6 Part time Master Programs in Bioengineering in North America for 2024

The bioengineering graduate program, centered in the department of bioengineering, is preparing future bioengineering leaders in academia, industry and government. The program is one of the most innovative graduate programs in The Grainger College of Engineering at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, which is world-renowned for its teaching and research excellence.

Students in our Master of Engineering program will learn to integrate principles of engineering and biological systems to develop new technologies and devices that improve human health, fight disease, and aid persons with disabilities. Students have the option to complete the program online or on campus.

Graduate students enrolled in the Chemical and Biological Engineering master’s programs have the option of a master of science degree with or without a thesis. Those students enrolled in the M.S. program have the option to complete thesis research work in addition to the yearlong coursework required for a master's degree without a thesis.

The Master of Science in biosystems engineering merges engineering and agricultural science to improve quality of life while maintaining the environment and preserving natural resources. The focus of biosystems engineering is to enhance the production and profitability of agricultural and biological products.

The Bioengineering master's program provides a broad engineering and biotechnology curriculum while offering a focus on a specific engineering track that best fits students' interests and career choices. This combination gives our bioengineering graduates professional flexibility, a distinct competitive advantage in the ever-changing field of bioengineering.

Earn a Master of Science in Bioengineering and pursue interdisciplinary research into specialized biomedical research areas. Develop the expertise that will advance your career, help you transition into the field or prepare you for doctoral study.