B.S. in Biomedical Engineering

NA On Campus Bachelors Program

New Jersey Institute of Technology

Program Overview

The B.S. in Biomedical Engineering at New Jersey Institute of Technology combines engineering, biology and medicine to prepare students to solve healthcare challenges through technologies such as medical devices, biomaterials, biomechanics and biomedical imaging. It suits students interested in applying mathematics, science and engineering to healthcare, with opportunities to specialize in Medical Device and Imaging, Biomaterials or Biomechanics and pursue industry, research or pre-health pathways.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1: Students establish their engineering and scientific foundation through courses such as CHEM 125 General Chemistry I (3 credits), MATH 111 Calculus I (4 credits) and FED 101 Fundamentals of Engineering Design (2 credits), alongside physics and laboratory work. They are introduced to biomedical engineering through BME 101 Introduction to Biomedical Engineering, while developing academic writing and core mathematics and science skills.

Year 2: Students begin applying engineering principles directly to biological systems through BME 111 Introduction to Physiology (3 credits), BME 303 Biological and Chemical Foundations of Biomedical Engineering (3 credits) and BME 304 Material Fundamentals of Biomedical Engineering (3 credits). They then develop stronger analytical and engineering skills through BME 210 Processing Fundamentals for Biological Signals (3 credits), BME 301 Electrical Fundamentals of Biomedical Engineering (3 credits) and BME 302 Mechanical Fundamentals of Biomedical Engineering (3 credits).

Year 3: The curriculum becomes increasingly practical and specialized, with students studying BME 352 Thermal Science for Biomedical Engineering (3 credits), BME 385 Cell and Biomaterial Engineering Laboratory (3 credits) and BME 383 Measurement Lab for Physiological Systems and Tissue (3 credits). Depending on their chosen pathway, students can also take biomedical engineering electives while building expertise in biomaterials, physiological measurement and engineering applications.

Year 4: Students integrate their previous learning into advanced modelling, transport and design work through BME 382 Engineering Models of Physiological Systems (3 credits) and BME 427 Biotransport (3 credits). The program culminates in BME 495 Capstone Design I (2 credits) and BME 496 Capstone Design II (3 credits), giving students the opportunity to apply engineering methods to a substantial biomedical design and research project.

Focus Areas

Medical Device and Imaging, Biomaterials, Biomechanics, biomedical instrumentation, physiological systems, tissue engineering, biomedical signals, biofluid mechanics and rehabilitation engineering.

Learning Outcomes

Students develop the ability to apply mathematics, science and engineering principles to biomedical problems; design and conduct experiments; analyze and interpret data; design biomedical systems within practical and ethical constraints; work effectively on multidisciplinary teams; communicate technical solutions; and use modern engineering tools in professional practice.

Professional Alignment (Accreditation)

The B.S. in Biomedical Engineering at NJIT is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET under the General Criteria and Program Criteria for Bioengineering and Biomedical and Similarly Named Engineering Programs.

Reputation (Employability Rankings)

NJIT's official Biomedical Engineering page reports a #85 ranking in Best Engineering Schools and identifies employers of biomedical engineering graduates including Cognizant Technology Solutions, Maquet Getinge Group, Upstart Product Development, Stryker Orthopaedics and Edwards Lifesciences. NJIT's official 2024 outcomes report also records an average salary of $66,594 for B.S. Biomedical Engineering graduates who reported salary information.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

NJIT's Biomedical Engineering program places substantial emphasis on learning through laboratories, research and design. Students have access to teaching studios and specialized facilities including biomedical instrumentation, biomaterials, bio-optics, robotics, neuromuscular engineering, rehabilitation and neural engineering laboratories, while the curriculum itself includes laboratory-based biomedical courses and a two-semester senior research project.

Students can also participate in faculty research from as early as their first year, undertake research or industrial internships, join cooperative education, and work on multidisciplinary biomedical projects. NJIT's location provides access to nearby medical and research institutions, creating opportunities to connect classroom engineering with real biomedical applications.

