Master of Science Degree in Biomedical Technology Commercialization
A Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Biomedical Technology Commercialization (BTC) at The University of Texas at San Antonio is a joint graduate program between the Department of Biomedical Engineering and Chemical Engineering in the Klesse College of Engineering and Integrated Design and the Department of Information Systems and Cyber Security in the Carlos Alvarez College of Business. This is a non-thesis degree program, and the M.S. degree will be awarded to candidates who have satisfactorily completed all degree requirements for the program.
The regulations for this degree comply with the general University regulations (refer to Student Policies, General Academic Regulations, and the Graduate Catalog, Master’s Degree Regulations).
Admission Requirements
Students who hold an undergraduate degree in engineering, sciences, or business administration may apply to the program. The minimum requirements for admission to the Master of Science in Biomedical Technology Commercialization degree are described below. Note that satisfying these requirements does not guarantee admission.
- Applicants must have a grade point average of 3.0 or better in the last 60 semester credit hours of coursework with a major in a recognized science, engineering, or business discipline. Students with borderline grade point average (between 2.9 and 3.0) will be required to satisfactorily complete selected courses as a condition of acceptance.
- Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) scores are not required for admission consideration.
- A minimum of one letter of recommendation attesting to the applicant’s readiness for graduate study must be submitted.
- Students whose native language is not English must achieve a university-wide minimum score on either the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) iBT or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). The current university-wide minimum score for TOEFL iBT is 79 and IELTS is 6.5. Students are encouraged to review the Graduate Catalog for any changes in the university-wide minimum scores for TOEFL/IELTS. Note that TOEFL/IELTS scores older than two years are not valid or accepted. This test score is waived for international students from countries where English is the official language, or for students who have earned an accredited bachelor’s degree or higher in the United States or in countries where English is the official language, as indicated in the Graduate Catalog.
A complete application includes the application form, official transcripts, letter(s) of recommendation, and English Proficiency test (TOEFL or IELTS) scores, if applicable.
Degree Requirements and Program of Study
The Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Biomedical Technology Commercialization (BTC) will consist of at least 30 semester credit hours beyond the bachelor’s degree. Undergraduate courses, general education courses, and prerequisites for graduate courses cannot be counted toward this total. For transferring students, course credit allowed for transfer will be decided on a case-by-case basis by the program director and the admissions committee for Biomedical Technology Commercialization. If recommended by the program director and admissions committee, the request will then be submitted to the Dean of the Graduate School for approval. The required curriculum for all students is as follows:
Course List | Code | Title | Credit Hours |
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| Medical Device Design | |
| Biomedical Terminologies for Entrepreneurs | |
| Working Knowledge in the Biomedical Industries | |
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| Technology Commercialization | |
| Essentials of Project Management | |
| Financial Aspects of Management of Technology | |
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| Introduction to Python with Applications to Biomedical Industries | |
| Bioinstrumentations | |
| Biomaterials II | |
| Biomaterials and Cell Signaling | |
| Biomaterials for Drug Delivery/Pharmacology | |
| Organizational Systems for Management of Technology | |
| Starting the High-Tech Firm | |
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| Biomedical Project | |
| Total Credit Hours | 30 |
Master of Science Degree in Biomedical Engineering
A Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Biomedical Engineering (BME) at The University of Texas at San Antonio is offered jointly through The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. A matrix of academic tracks is offered based on segments of biomedical engineering and/or areas of clinical emphasis. Specifically, the program has emphases in the following areas: biomaterials, biomechanics, and bioimaging. The biological areas covered are orthopedics/dental tissues, cardiovascular systems, and neural systems. The M.S. degree in Biomedical Engineering (Thesis Option or Non-Thesis Option) will be awarded to candidates who have displayed an in-depth understanding of the concepts that are necessary for critically judging the scientific literature, for formulating novel hypotheses, designing experimental protocols to test the hypotheses, interpreting their results, and demonstrating their ability to make an original contribution to knowledge in the biomedical field.
The regulations for this degree comply with the general University regulations (refer to Student Policies, General Academic Regulations, and the Graduate Catalog, Master’s Degree Regulations).
Admission Requirements
Students who hold an undergraduate degree may apply to the program. The minimum requirements for admission to the Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering degree are described below. Note that admission is competitive, and satisfying these requirements does not guarantee admission.
- Applicants must have a grade point average of 3.0 or better in the last 60 semester credit hours of coursework with a major in a recognized science or engineering discipline. All students should have had sufficient background in engineering, chemistry, biology, and physics prior to being admitted to the program. It is expected that these students will have a bachelor's degree with an emphasis in either engineering, physical science, or biological science disciplines. All students are required to have completed at least one year of engineering physics, chemistry, biology, and mathematics (up to Differential Equations I or Applied Engineering Analysis I). Students with deficiencies in the above courses will be required to satisfactorily complete selected courses as a condition of acceptance.
- Students whose native language is not English must achieve a university-wide minimum score on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) iBT or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). The current university-wide minimum score for the TOEFL iBT is 79 and IELTS is 6.5. Students are also encouraged to review the Graduate Catalog for any changes in the university-wide minimum scores for TOEFL/IELTS. This test score is waived for international students from countries where English is the official language or for students who have earned an accredited bachelor’s degree or higher in the United States or in countries where English is the official language, as indicated in the Graduate Catalog.
- A minimum of two letters of recommendation are required (three are preferred) to attest to the applicant’s readiness for graduate study.
- A complete application includes the application form, official transcripts, letters of recommendation, a résumé, English proficiency test (TOEFL or IELTS) scores if applicable, and a statement of the applicant’s research experience, interests, and goals.
