# Biomedical Engineering M.Sc.
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**Parent**: https://www.rwth-aachen.de/go/id/csei/lidx/1
## Key Info
### Basic Information
Degree
: Master of Science
Start of Studies
: Winter Semester
Standard Period of Studies
: 4 semesters
ECTS Credits
: 120Further Information: ECTS are credit points that measure the workload of one's studies.
Language
: English
### Admission Requirements
- First university degree, required qualifications according to the examination regulationsFurther Information:
A first recognized university degree, through which the necessary education background for the Master course of study can be proven. The necessary knowledge needed in order for studies to be successful is determined in the respective exam regulations (PO).
- Proficiency in EnglishFurther Information: You must provide documentation of your language skills for the language of instruction at the time of enrollment. The exam regulations stipulate the relevant requirements.
### Admission to First Semester
- Open
(No NC)
### Admission to Higher Semesters
- Open
(No NC)
### Dates and Deadlines
- [Overview](https://www.rwth-aachen.de/go/id/wna/lidx/1/)
Our master’s program provides comprehensive advanced training in biomedical engineering, equipping students with specialized knowledge, skills, and methodologies that foster scientific excellence and professional independence in this rapidly evolving field.
At RWTH Aachen University, this master’s program is unique in that it is the only one offering an independent Master of Science degree in Biomedical Engineering. Unlike other programs that provide this field solely as a specialization within broader disciplines like Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering, our program stands alone, allowing for a focused and comprehensive study of Biomedical Engineering.
## Degree Content
This truly interdisciplinary program unites faculty expertise from:
- Mathematics and Natural Sciences
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering and Information Technology
- Medicine (Program Coordinator)
#### First Semester: Foundational Coursework
Your first semester provides essential groundwork through modules spanning medicine, engineering, natural sciences, and ethics. This approach accommodates diverse academic backgrounds while establishing a strong foundation for advanced study. Beyond required core courses, you’ll begin personalizing your educational experience through elective options that align with your professional interests.
#### Second and Third Semesters:
The program’s core curriculum emphasizes RWTH’s distinctive research strengths in biomedical engineering:
- Tissue Engineering: Cell Culture and Tissue Engineering
- Medical Imaging Techniques: Medical Imaging, Image-Guided Therapy and Theranostics, Image Processing and Handling
- Material Sciences*:* Material Science and Processing, Advanced Biomaterials – Hard Tissue Implants and Prostheses & 3D Bioprinting
- Artificial Organs
The curriculum includes core electives, optional specialized modules, and a mandatory 6-8 week industry or research internship following the second semester.
#### Fourth Semester: Master’s Thesis
Your final semester is dedicated entirely to researching and writing your master’s thesis, allowing you to demonstrate advanced knowledge and contribute original insights to the biomedical engineering field.
## Biomedical Engineering web page
Detailed information is available on the [Biomedical Engineering web page at the Faculty of Medicine](http://www.medizin.rwth-aachen.de/cms/Fakultaeten/Medizin/Studium/Studiengaenge/~bmeu/Biomedical_Engineering_M_Sc/?lidx=1).
## Prerequisites
A prerequisite for starting studies in a first university degree, with which the necessary background education can be proven, as determined in the exam regulations. The exam board determines whether it fulfills the entrance requirements.
## Career Prospects
Numerous fields are open to graduates, including: medical technology industry, healthcare, research laboratories, testing centers, authorities, universities, and self-employment.
Your tasks range from research, development, production, product consulting, distribution and service of medical products to planning, project management, quality management, certification, and instruction of implementation of medical technology and biomaterials to observation and assessment of medical instititutions, processes, and equipment.
## Module Handbook and Examination Regulations
The module handbook provides a description of all modules of a degree program and offers a comprehensive insight into the program contents.
The examination regulations are comprised of legally binding provisions on learning objectives, prerequisites for study, the course structure and processes, and examination procedures.
Regulations that generally apply to all Bachelor's and Master's degree programs, including information on language proficiency requirements, can be found in RWTH's General Examination Regulations. These general regulations are further specified and complemented by the subject-specific examination regulations.
If two examination regulations are valid for a degree program during a transition phase, the most current version shall apply to students enrolling in the program for the first time.
Please note that only the German examination regulations are legally binding.
[Module Handbook](https://online.rwth-aachen.de/RWTHonline/wbModhbReport.downloadPublicMHBVersion?pOrgNr=1&pStpStpNr=1528)
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[Subject Specific Examination Regulations](https://www.rwth-aachen.de/cms/root/Die-RWTH/Aktuell/~xhf/Amtliche-Bekanntmachungen/?search=Biomedical+Engineering+Master&page=)
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[RWTH's General Examination Regulations](https://www.rwth-aachen.de/cms/root/wir/aktuell/~xhf/amtliche-bekanntmachungen/?search=General%20Examination%20Regulations%20Bachelor%20and%20Master&lidx=1)
## Faculty
The Master course of study in Biomedical Engineering is offered by the
[Faculty of Medicine](https://www.medizin.rwth-aachen.de/cms/~iiq/medizin/?lidx=1).
## Academic Advising
- [Advising and Services for School Students and Prospective Students](https://www.rwth-aachen.de/cms/root/studium/Beratung-Hilfe/~oeeh/Beratung-und-Angebote-fuer-Schuelerinnen/lidx/1/)
- [Advising for Students](https://www.rwth-aachen.de/cms/root/studium/Beratung-Hilfe/~rcw/Studienberatung-fuer-Studierende/lidx/1/)
- [Departmental Academic Advisors](https://www.rwth-aachen.de/cms/root/studium/Beratung-Hilfe/~tmy/Fachstudienberatungen/lidx/1/)
- [Student Councils Within Faculties](https://www.rwth-aachen.de/cms/root/studium/Beratung-Hilfe/~wrk/Fachschaften/lidx/1/)
- [Advice & Assistance](https://www.rwth-aachen.de/cms/root/studium/Vor-dem-Studium/Studiengaenge/Liste-Aktuelle-Studiengaenge/Linksammlung/~oljf/Uebersicht-Beratung-und-Hilfe-an-der-RW/lidx/1/)
## Formalities
- [Legal Information for Starting Studies in the First Core Semester (de) (pdf: 944kb)](https://www.rwth-aachen.de/global/show_document.asp?id=aaaaaaaaaaainfq&download=1)
- [Legal Information for Starting Studies in Higher Core Semesters (de) (pdf: 239kb)](https://www.rwth-aachen.de/global/show_document.asp?id=aaaaaaaaaaalqtj&download=1)
## Information before Beginning Studies
- [First-Year Orientation](https://www.rwth-aachen.de/cms/root/studium/Im-Studium/Studieneingangsphase/~vcn/Erstsemestereinfuehrung/lidx/1/)
## International Prospective Students
- [Prospective International Students](https://www.rwth-aachen.de/cms/root/Zielgruppenportale/~uzn/Internationale/lidx/1/)