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Final Degree Awarded
Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering

Language of Instruction
The Programme will be taught completely in English.

Duration of the Programme
Two years

Beginning of the Programme
October (begins in the winter semester only)

Goals of the Programme
The Master of Science programme in Biomedical Engineering is an interdisciplinary course of studies, which should provide students with scientific knowledge, skills and methods in the field of biomedical engineering, leading to a scientific qualification and autonomy in the field of biomedical engineering. Graduates will also have the necessary qualifications to pursue a doctoral degree.

General Description of the Programme
The Faculty of Medicine leads the co-operation between the Faculty of Medicine, Faculty of Mathematics, Computer Sciences and Natural Sciences, the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology, who have designed a curriculum especially for this programme. The design of the programme takes full advantage of the environment offered at RWTH as one of the leading universities of technology in Europe.
The Master's programme study courses have a modular design and are divided into basic modules, three specialised modules, general compulsory courses and optional courses. During the first semester, basic modules in natural sciences, engineering and medicine create a common platform for the later semesters. Students attend a combination of basic courses depending on previous qualifications. The second and third semesters consist of specialised modules such as tissue engineering, medical imaging/guided therapy and artificial organs/devices. The topics covered in detail are main areas of research and development at RWTH. The Master's thesis typically occupies the final six months of the programme.
During the time of study students must also perform an 8-week internship in a biomedical engineering related organisation (company, university or research institute).
The curriculum and course contents are structured according to the ECTS (European Credit Transfer System).

Curriculum

Career Opportunities
The rapidly growing field of biomedical engineering leads to an increasing demand for highly qualified biomedical engineers with career opportunities across a broad scope of professional fields including engineering, science, health care or business sectors. Graduates from this course may, for example, consider a career in a research orientated environment in a hospital, clinic, research institute, government, university or public organisation.

The tasks of a biomedical engineer may cover aspects of research and development, production, product consultancy and distribution of medical products, project management, quality assurance, certification and training, surveillance and monitoring of medical facilities, procedures and instruments.