Degree Requirements and Program of Study – Thesis Option
The Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Biomedical Engineering (BME) will consist of at least 32 semester credit hours beyond the bachelor’s degree. Undergraduate courses, general education courses, and prerequisites for graduate courses cannot be counted toward this total. For transferring students, course credit allowed for transfer will be decided on a case-by-case basis by the Biomedical Engineering Committee on Graduate Studies (COGS). If recommended by the COGS, the request will then be submitted to the Dean of the Graduate School for approval. Since this is a joint graduate program, some courses are offered at UT Health San Antonio. To enroll in UT Health San Antonio courses (UT Health San Antonio Catalog), students must register through the UT Health San Antonio website. Any questions concerning registration at UT Health San Antonio should be directed to the BME Program Office at UT Health San Antonio. The required curriculum for all students in the Thesis Option is as follows:
Course List | Code | Title | Credit Hours |
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| BME Engineering Analysis | |
| Biomedical Imaging | |
| Experimental Biomechanics | |
| Biomaterials | |
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| Independent Study in Biomedical Engineering (or BME 6052, BME 6051) | |
| Topics in Biomedical Engineering | |
| Medical Device Design | |
| Biomedical Device Development | |
| Physiology for Engineers | |
| Cellular Engineering | |
| Cardiovascular Bioengineering | |
| Bioinstrumentations | |
| Microfabrication and Application | |
| Biophotonics | |
| Biosensors: Fundamentals and Applications | |
| Topics in Image and Signal Processing | |
| Advanced Biomechanics | |
| Tissue Mechanics | |
| Topics in Biomechanics | |
| Biomaterials II | |
| Tissue Engineering | |
| Tissue-Biomaterials Interactions | |
| Biomaterials and Cell Signaling | |
| Fundamentals to Polymer Science with Select Biomedical Applications | |
| Mechanical Behavior of Materials | |
| Management of Technology | |
| Essentials of Project Management | |
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| Master's Thesis Research | |
| Master's Thesis Research | |
| Master's Thesis Research | |
| Master's Thesis Research | |
| Total Credit Hours | 32 |
The entire program of study must be recommended by the student’s Master’s Thesis Advisor, Master’s Thesis Committee, and the COGS and must be submitted to the Dean of the Graduate School for approval. The courses taken by students are intended to focus and support the individual’s mastery of his or her particular area of specialization.
Advancement to Candidacy
The student should seek recommendations from the COGS for advancement to candidacy. The COGS reserves the right to deny recommendation of the student’s admission to Master’s candidacy based on the student’s academics and proposed research. Upon recommendation from the COGS, all students are admitted to candidacy after successfully defending their proposed research, recommended by his/her Master’s Thesis Committee, and approved by the Dean of the Graduate School. Students should also consult the University Master’s Degree Regulations in this catalog for the other pertinent requirements.
Thesis Defense
A thesis, which is an original contribution to scholarship, based on independent investigation (graduate research) in the major area, is required of every candidate. The Master’s thesis research will be conducted by the student under the guidance of the Supervising Professor and the advice of the Master’s Thesis Committee. Prior to starting the thesis research, each student will submit a research proposal to the COGS for approval. The thesis will be the responsibility of the student and the Supervising Professor. Registration for thesis credit hours must be for a period of more than one semester. During each semester that a student receives advice and/or assistance from a faculty member or supervision by the Master’s Thesis Committee or uses UT San Antonio or UT Health San Antonio resources, he or she will be required to enroll for credit in the appropriate Master’s degree course. The form and format of the thesis should follow the guidelines and rules already in effect at UT San Antonio or UT Health San Antonio.
Composition of the Master’s Thesis Committee
The Master’s Thesis Committee is made up of at least four members. The committee should consist of the Supervising Professor, one BME Graduate Faculty member from UT San Antonio, one BME Graduate Faculty member from UT Health San Antonio, and one external member. The student’s thesis proposal and the proposed composition of the Master’s Thesis Committee will be evaluated and approved by the COGS.
Final Oral Examination (Defense of Thesis)
A satisfactory final oral examination is required for the approval of a thesis. Acceptance of the thesis will be contingent upon approval of the respective Master’s Thesis Committee. The thesis defense consists of a seminar presentation by the candidate to the general public. A closed-door examination by the Master’s Thesis Committee follows and covers the general field of the thesis and other parts of the student’s program as determined by the respective committee. Members of the Master’s Thesis Committee must be satisfied that the student has:
- Completed the research approved by the Master’s Thesis Committee.
- Passed all examinations required by the COGS, including the successful defense of the thesis.
- Completed the required coursework.
- Completed a thesis that is an independent investigation in the biomedical engineering field and constitutes a contribution to the respective discipline.
Upon successful completion of the aforementioned requirements, the Master’s Thesis Committee members will sign the approval forms for the Master’s Thesis and make an official recommendation to the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences at UT Health San Antonio or to the Graduate School at UT San Antonio that the Master’s degree be awarded.
Degree Requirements and Program of Study – Non-Thesis Option
The Non-Thesis Option is not offered to new incoming students. All students enrolled in the Non-Thesis Option will require approval from the Program Director and the Graduate Advisor of Record. The Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Biomedical Engineering (BME) (Non-Thesis Option) will consist of at least 36 semester credit hours beyond the bachelor’s degree. Undergraduate courses, general education courses, and prerequisites for graduate courses cannot be counted toward this total. For transferring students, course credit allowed for transfer will be decided on a case-by-case basis by the Biomedical Engineering Committee on Graduate Studies (COGS). If recommended by the COGS, the request will then be submitted to the Dean of the Graduate School for approval. Since this is a joint graduate program, some courses are offered at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. To enroll in UT Health San Antonio courses (UT Health San Antonio Catalog), students must register through the UT Health San Antonio website. Any questions concerning registration at UT Health San Antonio should be directed to the BME Program Office at UT Health San Antonio. The required curriculum for all BME students in the Non-Thesis Option is as follows:
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| BME Engineering Analysis | |
| Biomedical Imaging | |
| Experimental Biomechanics | |
| Biomaterials | |
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Master of Science Degree in Chemical Engineering
The M.S. in Chemical Engineering program is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel as leaders in chemical engineering industries and research and development. Through a robust academic curriculum, students will gain a strong foundation in fundamental principles while also developing specialized skills essential for managing and leading within the field. The program will emphasize the resolution of contemporary challenges in areas such as advanced process development, automation strategy, data analytics, risk management, and reliability engineering. By fostering both technical expertise and leadership capabilities, this program aims to produce graduates who are well-prepared to drive innovation and make impactful contributions to the chemical engineering sector.
