addition to core competency areas in four out of the six categories: signals and systems, circuits or electrical networks, thermodynamics or physical chemistry, transport phenomena, biomaterials or materials science engineering and engineering mechanics. You may be admitted to the program with additional coursework needed in three areas, and the understanding that those courses will be completed in the first year of the program.
If your native language is not English, you must provide proof of English proficiency regardless of current residency by scoring at least 4 on the Internet-based TOEFL (iBT)®, or a score of 80 if taken before January 21, 2026 in a testing center; 6.5 on the IELTS; or 105 on the Duolingo English test.
Application deadlines
| Session | Modality | Deadline | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Session A/C | In Person | 05/01 | Priority* |
| Session | Modality | Deadline | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Session A/C | In Person | 12/01 | Priority* |
*A priority deadline means that applications submitted and completed before the priority deadline will receive priority consideration. Applications submitted after the priority deadlines will be reviewed in the order in which they were completed and on a space-available basis. An application is complete after all materials are received by Admission Services.
Paying for college
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Careers this biomedical engineering concentration prepares you for
As an engineering professional with the technical, clinical and leadership skills developed through the DEng with a concentration in biomedical engineering, you can pursue advanced career opportunities at the intersection of engineering innovation, health care delivery and translational research. You are prepared to manage complex biomedical projects, lead multidisciplinary engineering and clinical teams, oversee regulatory and quality processes, and drive the development and deployment of medical technologies in real-world settings. These skills can be applied to industries including:
- consulting
- information technologies and digital health
- medical device and biomanufacturing
- product development and translational engineering
Contact information
Use the contact information below to get in touch if you're a current student or have general questions.
Prospective students should fill out the Request for Information form.
Harrington Bioengineering Program
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ECG 334
sbhse.advising@asu.edu
480-965-3028
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