Medical Engineering
California Institute of Technology - CaltechProgram Overview
The Medical Engineering at California Institute of Technology - Caltech is a MSc 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 Medical 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: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 43,710 (Tuition (Year)) — National students; USD 43,710 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students
- Location: Pasadena, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Medical 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
- Undergraduate Research in Medical Engineering
- Medical Engineering Seminar
- Introduction to Clinical Physiology and Pathophysiology for Engineers
- Special Topics in Medical Engineering
- Principles and Design of Medical Devices
- New Frontiers in Medical Technologies
- Biological Flows: Transport and Circulatory Systems
- Research in Medical Engineering
- Design for Freedom from Disability
- Introduction to Biomechanics
- Design, Invention, and Fundamentals of Microfluidic Systems
- Analog Circuits Design
- Micro-/Nano-scales Electro-optics
- Mechanical Behavior of Materials
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Applicants must have completed a bachelor\'s degree or the equivalent before beginning graduate study.
To successfully complete the online application process, you must:
- Create a free account with CollegeNET to submit the application form online.
- Include payment of the application fee or submit a fee waiver request.
- Upload a Statement of Purpose.
- Request GRE, TOEFL, and/or IELTS test scores to be sent directly to the California Institute of Technology.
- Upload an official electronic copy of your transcripts or online grade reports issued by your college or university. Updated grade reports for terms in progress are not required. Students who have been admitted and plan to attend Caltech will be required to submit an official copy of all transcripts from the Registrars Office prior to enrollment.
- Register three individuals from whom you will request letters of recommendation.
- Upload a CV or Resume.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 43,710 (Tuition (Year)) — National students; USD 43,710 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students
Tuition fees: USD 43,710 (Tuition (Year)) — National students; USD 43,710 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact California Institute of Technology - Caltech 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 California Institute of Technology - Caltech
California Institute of Technology - Caltech
United States
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University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months