Admissions Requirements
Successful Chemical Engineering applicants must satisfy the University-wide graduate admission requirements described in the Graduate Catalog. In addition, they must satisfy the following Chemical Engineering-specific requirements:
- Hold a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering or a related field. The degrees must be from an accredited institution. If the degree of an applicant is in an area other than Chemical Engineering, they may be required to take foundation courses.
- A minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0 in upper-division courses.
- Complete applications must include the following:
- Official transcripts;
- International applicants are required to prove proficiency in the English language by taking either the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) iBT, the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), or the Duolingo English Test (DET). The minimum acceptable scores for admissions consideration are 79 TOEFL iBT, 6.5 IELTS, and 100 DET. Scores may not be more than two years old.
- Three letters of recommendation from persons familiar with the applicant’s academic potential;
- Statement of research/specialization interest;
- Résumé/curriculum vitae.
Applications must be submitted to the UTSA Office of Strategic Enrollment. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Acceptance to the program is determined by the Department's Graduate Studies Committee. The Graduate Studies Committee is comprised of the Graduate Advisor of Record (GAR) and two additional members of the faculty. Members will be appointed by the Department Chair for a two-year term.
Degree Requirements
A minimum of 36 semester credit hours are required to complete the M.S. in Chemical Engineering. Full-time graduate students must enroll in at least 9 semester credit hours per semester, making the 36-credit requirement consistent with full-time enrollment over two years (18 hours per year for 2 years).
Course List | Code | Title | Credit Hours |
| CME 6103 | Chemical Engineering Kinetics and Reactor Design | 3 |
| CME 6203 | Advanced Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics | 3 |
| CME 6303 | Transport Phenomena | 3 |
| CME 6403 | Mathematical Methods in Chemical Engineering | 3 |
| CME 6601 | Chemical Engineering Research Seminar (repeated for a total of 3 hours) | 3 |
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| Critical Thinking and Writing for BME | |
| Topics in Biomedical Engineering | |
| Medical Device Design | |
| Cellular Engineering | |
| Introduction to Python with Applications to Biomedical Industries | |
| Biomedical Terminologies for Entrepreneurs | |
| Biomedical Imaging | |
| Biophotonics | |
| Experimental Biomechanics | |
| Tissue Mechanics | |
| Topics in Biomechanics | |
| Biomaterials | |
| Tissue-Biomaterials Interactions | |
| Chemical Engineering Ethics and Leadership | |
| Heterogeneous Catalysis and Surface Science | |
| Electrochemical Engineering | |
| Biochemical Engineering | |
| Electronic and Local Atomic Structure using Synchrotron Methods | |
| Introduction to Polymer Science and Engineering | |
| Self-healing Polymers | |
| Fundamentals of Interfaces, Nanoparticles, and other Colloids | |
| Chemical Engineering Internship | |
| Independent Study in Chemical Engineering | |
| Independent Study in Chemical Engineering | |
| Independent Study in Chemical Engineering | |
| Topics in Chemical Engineering | |
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| Environmental Chemistry | |
| Advanced Treatment Processes for Water Quality Control | |
| Sustainable Energy Systems | |
| Special Topics in Environmental Engineering | |
| Global Change | |
| Global Change |
| Fate and Transport of Contaminants in the Environment | |
| Special Problems | |
| Environmental Microbiology | |
| Functions, Evaluations and Synthesis Technology of Advanced Materials | |
| Sensing and Sensor Materials | |
| Structure-Chemistry-Property Relations in Materials Science and Engineering | |
| Magnetic Materials and Electromagnetic Engineering | |
| Topics in Systems Modeling | |
| Advanced Quality Control | |
| Alternative Energy Sources | |
| Advanced Strength of Materials | |
| Finite Element Methods | |
| Viscoelasticity | |
| Lean Manufacturing and Lean Enterprises | |
| Computer Integrated Manufacturing | |
| Process Improvement and Variability Reduction | |
| Advanced Manufacturing Systems Engineering | |
| Green and Sustainable Manufacturing and Enterprise Systems | |
| Computational Fluid Dynamics | |
| Composite Materials | |
| Linear and Mixed Integer Optimization | |
| Advanced Systems Dynamics and Control | |
| Machine Learning and Data Analytics | |
| Advanced Fluid Mechanics | |
| Critical Thinking and Writing for BME | |
| Introduction to Python with Applications to Biomedical Industries | |
| Chemical Engineering Ethics and Leadership | |
| Chemical Engineering Internship | |
| Independent Study in Chemical Engineering | |
| Independent Study in Chemical Engineering | |
| Independent Study in Chemical Engineering | |
| Global Change | |
| Global Change |
| Data-Driven Decision Making and Design | |
| Professional Development and Communication | |
| Data Foundations | |
| Advanced Quality Control | |
| Lean Manufacturing and Lean Enterprises | |
| Green and Sustainable Manufacturing and Enterprise Systems | |
| Special Problems | |
| Leadership | |
| Ethics and Globalization | |
| Technology Commercialization | |
| Essentials of Project Management | |
| Quantitative Methods for Business Analysis | |
| Decision Analytics for Managers | |
| Predictive Modeling | |
| Critical Thinking and Writing for BME | |
| Introduction to Python with Applications to Biomedical Industries | |
| Chemical Engineering Ethics and Leadership | |
| Heterogeneous Catalysis and Surface Science | |
| Electrochemical Engineering | |
| Biochemical Engineering | |
| Electronic and Local Atomic Structure using Synchrotron Methods | |
| Introduction to Polymer Science and Engineering | |
| Self-healing Polymers | |
| Fundamentals of Interfaces, Nanoparticles, and other Colloids | |
| Chemical Engineering Internship | |
| Independent Study in Chemical Engineering | |
| Independent Study in Chemical Engineering | |
| Independent Study in Chemical Engineering | |
| Topics in Chemical Engineering | |
| Environmental Chemistry | |
| Advanced Treatment Processes for Water Quality Control | |
| Sustainable Energy Systems | |
| Special Topics in Environmental Engineering | |
| Global Change | |
| Global Change |
| Fate and Transport of Contaminants in the Environment | |
| Environmental Microbiology | |
| Functions, Evaluations and Synthesis Technology of Advanced Materials | |
| Topics in Systems Modeling | |
| Advanced Quality Control | |
| Alternative Energy Sources | |
| Advanced Strength of Materials | |
| Finite Element Methods | |
| Lean Manufacturing and Lean Enterprises | |
| Computer Integrated Manufacturing | |
| Process Improvement and Variability Reduction | |
| Advanced Manufacturing Systems Engineering | |
| Green and Sustainable Manufacturing and Enterprise Systems | |
| Computational Fluid Dynamics | |
| Linear and Mixed Integer Optimization | |
| Advanced Systems Dynamics and Control | |
| Machine Learning and Data Analytics | |
| Advanced Fluid Mechanics | |
| Total Credit Hours | 36 |
Degree Options
Students seeking the M.S. in Chemical Engineering with a concentration in Research and Development must select between two options to complete the 21 semester credit hours. Students in the Management or Advanced Process Development concentrations may not select the thesis option.
