Program Overview for Master of Applied Science in Biomedical Engineering in Canada:
The School of Biomedical Engineering (SBME) at Dalhousie University was established in 1999 as a collaborative effort of the Faculty of Medicine and the Faculty of Engineering, and with significant assistance from the Faculty of Dentistry. With a degree in biomedical engineering, you'll enjoy excellent career prospects, research opportunities and training that spans medicine, basic science and engineering. At Dalhousie, you'll use cutting edge tools to address health problems that affect millions of people - while you're still in school.
As biomedical engineers, we take an engineering approach to health research problems. Faculty and students in the department research:
- synthesis of new tissues, drugs and biomedical materials
- development of novel biomedical devices
- mechanical and electrical properties of tissues
- operation of physiological systems in the body
- human motion and gait
- development of new medical imaging systems and techniques
As a graduate student, you'll work closely with engineers and clinicians on projects that address contemporary medical problems. You'll also have the opportunity to work in an environment that fosters medical device commercialization, which helps bring our technology to the patients who need it.
The eligibility for Master of Applied Science in Biomedical Engineering in Canada for both domestic and international student is:
- BEng or BASc from an accredited undergraduate engineering program with research experience**
- Four year BSc in the physical sciences (e.g. Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, etc.) with research experience**
- Four year BSc in the biological sciences (e.g. Physiology, Biophysics, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Immunology, etc.) with research experience**
- MD, DVM, DDS, or equivalent with research experience**
In cases (3) and (4) above, additional undergraduate coursework may be required prior to entry into the program. This will depend on the nature of the research thesis to be undertaken and the requirements will be developed in consultation with the school.
**Qualifications for research experience include a research thesis, senior research project, or equivalent work experience determined in consultation with the School of Biomedical Engineering.
A minimum mid-B average during the student’s undergraduate coursework (with a minimum average of A- over the last two years) will be required, plus demonstrated ability to communicate and write in English (consistent with the entry requirements of the Faculty of Graduate Studies, e.g. TOEFL>600).
GRE Aptitude and Advanced scores in one of the sciences are recommended for all applicants whose undergraduate work has been completed outside Canada.
Acceptance is conditional upon finding and confirming a supervisor.
You also need:
- Official academic transcripts. These are usually sent to us directly from the university. You can also include them with your application letter if they're sealed by the originating university.
- Two letters of recommendation from references
- An application letter: outlining your past research experience, research interests, and/or a research project of the type you wish to pursue. The names of two or more potential thesis supervisors (see Our Faculty for faculty research interests) should be included in your letter. It's helpful to contact potential supervisors via email prior to applying to discuss possible projects and funding availability.
Other Application Documents you need:
- Official Transcripts
- Letter of recommendation (2)
- Updated CV/Resume
- Statement of Purpose
N.B: Most universities have specific international admission requirements based on different education systems.
These are the test eligibilities for the Master of Applied Science in Biomedical Engineering to qualify.
The English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements for Master of Applied Science in Biomedical Engineering in Canada: are:
- TOEFL(ibt): 100
- IELTS(academic): 7.5
Other test requirements:
- GRE(computer): Recommended
The scholarships available for the Master of Applied Science in Biomedical Engineering are:
Not available
The international student tuition fees and costs for Master of Applied Science in Biomedical Engineering in Canada.
| Items | Costs | ||||||
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| Application Fees | CA$115.00 | ||||||
| Tuition Fees | Click Tuition fee | ||||||
| Living Cost | CA$10,800.00/year (CA$900.00/month) |
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| Student Earning | CA$16,064.00/year |
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| You will earn CA$16,064.00/year by working (20h/week * 4 weeks * 8 months * CAD 12.55/h) + (40h/week * 4 weeks * 4 months * CAD 12.55/h) at minimum wage of $12.55/hour. | |||||||
The domestic student tuition fees and costs for Master of Applied Science in Biomedical Engineering in Canada.
| Items | Costs | ||||||
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| Application Fees | CA$115.00 | ||||||
| Tuition Fees | Click Tuition fee | ||||||
| Living Cost | CA$10,800.00/year (CA$900.00/month) |
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| Student Earning | CA$16,064.00/year | ||||||
| This is just an estimate. You don't have any work hour limit. You will earn CA$16,064.00/year by working (20h/week * 4 weeks * 8 months * CAD 12.55/h) + (40h/week * 4 weeks * 4 months * CAD 12.55/h) at minimum wage of $12.55/hour. | |||||||
CONTACT INFORMATION:
902.494.3427
email: bme@dal.ca
All graduate students in the School of Biomedical Engineering receive funding to support their studies.
For the period 2020/21, average funding levels for MASc and PhD students were approximately $24,100 and $30,200 respectively.
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