Program Overview
The Medical Device and Diagnostic Engineering at University of Southern California is a MSc programme in Engineering over 18 months, delivered Hybrid. 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 Medical Device and Diagnostic Engineering programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 18 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Hybrid
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 1,845 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students
- Location: Los Angeles, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Medical Device and Diagnostic Engineering programme are prepared for diverse careers in engineering:
- Design Engineer
- R&D Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Systems Engineer
- Technical Consultant
- Engineering Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Advanced Topics in Biomedical Systems
- Advanced Studies of the Nervous System
- Signal and Systems Analysis
- Biomedical Measurement and Instrumentation
- Introduction to Medical Product Regulation
- Development and Regulation of Medical Products
- Regulation of Medical Devices and Diagnostics
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
An undergraduate degree in engineering, math or hard science from a regionally-accredited university.Satisfactory cumulative undergraduate GPA (grade point average)Satisfactory GRE test scores. All scores must be officially reported to the university directly by ETS.Satisfactory performance in previous coursework:
- Two years of college math including differential equations.
- One year of engineering physics or electronics with lab.
- One course in circuit theory.
- One course in computer science or experience with a high level programming language.
- One year each in biology and chemistry with labs.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,845 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students
Tuition fees: USD 1,845 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Southern California 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 University of Southern California
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, United States
University of Southern California is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-09-17
- Start Date 2018-01-08
- Language English
- Duration 18 months