Option 1: Non-Thesis Option
All students in the Management and Advanced Process Development concentrations and students in the Research and Development concentration who choose the Non-Thesis Option are required to complete the 15 semester credit hours of required coursework and 21 semester credit hours of concentration coursework.
Option 2: Thesis Option (coming soon)
Students in the Research and Development concentration who choose the Thesis Option are required to complete the 15 semester credit hours of required coursework, 15 semester credit hours of concentration coursework, and 6 semester credit hours of CME Master’s Thesis (coming soon). See the University’s requirements for a thesis in the the Master’s Degree Regulations.
Master of Science Degree in Engineering Education
The Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Engineering Education is a graduate program designed by the Klesse College of Engineering and Integrated Design and the College of Education and Human Development. It promotes the integration of both research and practice in engineering education and engineering through collaboration among professors in the two colleges. It provides a platform for students who plan to conduct fundamental research in engineering teaching and learning, as well as those interested in teaching engineering or pre-engineering subjects in high schools, community colleges, or four-year engineering programs. The program focuses deeply on an inclusive and critical pedagogy that values the wide diversity of students and their unique strengths while offering mentorship and support. The interdisciplinary nature of the program also allows for the integration of both theory and application of pedagogical approaches in formal, informal, and corporate settings. The M.S. degree in Engineering Education can prepare graduate student educators to strengthen their students’ opportunities for academic success and workforce and career preparation in the STEM fields.
The program offers both a thesis and a non-thesis degree option. Engineering Education M.S. students must take a minimum of 30 semester credit hours beyond their bachelor’s degree.
The thesis M.S. program option requires students to:
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Complete a minimum of 30 semester credit hours in required courses, including: 9 credits in Engineering Education core courses, a 1-credit seminar course, a 2-credit practicum, a minimum of 6 credits in Engineering Education elective courses, 6 credits in defined core research theory courses, and a minimum of 6 credits in Master’s Thesis research courses.
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Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 during graduate study.
The non-thesis M.S. program option requires students to:
- Complete a minimum of 30 semester credit hours in required courses, including: 9 credits in Engineering Education core courses, a 1-credit seminar course, a 2-credit practicum, a 3-credit graduate project course, and a minimum of 15 credits in Engineering Education elective courses or 9 credits in Engineering Education elective courses and a minimum of 6 credits of elective graduate-level courses, primarily from the Klesse College of Engineering and Integrated Design and from the various departments in areas such as biomedical engineering, civil engineering, computer engineering, electrical engineering, materials engineering, and mechanical engineering.
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Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 during graduate study.
The M.S. degree will be awarded to candidates who have satisfactorily completed all degree requirements for the program.
The regulations for this degree comply with the general University regulations (refer to Student Policies, General Academic Regulations, and the Graduate Catalog, Master’s Degree Regulations).
Admission Requirements
Students who hold an undergraduate degree or will complete their undergraduate degree before enrollment may apply to the program. The minimum requirements for admission to the Master of Science degree in Engineering Education are described below. Note that satisfying these requirements alone does not guarantee admission.
- Applicants must have a grade point average of 3.0 or better in the last 60 semester credit hours of coursework with a major in a recognized science, engineering, or STEM education discipline. It is expected that applicants will have a bachelor's degree with an emphasis in one or more of the following disciplines: engineering, engineering technology, computer science, science, mathematics, education (with specialization in mathematics, earth science, elementary science, biology, chemistry, physics, environmental science, general science, or other STEM-related education), or certification in teaching STEM subjects.
- Official transcripts will need to be submitted prior to admission. For international applicants or applicants that have completed their degree outside of the USA, please provide an officially translated transcript certifying course-by-course equivalence with the US grading system and showing cumulative GPA.
- GRE scores are not required.
- Students whose native language is not English must achieve a university-wide minimum score requirement on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) iBT or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). The current university-wide minimum score requirement for the TOEFL iBT is 79 and IELTS is 6.5. This test score is waived for international students from countries where English is the official language or for students who have earned an accredited bachelor’s degree or higher in the United States or in countries where English is the official language, as indicated in the Student Policies admission section.
- A minimum of two letters of recommendation are required to attest to the applicant’s readiness for graduate study.
- A statement of purpose, between 500 and 1,000 words, is required and must convey who you are, present your academic and professional interests, discuss what you expect to gain from this graduate program, and state how you will add value to the graduate program community.
A complete application includes the application form, official transcripts, letters of recommendation, English proficiency test (TOEFL or IELTS) scores, if applicable, and the statement of purpose.