Specific practical opportunities include:

Biomedical instrumentation laboratories: Students can gain experience in laboratories focused on biomedical instrumentation, neuromuscular engineering, motor control and rehabilitation, human performance and rehabilitation, and neural engineering.
Biomaterials and tissue engineering: NJIT has wet-lab facilities dedicated to tissue engineering and biomaterials, supporting research into materials and biological systems.
Bio-optics: Students can participate in work involving the department's bio-optics laboratory, connecting optical technologies with biomedical applications.
BioMEMS and microfabrication: The Microelectronics Fabrication Center supports Bio-MEMS research involving biosensors, microfluidics, MEMS, material and device characterization, and cell-based assays.
Motion capture and biomechanics: The Life Sciences Motion Capture Lab uses motion-capture technology to investigate human movement, neuromusculoskeletal disorders, sports performance, exoskeleton-assisted locomotion and rehabilitation.
Computational modelling: The BioDynamics Lab works on computational biomechanics, wearable robotics, exoskeletons, digital human modelling, computational multiphysics and finite-element methods.
Neural engineering: Students can encounter research involving neural prosthetics, neuromodulation, focused ultrasound, EEG and rehabilitation technologies through NJIT's neural engineering laboratories.
Biofabrication and 3D bioprinting: The Advanced Biofabrication Laboratory researches microfluidic organs-on-chips, bioprinting and medical devices for drug-loaded hydrogels.
Medical-device design: The Medical Device Concept Laboratory focuses on developing synthetic materials for biomedical applications and is operated through collaboration involving NJIT's Biomedical Engineering Department.
Senior capstone projects: Students complete a two-semester research/design project in their senior year. Previous projects have included a prosthetic protector, catheter UTI detector, arm motion tracker, 3D bioprinter and electrical stimulation device for engineered tissues.
Research participation: Undergraduates may join faculty research groups at any point during their four years, and NJIT notes that some undergraduate students have published scientific papers before graduation.
Co-op and internships: BME students can pursue paid cooperative education and internship opportunities during their studies; NJIT also offers a Saint Barnabas observership in which selected students shadow physicians in surgery for 6–8 weeks during summer.
Medical and research collaborations: NJIT collaborates with nearby institutions including Rutgers University, University Hospital, the Center for Molecular and Behavioral Neurosciences, the New Jersey Center for Biomaterials, the Public Health Research Institute and other medical centers.

Progression & Future Opportunities

NJIT's B.S. in Biomedical Engineering prepares graduates for careers across medical-device, pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries, as well as research, medicine, dentistry and other professional fields. Graduates develop a combination of engineering, laboratory, design and problem-solving skills that can support either direct entry into professional employment or progression to advanced study.

Typical job roles include Medical Device Engineer, Clinical Engineer, Biomedical Research Scientist and Rehabilitation Engineer.

Career development and progression opportunities include:

Career Development Services: NJIT provides career counseling, co-op and internship opportunities, resume preparation, interview workshops and an annual Career Fair where employers meet students.
Employment and salary: NJIT's official Class of 2024 outcomes report shows an average reported salary of $66,594 for B.S. Biomedical Engineering graduates, based on 7 salary respondents.
Employer connections: NJIT identifies Cognizant Technology Solutions, Maquet Getinge Group, Upstart Product Development, Stryker Orthopaedics and Edwards Lifesciences among top employers for Biomedical Engineering graduates.
Co-op industry partnerships: NJIT's Career Development Services lists Johnson & Johnson, Merck, Stryker, Optum/UnitedHealth Group, Panasonic and other organizations among its top co-op employer partners.
Medical and research ecosystem: The department collaborates with Rutgers University, University Hospital, the New Jersey Center for Biomaterials, the Public Health Research Institute and other nearby medical and research institutions, providing a strong environment for biomedical research and professional exposure.
Long-term accreditation value: ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission accreditation demonstrates that the B.S. program meets established engineering education criteria for biomedical and similarly named engineering programs.
Professional preparation: Program outcomes emphasize multidisciplinary teamwork, experimentation, engineering design, ethical responsibility, communication and the use of modern engineering tools, supporting preparation for professional engineering environments.
Research progression: NJIT encourages undergraduate research participation and offers a two-semester senior research project, giving students experience that can strengthen applications for graduate and research-oriented pathways.

Further Academic Progression: Graduates can continue into NJIT's M.S. in Biomedical Engineering, which is a 30-credit program focused on advanced biomedical research and applications. The B.S. also supports progression into medicine, dentistry, physical therapy, management, law and other professional or graduate programs, while NJIT provides an accelerated pre-health option for eligible students pursuing medical or dental school.