The NEW Master's (M.Sc.A.) in Translational Biomedical Engineering (first cohort in Winter/Fall 2023) enables students to become medical technology industry professionals, leading the design, development, and commercialization of biomedical technologies.
- Intensive, 1-year, 45-credit professional training program
- Core courses taught by industry-leading experts
- Complementary courses are taught by world-class professors in BME
- 18-week experiential industry internship applies coursework in a real-world setting
The Master's in Translational BME builds on an existing 15-credit Graduate Certificate (Gr. Cert.) program
Who is the Master's program best suited for?
This program is designed for recent undergraduates with a Bachelor of Engineering, Science, Economics, or Management degree. Applicants must have proven quantitative and analytical skills, and a desire to launch a professional career in the medical technology industry.
Duration: 1-Year (45 credits); Fall/Winter (coursework) and Summer (internship)
Available Start Dates: Fall and Winter semesters
Format: Full-Time, On-Campus (coursework), Off-Campus (internship)
Pre-requisites:
| Undergraduate Degree | Required Course(s) |
|---|---|
| All students | PHGY 209 Mammalian Physiology 1  and PHGY 210 Mammalian Physiology 2 , or the equivalent of both courses |
| Engineering degree | One Life Science course (3 credits). More Details |
| Non-Engineering degree |
Four quantitative courses (12 credits), of which two courses must be in Math, AND, Four natural science courses (12 credits), of which one course must be in Life Science. More Details |
Level of Pre-Degree Work Experience: None required
Possible Career Outcomes: Biomedical Engineering, MedTech R&D, Clinical Trials, Quality Assurance & Regulatory Affairs (QA/RA), Patents & IP, Reimbursement, Entrepreneurship
Who is the Graduate Certificate program best suited for?
This program is designed for current industry professionals with a Bachelor of Engineering, Science, Economics, or Management degree. Applicants must have proven quantitative and analytical skills, and a desire to launch a professional career in the medical technology industry. The Graduate Certificate program, being a 15-credits program, is suitable for Canadian students and students with the Canadian Permanent Residency only.
Duration: 1-Year (15 credits); Fall/Winter (coursework)
Available Start Dates: Fall and Winter semesters
Format: Full-Time, On-Campus
Pre-requisites:
| Undergraduate Degree | Required Course(s) |
|---|---|
| All students | PHGY 209 Mammalian Physiology 1 and PHGY 210 Mammalian Physiology 2 , or the equivalent of both courses |
| Engineering degree | One Life Science course (3 credits). More Details |
| Non-Engineering degree |
Four quantitative courses (12 credits), of which two courses must be in Math, AND, Four natural science courses (12 credits), of which one course must be in Life Science. More Details |
Level of Pre-Degree Work Experience: While this program is designed for current industry professionals, no prior work experience is required
Possible Career Outcomes: Biomedical Engineering, MedTech R&D, Clinical Trials, Quality Assurance & Regulatory Affairs (QA/RA), Patents & IP, Reimbursement, Entrepreneurship
Cutting-edge medical technology
McGill's Department of Biomedical Engineering is internationally recognized for its excellence in research and education, while McGill University is ranked as the top university in Canada (QS World University Rankings 2023 ).
Students in these programs learn with experienced industry experts and world-renowned professors in biomedical engineering.
Essential industry knowledge
Students learn with industry experts to cover core topics in Translational BME:
- Clinical Trials
- Intellectual Property
- Quality Management & Regulatory Affairs
- Reimbursement
These programs integrate core translational courses with in-depth exposure to research areas in biomedical engineering.