Degree Requirements – Thesis Option
Course List | Code | Title | Credit Hours |
| Engineering Education Methods | |
| Mentored Teaching in Engineering | |
| Special Problems: Becoming an Engineering Educator | |
| Special Problems |
| Research Seminar | |
| Foundations of Engineering Education Research Methodologies | |
| Advanced Engineering Education Research Methodologies | |
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| Master's Thesis Research (repeated to reach 6 semester credit hours) | |
| Master's Thesis Research |
| Master's Thesis Research |
| Engineering Education Practicum | |
| Professional Development in Engineering Education | |
| Teaching Engineering through Spatial Visualization | |
| Engineering for Social Justice | |
| Engineering Social Responsibility and Ethics | |
| Human Centered Design and the Impact of Modern Technologies | |
| Foundations of Engineering Education Research Methodologies | |
| Advanced Engineering Education Research Methodologies | |
| Advanced Topics in Interdisciplinary STEM Education | |
| Nature and Meaning of Interdisciplinary STEM Education | |
| Inquiry in Interdisciplinary STEM Education | |
| Equity, Agency, and Participation in Interdisciplinary STEM Education | |
| Assessment in Interdisciplinary STEM Education | |
| Total Credit Hours | 30 |
Degree Requirements – Non-Thesis Option
Course List | Code | Title | Credit Hours |
| Engineering Education Methods | |
| Mentored Teaching in Engineering | |
| Special Problems: Becoming an Engineering Educator | |
| Special Problems |
| Research Seminar | |
| Graduate Project | |
| Engineering Education Practicum | |
| Professional Development in Engineering Education | |
| Teaching Engineering through Spatial Visualization | |
| Engineering for Social Justice | |
| Engineering Social Responsibility and Ethics | |
| Human Centered Design and the Impact of Modern Technologies | |
| Foundations of Engineering Education Research Methodologies | |
| Advanced Engineering Education Research Methodologies | |
| Advanced Topics in Interdisciplinary STEM Education | |
| Nature and Meaning of Interdisciplinary STEM Education | |
| Inquiry in Interdisciplinary STEM Education | |
| Equity, Agency, and Participation in Interdisciplinary STEM Education | |
| Assessment in Interdisciplinary STEM Education | |
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| Total Credit Hours | 30 |
Doctor of Philosophy Degree in Biomedical Engineering
A Doctor of Philosophy degree in Biomedical Engineering (BME) at The University of Texas at San Antonio is offered jointly with The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. A matrix of academic tracks is offered based on segments of biomedical engineering and/or areas of clinical emphasis. Specifically, the program has emphases in the following areas: biomaterials, biomechanics, and bioimaging. The biological areas covered are orthopedics/dental tissues, cardiovascular systems, and neural systems. The Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering will be awarded to candidates who have displayed an in-depth understanding of the concepts that are necessary for critically judging the scientific literature, formulating novel hypotheses, designing experimental protocols to test the hypotheses, interpreting their results, and demonstrating their ability to make an original contribution to knowledge in the biomedical field.
The regulations for this degree comply with the general University regulations (refer to Student Policies, General Academic Regulations, and the Graduate Catalog, Doctoral Degree Regulations).
Admission Requirements
Students who hold a bachelor's or master’s degree may apply to the program. The minimum requirements for admission to the Doctor of Philosophy in Biomedical Engineering degree program are described below. Note that admission is competitive and satisfying these requirements does not guarantee admission.
- Applicants must have a grade point average of 3.0 or better in the last 60 semester credit hours of coursework with a major in a recognized science or engineering discipline. All students should have had sufficient background in engineering, chemistry, biology, and physics prior to being admitted to the program. It is expected that these students will have bachelor's degrees with emphasis in either engineering, physical science, or biological science disciplines. All students are required to have completed at least one year of engineering physics, chemistry, biology, and mathematics (up to Differential Equations I or Applied Engineering Analysis I). Students with deficiencies in the above courses will be required to satisfactorily complete selected courses as a condition of acceptance.
- Applicants with a master’s degree must have a grade point average of 3.0 or better in their master’s degree program. Applicants with a master’s degree in Biomedical Engineering or in a related field may apply a maximum of 30 semester credit hours of previously earned graduate credit (except research and thesis hours) toward their doctoral degree. The Committee on Graduate Studies (COGS) will evaluate each student’s transcript, and credit will be recommended for transfer on a course-by-course basis to satisfy the formal coursework requirements of the doctoral degree.
- Students whose native language is not English must achieve a university-wide minimum score on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) iBT or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). The current university-wide minimum score for TOEFL iBT is 79, and IELTS is 6.5. Students are also encouraged to review the Graduate Catalog for any changes in the university-wide minimum scores for TOEFL/IELTS. This test score is waived for international students from countries where English is the official language or for students who have earned an accredited bachelor’s degree or higher in the United States or in countries where English is the official language, as indicated in the Graduate Catalog.
- A minimum of two letters of recommendation are required (three are preferred) to attest to the applicant’s readiness for graduate study.
- A complete application includes the application form, official transcripts, letters of recommendation, a résumé, English proficiency test (TOEFL or IELTS) scores if applicable, and a statement of the applicant’s research experience, interests, and goals.
Degree Requirements and Program of Study
The Doctor of Philosophy degree in Biomedical Engineering (BME) will consist of at least 82 semester credit hours for students with a bachelor’s degree. Undergraduate courses, general education courses, and prerequisites for graduate courses cannot be counted toward this total. For students with a master’s degree, course credit allowed for transfer will be decided on a case-by-case basis by the Biomedical Engineering COGS. If recommended by the COGS, the request will then be submitted to the Dean of the Graduate School for approval. Since this is a joint graduate program, some courses are offered at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. To enroll in UT Health San Antonio courses (UT Health San Antonio Catalog), students must register through the UT Health San Antonio website. Any questions concerning registration at UT Health San Antonio should be directed to the BME Program Office at UT Health San Antonio.
