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Biomedical Engineering (MASc)

Dalhousie University
Information last verified July 2026
Tuition CAD 19,573 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 10,108 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Degree MASc
Duration 24 months
Deadline Jun, 2027
Delivery On-campus
Location Halifax, Canada
Language English

Program Overview

The Biomedical Engineering (MASc) at Dalhousie University is a MASc programme in Engineering over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of engineering. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Biomedical Engineering (MASc) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Canada and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. Tuition: CAD 19,573 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 10,108 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
  5. Location: Halifax, Canada

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Biomedical Engineering (MASc) programme are prepared for diverse careers in engineering:

  1. Design Engineer
  2. R&D Engineer
  3. Project Engineer
  4. Systems Engineer
  5. Technical Consultant
  6. Engineering Manager

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering
  2. Biosignals and Physiological Modelling
  3. Human Dynamics and Rehabilitation Engineering

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

Candidates must satisfy the general requirements for admission to the Faculty of Graduate Studies. Students from overseas should note that the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is strongly recommended, and that a score of 600 in the paper-based TOEFL (or the equivalent score on a comparable test) is required from students whose first language is not English. Please note this department requires all applicants to have an A- average.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

CAD 19,573 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 10,108 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

Tuition fees: CAD 19,573 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 10,108 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact Dalhousie University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

About Dalhousie University

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Dalhousie University

Halifax, Canada

public research university in Nova Scotia, Canada

University Profile
  • Application Deadline Jun, 2027
  • Start Date Sep, 2026
  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months