HENRY E. RIGGS SCHOOL OF APPLIED LIFE SCIENCES
Master of Science in Medical Device Engineering
MSMDE
Program Details
Start Term
Fall
Deadline
rolling admissions
thereafter
Program Details
Start Term
Fall
Deadline
rolling admissions
thereafter
Research and Development
Approach design problems by understanding the clinical setting and user needs.
Manufacturing and Quality
Learn and apply industry practices to develop and manufacture viable medical devices.
Industry Experience
Work in teams with industry sponsors to solve problems.
The MSMDE program was created in response to the needs of the medical device industry. It prepares students for engineering roles in specialties such as in-vitro diagnostics, surgical instruments, assistive technology and biosensors. Graduates of the program have careers in functional areas including research and development, process development, manufacturing, and quality control.
Students learn how to design devices that diagnose and treat medical needs, develop the next-generation of transformative devices, and plan and manage production to improve worldwide healthcare. Our graduates are passionate about medical devices and diagnostics and apply their engineering backgrounds to solve real healthcare problems.
About the Program
The Master of Science in Medical Device Engineering program is a two semester accelerated masters designed to prepare students for careers in medical devices based on the needs articulated by industry key-opinion leaders.
Breadth
Courses in Medical Diagnostics and Medical Devices expose students to the breadth of technology in the industry.
Depth
Courses in Product Development and Production Methods cover the path of a product from idea to commercialized device.
Practice
The Industry sponsored Team Masters Project provides students specific and authentic experience working with high level industry professionals in a consulting format.
Specialty
Elective courses allow for students to choose more knowledge in their area of interest such as in-vitro diagnostics, product ideation, business and innovation, and regulatory affairs.
MedTech is a vast and steadily growing industry with a need for qualified engineers. In addition to the specialized technical knowledge, the MSMDE program helps develop the most employer requested personal skills including:
- Communication
- Teamwork/collaboration
- Problem solving
- Organizational skills
- Creativity
Career Options
100% of the program’s graduates are currently placed as an engineer, scientist, or medical student. Students receive personal coaching and mentoring to select courses, prepare for interviews, and identify fulfilling career directions.
What Can You Do With An MSMDE Degree?
Your Master of Science in Medical Device Engineering degree offers the competencies and strategic-thinking skills needed to pursue roles in several areas of research, development, manufacturing, and many more areas. Explore the careers and salary information that many of our graduates continue into after obtaining their KGI MSMDE degree.
Program Overview
The curriculum covers the essential areas of expertise to apply engineering skills into the specialized field of medical devices. It is a two-semester program with small-section, in-person classes; 30 credits are required to complete the program. The curriculum covers the essential areas of expertise to apply engineering skills into the specialized field of medical devices, and provides authentic experiences with the industry.
Fall
- Medical Diagnostics
- Product Development
- Industry Sponsored Team Masters Project
- Specialty Electives
Spring
- Medical Devices
- Production Methods
- Industry Sponsored Team Masters Project
- Specialty Electives
Elective options allow for broadening knowledge including data analysis, business of bioscience, and regulatory affairs.
Inside Look at MSMDE Program
Explore our Medical and Assistive Device Lab through your screen with 360 degree views.
Program Faculty and Staff
How to Apply
- Completed online application
- Personal statement
- Resume
- Letter of recommendation
- Transcripts
- English language proficiency (TOEFL, PTE, IELTS, iTEP)
- $75 non-refundable application fee
- Admission interview
Admitted students are required to submit a $400 non-refundable enrollment fee to hold their spot in the program.