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Students matriculating into the doctoral program with a B.S. degree will be required to complete a minimum of 82 hours. The minimum required curriculum for all students is as follows:
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| Biomedical Imaging 1,3 | |
| Experimental Biomechanics 1 | |
| Biomaterials 1 | |
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| Critical Thinking and Writing for BME | |
| Independent Study in Biomedical Engineering (or BME 6051, BME 6052) | |
| Topics in Biomedical Engineering | |
| Medical Device Design | |
| Biomedical Device Development | |
| Cellular Engineering | |
| Cardiovascular Bioengineering | |
| Bioinstrumentations | |
| Microfabrication and Application | |
| Biophotonics | |
| Biosensors: Fundamentals and Applications | |
| Topics in Image and Signal Processing | |
| Advanced Biomechanics | |
| Tissue Mechanics | |
| Topics in Biomechanics | |
| Biomaterials II | |
| Tissue Engineering | |
| Tissue-Biomaterials Interactions | |
| Biomaterials and Cell Signaling | |
| Fundamentals to Polymer Science with Select Biomedical Applications | |
| Mechanical Behavior of Materials | |
| Systems Neuroscience | |
| Computational Neuroscience | |
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| Total Credit Hours | 82 |
Advancement to Candidacy
All students seeking a doctoral degree must be admitted to candidacy after passing a doctoral qualifying examination. Students should consult Doctoral Degree Regulations in this catalog for the other pertinent requirements.
Satisfactory Performance on the Doctoral Qualifying Examination for Admission to Candidacy
The qualifying examination will be administered before the student commences the chosen dissertation research. This examination will be comprehensive in nature and may be written, oral, or both. Topics covered will include not only information provided in courses taken by the student but also basic knowledge necessary for research in the student’s chosen area of study. The Committee on Graduate Studies (COGS) will determine the format of the examination and the composition of the Qualifying Examination Committee (QEC), with the provision that BME faculty from both UT San Antonio and UT Health San Antonio will be included. The QEC will administer the examination, evaluate the student’s performance, and report its judgment to the Committee on Graduate Studies. A student is allowed to take the qualifying examination twice. Admission to candidacy will be contingent on passing the qualifying examination. Students who do not pass the qualifying examination may be accommodated with a terminal Master’s degree after completing additional prescribed courses and/or research approved by the Supervising Professor, Program Director, and the COGS.
Doctoral Dissertation
A dissertation, which is an original contribution to scholarship, based on independent investigation (doctoral research) in the major area, is required of every candidate. The doctoral research will be conducted by the student under the guidance of the Supervising Professor and the advice of the Dissertation Committee. Prior to starting the doctoral research, each student will submit a dissertation proposal to the COGS for approval. The doctoral dissertation will be the responsibility of the student and the Supervising Professor. Registration for dissertation credit hours must be for a period of more than one semester. During each semester that a student receives advice and/or assistance from a faculty member or supervision by the Dissertation Committee or uses UT San Antonio or UT Health San Antonio resources, he or she will be required to enroll for credit in the appropriate dissertation course. The form and format of the dissertation should follow the guidelines and rules already in effect at UT San Antonio or UT Health San Antonio.
Composition of the Dissertation Committee
The Dissertation Committee is made up of at least five members. The committee should consist of the Supervising Professor, one BME Graduate Faculty member from UT San Antonio, one BME Graduate Faculty member from UT Health San Antonio, one member of the graduate faculty outside of the BME Graduate Faculty from either UT San Antonio or UT Health San Antonio, and one member from outside both institutions. In addition, there is a minimum of 50 percent dissertation committee membership from UT San Antonio for students with a Supervising Professor from UT San Antonio. The student’s dissertation proposal and the proposed composition of the Dissertation Committee will be evaluated and approved by the COGS.
Final Oral Examination (Defense of Dissertation)
A satisfactory final oral examination is required for the approval of a dissertation. Acceptance of the dissertation will be contingent upon approval of the respective Dissertation Committee.
The dissertation defense will consist of a seminar presentation by the candidate to the general public. A closed door examination by the Dissertation Committee follows and covers the general field of the dissertation and other parts of the student’s program as determined by the respective committee. Members of the Dissertation Committee must be satisfied that the student has:
- Completed the research approved by the Dissertation Committee.
- Passed all examinations required by the COGS, including the successful defense of the dissertation.
- Completed the required coursework.
- Completed a dissertation that is an independent investigation in the biomedical engineering field and constitutes a contribution to the respective discipline.
- Submitted an abstract for publication in Dissertation Abstracts International that meets with the approval of University requirements.
Upon successful completion of the aforementioned requirements, the Dissertation Committee members will sign the approval forms for the doctoral dissertation and make an official recommendation to the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences at UT Health San Antonio or to the Graduate School at UT San Antonio that the Doctoral degree be awarded.
Students should note that the above is a summary of the requirements for the Doctoral degree and are advised to consult the University (UT San Antonio) Doctoral Degree Regulations as well as the BME Student Handbook, which contains details specific to the UT San Antonio/UT Health San Antonio Joint Graduate Program in Biomedical Engineering.
Doctor of Philosophy Degree in Chemical Engineering
The Department of Biomedical Engineering and Chemical Engineering offers opportunities for advanced studies and research leading to the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree in Chemical Engineering. The Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering will be awarded to candidates who have displayed an in-depth understanding of the concepts that are necessary for critically judging the scientific literature, formulating novel hypotheses, designing experimental protocols to test hypotheses, interpreting their results, and demonstrating the ability to make an original contribution to knowledge in their field of specialty.
The regulations for this degree comply with the general University regulations (refer to Student Policies, General Academic Regulations, and the Graduate Catalog, Doctoral Degree Regulations).
Admission Requirements
Students who hold a bachelor's or master’s degree may apply to the program. The minimum requirements for admission to the Doctor of Philosophy in Chemical Engineering degree program are described below. Note that admission is competitive and satisfying these requirements does not guarantee admission.
In addition to satisfying the University-wide graduate admission requirements, applicants must:
- Hold a bachelor's or master's degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field. The degree must be from an accredited institution. If the degree of an applicant is in an area other than Chemical Engineering, they may be required to take foundation courses. Successful Chemical Engineering Ph.D. candidates must have a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0 in upper-division and graduate courses.
- Submit official transcripts.
- Non-native English speakers must take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS). TOEFL minimum scores are 79 or 550 for Internet or paper versions, respectively. IELTS minimum score is 6.5.
- Submit two letters of recommendation from persons familiar with the applicant’s academic potential.
- Submit a statement of research/specialization interest.
- Submit a résumé/curriculum vita.
