Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering (BME)

The Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Biomedical Engineering (BME) at UTSA is an interdisciplinary program that combines engineering principles, approaches, and methodologies with biological, chemical, and physical sciences to define and solve problems in medicine. Students gain the skills to apply engineering and science fundamentals toward understanding living systems, diagnosing diseases, and designing treatments and technologies that improve human health.

Students develop a strong background in engineering, technology, and the physical and biological sciences, learning analysis, design, and synthesis tools needed for success in biomedical and healthcare technology fields. The Biomedical Engineering and Chemical Engineering Department is recognized for its outstanding undergraduate program, with graduates pursuing industry positions, graduate studies, or professional training in medicine and dentistry.

Focus Areas

  • Biomechanics
  • Biomaterials, Cellular and Tissue Engineering
  • Imaging and Nanotechnology

Program Educational Objectives

  • Contribute positively to biomedical industries and other sectors such as hospitals, government agencies, and academia.
  • Enhance competence in biomedical engineering through advanced or professional degrees.
  • Work successfully as a member of a team to facilitate biomedical engineering practice.

Total Credit Hours: 125 (minimum), including at least 39 upper-division hours.

Recommended Program of Study (2022–2024 Undergraduate Catalog)

Year Semester I (Fall) Semester II (Spring)
Year 1
  • AIS 1203 Academic Inquiry and Scholarship (Core)
  • BIO 1404 Biosciences I (Core)
  • CHE 1103 General Chemistry I
  • MAT 1214 Calculus I (Core & Major)
  • WRC 1013 Freshman Composition I (Core)
  • BME 1002 Introduction to Biomedical Engineering
  • CHE 1113 General Chemistry II
  • MAT 1224 Calculus II
  • PHY 1943 Physics for Scientists and Engineers I (Core & Major)
  • PHY 1951 Physics for Scientists and Engineers I Lab
  • WRC 1023 Freshman Composition II (Core)
Year 2
  • BME 2103 Physiology for Biomedical Engineering
  • EGR 2323 Applied Engineering Analysis I
  • STA 1403 or 2303 Probability and Statistics (Biosciences/Engineering)
  • PHY 1963 Physics for Scientists and Engineers II
  • PHY 1971 Physics for Scientists and Engineers II Lab
  • BME 2203 Biomechanics I
  • BME 3003 Biomaterials I
  • BME 3113 Cellular Biology for Biomedical Engineering
  • BME 3121 Cellular Biology Lab
  • BME 3211 Biomedical Engineering Lab I
  • Technical Elective
Summer II
  • BME 3013 Clinical Internship in Biomedical Engineering
Year 3
  • BME 3303 Bioinstrumentation
  • BME 3311 Biomedical Engineering Lab II
  • BME 3373 Modeling and Simulation using MATLAB
  • Technical Elective
  • Government/Political Science Core
  • BME 3023 Biomedical Engineering Technology and Product Development
  • BME 3703 Biotransport Phenomena
  • BME 3711 Biomedical Engineering Lab III
  • Upper-Division BME Elective
  • Government/Political Science Core
Summer III
  • BME 3033 Biomedical Engineering Internship (BME Elective)
Year 4
  • BME 4903 Senior BME Design I
  • Upper-Division BME Elective
  • Upper-Division BME Elective
  • American History Core
  • Creative Arts Core
  • BME 4913 Senior BME Design II
  • American History Core
  • Language, Philosophy, and Culture Core
  • Component Area Option Core
  • Social and Behavioral Sciences Core

Total Degree Hours: 125

Admissions Requirements

  • Submit the Letter of Intent including two references.
  • Provide a copy of your transcript.
  • Include a statement outlining your interests, career goals, and how the BME program supports your aspirations.

Note: Admission is competitive; meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance.

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