Emory University

What you'll study

The curriculum balances core engineering foundations with biomedical specialisms. Typical subject areas include:

• Biomedical instrumentation — sensors, signal processing and embedded systems for clinical monitoring and diagnostics.
• Biomaterials and tissue engineering — material selection, biocompatibility, scaffolds and strategies for tissue repair and regeneration.
• Medical imaging and image analysis — modalities such as MRI, CT and ultrasound, plus computational image processing.
• Biomechanics and rehabilitation engineering — mechanics of biological tissues, prosthetics and assistive technologies.
• Computational methods and data analysis — modelling, machine learning and analysis of biological and clinical datasets.
• Regulatory, translational and commercial considerations — pathways for device approval, clinical trial design and product development.

Instruction typically combines lectures, laboratory courses and project work. Students commonly choose between a research thesis or a coursework/project route; many undertake internships or collaborative studies with clinicians, industry partners or Emory’s translational research centres to gain practical experience.

Entry requirements

Applicants are normally expected to hold a bachelor’s degree in engineering, biology, physics, chemistry or a closely related discipline with evidence of quantitative preparation. Typical application materials include official transcripts, academic or professional references, and a statement of purpose describing research interests and career goals. Prior laboratory or research experience is advantageous. Applicants whose first language is not English will need to demonstrate English proficiency in line with the university’s requirements.

Career prospects

Graduates pursue roles across the biomedical sector, including positions in medical device and diagnostics companies, pharmaceutical and biotechnology firms, clinical engineering services, regulatory and quality roles, and consulting. The programme also prepares students for doctoral study or combined clinical training paths. Alumni frequently enter translational research teams, product development groups, startup ventures in health technology or hospital‑based innovation programmes.

Why study at Emory University

Emory offers access to a large academic medical centre and a strong network of clinical collaborators, enabling projects that span bench to bedside. Students benefit from multidisciplinary faculty, core research facilities and partnerships with industry and research institutes in the Atlanta region. The programme’s emphasis on translational research and practical experience helps students develop the technical and professional skills needed to move technologies toward clinical use or to continue into research and advanced study.