Degree Requirements and Program of Study
Students will be able to enter the program directly following completion of a bachelor’s degree. These students will be required to take a minimum of 72 credit hours in order to graduate. Undergraduate courses, general education courses, and prerequisites for graduate courses cannot be counted toward this total. Full-time status for a graduate student is 9 credit hours per semester. UT San Antonio’s Graduate School allows up to 30 credit hours to be transferred from an accredited master’s program. Based on these requirements, students entering with a master’s degree will be required to complete a minimum of 42 credit hours. Students in the program will need to complete the following required coursework: 4 core courses (12 credit hours) and Research Seminar (4 credit hours). 56 credit hoursdistributed as: in-depth elective courses (a minimum of 9 credit hours) related to their specific research, Doctoral Research (a minimum of 18 credit hours), and Doctoral Dissertation (a minimum of 18 credit hours). Students can complete a one-semester internship in a non-academic R&D center for credit. Students are expected to take all core and required chemical engineering courses before the end of the fourth semester. The seminar course must be taken every semester for the first two years in the Ph.D. program. The elective courses will be taken as suggested by the student’s research advisor.
Transfer of Credit
Transfer of credit from other institutions is possible under the following regulations:
- Transfer of credit for core classes is granted only if the syllabi of the classes adhere to the standard of the syllabi used for the core classes in the current program and typically is allowed only from institutions that grant Ph.D. degrees in Chemical Engineering.
- A maximum of 30 semester credit hours is allowed to be transferred, excluding research and thesis hours, and must adhere to the Transfer of Credit policy under Doctoral Degree regulations in the UT San Antonio Graduate Catalog.
- No research hours can be transferred to the program.
The required curriculum for the Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering is as follows:
Course List | Code | Title | Credit Hours |
| Chemical Engineering Kinetics and Reactor Design | |
| Advanced Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics | |
| Transport Phenomena | |
| Mathematical Methods in Chemical Engineering | |
| Chemical Engineering Research Seminar (repeated) | |
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| Chemical Engineering Ethics and Leadership | |
| Heterogeneous Catalysis and Surface Science | |
| Electrochemical Engineering | |
| Biochemical Engineering | |
| Electronic and Local Atomic Structure using Synchrotron Methods | |
| Introduction to Polymer Science and Engineering | |
| Self-healing Polymers | |
| Fundamentals of Interfaces, Nanoparticles, and other Colloids | |
| Chemical Engineering Internship | |
| Independent Study in Chemical Engineering | |
| Independent Study in Chemical Engineering |
| Independent Study in Chemical Engineering |
| Topics in Chemical Engineering | |
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| BME Engineering Analysis | |
| Critical Thinking and Writing for BME | |
| Topics in Biomedical Engineering | |
| Medical Device Design | |
| Cellular Engineering | |
| Introduction to Python with Applications to Biomedical Industries | |
| Biomedical Terminologies for Entrepreneurs | |
| Biomedical Imaging | |
| Biophotonics | |
| Experimental Biomechanics | |
| Tissue Mechanics | |
| Topics in Biomechanics | |
| Biomaterials | |
| Tissue-Biomaterials Interactions | |
| Fundamentals to Polymer Science with Select Biomedical Applications | |
| Environmental Chemistry | |
| Advanced Treatment Processes for Water Quality Control | |
| Sustainable Energy Systems | |
| Special Topics in Environmental Engineering | |
| Global Change | |
| Global Change |
| Fate and Transport of Contaminants in the Environment | |
| Special Problems | |
| Environmental Microbiology | |
| Principles of Materials Engineering: Fundamentals of Structure, Chemistry, and Physical Properties | |
| Functions, Evaluations and Synthesis Technology of Advanced Materials | |
| Sensing and Sensor Materials | |
| Structure-Chemistry-Property Relations in Materials Science and Engineering | |
| Magnetic Materials and Electromagnetic Engineering | |
| Advanced Quality Control | |
| Alternative Energy Sources | |
| Advanced Strength of Materials | |
| Viscoelasticity | |
| Finite Element Methods | |
| Lean Manufacturing and Lean Enterprises | |
| Green and Sustainable Manufacturing and Enterprise Systems | |
| Computational Fluid Dynamics | |
| Composite Materials | |
| Elasticity | |
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| Total Credit Hours | 72 |
Advancement to Candidacy
All students seeking a doctoral degree must be admitted to candidacy after passing a doctoral qualifying examination. Students should consult Doctoral Degree Regulations in this catalog for the other pertinent requirements.
The following describes the Chemical Engineering Ph.D. program examination steps required for the advancement to the Ph.D. candidacy, the dissertation, and its final defense examination.
Oral Comprehensive Examination
Students must take their oral comprehensive examination within four long semesters of entering the program. The oral comprehensive examination is a dissertation proposal defense and will also serve as a qualifying exam. The dissertation proposal should describe the topic, the literature review, the proposed methodology, and experimental approach, as well as highlight the novelty and potential contribution of the topic to the scientific field. The student’s Dissertation Committee will consist of a chair from the faculty, approved to supervise Chemical Engineering dissertation work; two additional faculty from the department; one UT San Antonio faculty member from outside the department; and one external member. No more than two attempts to pass the comprehensive examination are permitted. The results of the comprehensive examination are reported to the GSC and the Dean of the Graduate School.
Upon successful completion of the comprehensive examination, students advance to the Ph.D. candidacy and are allowed to take Doctoral Dissertation credit hours.
Dissertation
Candidates must demonstrate their ability to conduct independent research by completing an original dissertation. The Dissertation Committee guides, critiques, and finally approves the candidate’s dissertation. The format of the dissertation must follow the doctoral degree regulations of the Graduate School as documented under the most recent Graduate Catalog.
Final Oral Dissertation Defense
The final oral defense consists of a public presentation of the dissertation work by the Doctoral candidate, followed by a question/answer period by his/her Dissertation Committee. The student must notify the Graduate School in writing two weeks prior to the final scheduled oral defense. Results of the oral defense are reported to the Dean of the Graduate School. Awarding of the degree is based on the approval of the candidate's Dissertation Committee and the recommendation of the Dean of the Graduate School, who certifies the completion of all University-wide requirements.
