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Why Study Biomedical Engineering at NJIT?
New Jersey is home to some of the most exciting biomedical engineering in the world, and NJIT is right in the middle of the activity. Located in the University Heights district, NJIT is within walking distance of the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey and University Hospital. This is the flagship facility of the state's medical university and adds a new dimension to biomedical engineering education. Within a block from campus are the world-class Public Health Research Institute and the nationally renowned Center for Molecular and Behavioral Neuroscience at Rutgers-Newark. Cooperative research is performed with companies, rehabilitation institutes and medical centers within easy commute from NJIT.
BS in Biomedical Engineering
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iomedical engineering combines the study of fundamental biological and physiological processes and the study of engineering methods.
Learn about the program's Objectives , Learning Outcomes , courses , fact sheet .
Program Specializations
The program offers three areas of specialization: bioinstrumentation, biomechanics, and biomaterials and tissue engineering. Curriculum information for each specialization may be obtained from the University Catalog.
Accelerated Option
Students in NJIT's Albert Dorman Honors College interested in applying to medical or dental school after graduation may earn an Accelerated BS in Biomedical Engineering degree in three years.
Students not in the Honors College interested in applying to medical or dental school after graduation may earn an Accelerated BS in Engineering Science with Concentration in Biomedical Engineering for Pre-Health through NJIT's Engineering Science Program.
How can I learn more?
- Visit us during the NJIT Open Houses during October and February. Contact the admissions office for more information (973) 596-3300.
- Schedule a general campus tour through the admissions office. Then let us know in advance when you will be on campus.
- Request information from our Undergraduate Admissions Office.
- Contact us to schedule a personal tour of the department: 973-596-5268.