Design the future of biomedical instrumentation
In-person and online
Full time or part time
Two years (full time);
Three years (part time)
SMU Lyle’s M.S. in biomedical instrumentation program bridges the gap between engineering and medicine. It equips you with deep expertise in either electrical engineering or mechanical engineering to develop biomedical systems and applications.
Through rigorous coursework and hands-on projects, you’ll learn to design, analyze and test cutting-edge devices that advance patient care.
Envisioning a brighter future? Think grad school at SMU, where you join a lifelong family network and see immediate returns on your educational investment. Take your new big step at SMU.
Our graduates consistently secure positions at leading companies and organizations in private and public sectors. SMU biomedical instrumentation master’s students become leaders in biomedical device testing, design and analysis.
Best National Universities
U.S. News & World Report (2026)
Graduate student-to-faculty ratio
of Lyle Engineering graduate students are women
An SMU graduate student, Khengdauliu Chawang ’24 has developed a miniature pH sensor that can tell when food has spoiled in real time.
Key dates and admissions information to help plan your application with confidence.
All the essential admission requirements international students need to know.
Find answers to Lyle application questions.
All applications are holistically reviewed.
Explore the cost breakdown of tuition for graduate programs.
Find information on scholarships and financial support available at SMU.
ECE 7340
Explores physiology, communication with physicians and other researchers, and learning where possible new devices could be designed.
ME 7348/ECE 7348
Students learn the tools for nanoscale fabrication, characterization and manipulation as well as the production, isolation and purification of biomaterials and biomolecules.
ME 7350
Explores current therapeutic instruments, recognizing the common elements, reviewing current studies, and discussing the potential targets for new applications.
Grow as an engineer with collectives that promote leadership, innovation and entrepreneurship.
Get practical experience to develop industry skills, build a professional network and gain valuable insights. Internships can open doors to future opportunities and contribute to long-term career success.
Explore interests, develop leadership skills and connect with like-minded peers.
Apply your classroom knowledge to real-world issues while making a positive impact.
Participate in graduate research opportunities and tackle real-world challenges in biological systems and biomedical application.
Lyle students and faculty perform research that has global implications, taking advantage of state-of-the-art facilities and funding from government agencies, foundations and private companies.
This is a carousel with rotating cards. Use the previous and next buttons to navigate, and Enter to activate cards.
SMU Lyle students have access to state-of-the-art facilities where they can conduct research, meet with industry leaders, and gain skills on new and established technologies.
Combines research innovation and industry partnerships to explore how digital twins, AI, virtual reality and more will shape the future of manufacturing.
A co-venture of SMU Cox and SMU Lyle, the institute provides opportunities to create new products and processes for the marketplace and business plans to determine how to take these products to the world.
Request more info about the M.S. in biomedical instrumentation
Biomedical instrumentation combines engineering principles with science and medicine to design, create, analyze and test equipment, devices, computer systems and software.
Graduates of the biomedical instrumentation master’s program are highly trained due to the opportunity to engage in research leading to a master’s thesis or a project in conjunction with industry, differentiating them from the competition.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of biomedical engineers is projected to grow 5% over the next decade. Additionally, U.S. News & World Report ranks the occupation eighth in best engineering jobs.
SMU’s Master of Science in mechanical engineering can be completed within the typical two-year duration when attending full-time. Students can also take advantage of our flexible learning options, including weekend classes, to pursue their degree while working or adhering to other life demands. Part-time commitment and weekend format typically takes at least three years to complete the degree.
Electrical engineering biomedical research opportunities include:
Real-world projects leverage a partnership between SMU and Pegasus Park, a 23-acre hub for biotech innovation in Dallas. Additionally, students pursuing a Master of Science in biomedical instrumentation are able to do research at the Biomedical Instrumentation and Robotics Laboratory. These opportunities touch upon fundamentals in analytical dynamics, nonlinear control of mechanical systems, computer-aided design and virtual prototyping, applied mathematics, data acquisition, signal processing and high-performance actuators.
Potential roles include biomedical systems engineer, biomedical device designer, clinical engineer, research scientist, biomedical instrumentation specialist and product development engineer.
Many biomedical engineers work in medical device manufacturing, wearable technology, healthcare services and research, and biotechnology.
Graduates must choose two courses from the following technical electives:
.jfif?h=700&iar=0&w=700&hash=79ADB82B9B2A4882237A0424B9B6AB77)