Graduate Certificate in Engineering Education
The Graduate Certificate in Engineering Education is a 9-semester-credit-hour program offered as a collaborative effort between the Klesse College of Engineering and Integrated Design and the College of Education and Human Development. The program will have an emphasis on engineering curriculum development, instruction, and assessment methods to support student learning outcomes. It covers history and attributes of different engineering fields. The proposed program also promotes the integration of mathematics and science in the context of engineering.
This program is targeted for both engineering students wishing to prepare as future engineering instructors in a college or university and for teachers in the field (or future teachers) interested in preparing to teach engineering at the middle and high school level in formal and informal educational settings. It provides a training platform for those educators who plan to teach engineering or pre-engineering subjects. This unique program also allows for the collaboration of students and faculty from both technical and educational fields as peers.
Program Objectives
The Graduate Certificate in Engineering Education will inspire engineering educators at all levels to succeed and excel in the following ways:
Objective 1: To advance the development of innovative approaches to engineering education.
Objective 2: To provide access and opportunity for engineering educators to improve their teaching skills and classroom management.
Objective 3: To promote a broad and diverse community of engineering educators that engages all members to share new ideas and best practices.
Admission Requirements
Applicants with a bachelor's degree in an engineering, sciences, or education discipline may apply to the certificate program.
A minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 for the last two years of work toward the bachelor’s degree is required.
To maintain enrollment in the certificate program, students must maintain a 3.0 GPA throughout their tenure in the program.
Certificate Program Requirements
To meet the curricular requirements for the Graduate Certificate in Engineering Education, students must complete 9 semester credit hours as indicated below. Courses may be taken in any order.
Course List | Code | Title | Credit Hours |
| EGR 6183 | Engineering Education Methods | 3 |
| EGR 6283 | Mentored Teaching in Engineering | 3 |
| EGR 6973 | Special Problems: Becoming an Engineering Educator | 3 |
| or CI 6973 | Special Problems |
| Total Credit Hours | 9 |
Graduate Certificate in Medical Device Commercialization
The Graduate Certificate in Medical Device Commercialization (MDC) is administered by the Department of Biomedical Engineering and Chemical Engineering in the Klesse College of Engineering and Integrated Design. This certificate is for students who are interested in gaining entry into the biomedical industry workforce. The MDC graduate certificate will be awarded to candidates who have satisfactorily completed all the requirements for the program and are in good academic standing.
The certificate is also offered in a 100 percent online format. Students pursuing the 100 percent online format must fulfill all degree requirements in the same manner as residential students.
The regulations for this certificate comply with the general University regulations (refer to Student Policies, General Academic Regulations, and the Graduate Catalog, Master’s Degree Regulations).
Admission Requirements
Undergraduate and graduate students who are currently enrolled in an engineering, science, or business discipline, or those who hold a bachelor's degree in one of these areas, may apply to the certificate program. The minimum requirements for admission to the Graduate Certificate in Medical Device Commercialization program are described below. Note that satisfying these requirements does not guarantee admission.
- All applicants (graduate and undergraduate students) must have a grade point average of 3.0 or better in the last 60 semester credit hours of coursework with a major in a recognized science, engineering, or business discipline. Students with deficiencies in the above courses will be required to satisfactorily complete selected courses as a condition of acceptance.
- Current undergraduate students must be in the final three semesters of their program and must have a grade point average of 3.0 or better in their discipline. Students may only register for 6 semester credit hours of the certificate courses, and these courses should not be counted toward their undergraduate degree. The final 6 semester credit hours required for the award of the certificate should be taken after completing their undergraduate program.
- Current undergraduate or graduate students must be in good academic standing, that is, having a grade point average of 3.0 or better.
- Applicants who have already completed their undergraduate degree, are currently not in a graduate program, and are not working in the medical device industry must have a grade point average of 3.0 or better in the last 60 semester credit hours of coursework with a major in a recognized science, engineering, or business discipline. Students with a borderline grade point average (between 2.9 and 3.0) will be required to satisfactorily complete selected courses as a condition of acceptance.
- Applicants who are currently employed in the medical device industry and do not meet the 3.0 grade point average needed for admission will have their work experience taken into account. A 0.5 grade point average credit will be applied to students for every full-time year of experience in the medical device industry. For example, if a candidate has a 2.0 grade point average with two years of industry experience, the grade point average will be considered to be 3.0 (given the two years of work experience) at the time of application.
- Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) scores are not required for admission consideration.
- A minimum of one letter of recommendation attesting to the applicant’s readiness for this certificate program is required.
- Students whose native language is not English must achieve a university-wide minimum score on either the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) iBT or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). The current university-wide minimum score for TOEFL iBT is 79, and IELTS is 6.5. Students are encouraged to review the Graduate Catalog for any changes in the university-wide minimum scores for TOEFL/IELTS. Note that TOEFL/IELTS scores older than two years are not valid or accepted. This test score is waived for international students from countries where English is the official language or for students who have earned an accredited bachelor’s degree or higher in the United States or in countries where English is the official language, as indicated in the Graduate Catalog.
A complete application includes the application form, official transcripts, letter(s) of recommendation, and English Proficiency test (TOEFL or IELTS) scores, if applicable.
Certificate Program Requirements
The Graduate Certificate in Medical Device Commercialization consists of at least 12 semester credit hours beyond the bachelor’s degree. Undergraduate courses, general education courses, and prerequisites for graduate courses cannot be counted toward this total. For transferring students, course credit allowed for transfer will be decided on a case-by-case basis by the program director and the admissions committee for this certificate program. If recommended by the program director and admissions committee, the request will then be submitted to the Dean of the Graduate School for approval. The required curriculum for all students is as follows:
Course List | Code | Title | Credit Hours |
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| Cellular Engineering | |
| Biomedical Device Development | |
| Medical Device Project Management | |
| Professional Science Master's Practicum 1 | |
| Biomedical Project | |
| Medical Technology Regulatory | |
| Biomedical Commercialization and Entrepreneurship | |
| Introduction to Python with Applications to Biomedical Industries | |
| Bioinstrumentations 2 | |
| Biomaterials for Drug Delivery/Pharmacology | |
| Total Credit Hours | 12 |
