University of Toronto
Engineering Graduate Studies
Institute of Biomedical Engineering (BME)
The Institute of Biomedical Engineering (BME) at the University of Toronto is a multidisciplinary research community where investigators from engineering, medicine and dentistry collaborate to find innovative solutions for the most pressing health-care challenges in the world.
Located in the heart of Canada’s largest health-care research network, we offer three graduate degrees to more than 350 students who receive training in biomedical and clinical engineering from more than 100 faculty members across numerous academic partners and hospitals.
We address some of the most critical challenges in health care. Our research and educational initiatives have lead to our involvement with more than 20 active startup companies and integration with three major biomedical engineering commercialization ventures.
Department at a glance
- BME is home to multidisciplinary and translational research across the U of T campus, as well as the Ted Rogers Centre for Heart Research, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute (KITE), Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital and other collaborating hospitals and institutions.
- BME is one of the oldest biomedical units established in North America.
- PhD candidates account for half of BME’s population of 350+ students.
- Hosts 40+ core and 60+ affiliated faculty members.
- Home to more than 1,100 alumni from all graduate programs, with careers in Google, Apple, Sanofi, Boston Scientific and various startups.
- BME’s MEng programs include internships. Students work at hospitals, health-care technology companies and partner organizations in Canada and around the world.
We offer the following graduate degrees in our department:
Research Areas:
- Clinical
- Cell and Tissue
- Mollecular Engineering
Master of Engineering
MEng
The MEng in Biomedical Engineering program focuses on the design and commercialization of biomedical devices. Students have the opportunity to take on applied design challenges and meet the growing demands of this industry through coursework and a four-month internship.
Areas of Emphasis: Engineering and Globalization; Entrepreneurship, Leadership Innovation and Technology in Engineering (ELITE); and Forensic Engineering.
Admission Requirements: A four-year undergraduate degree in engineering or equivalent from an accredited institution, as well as good standing in the final two years of study. MEng applicants are encouraged to have a minor in biomedical engineering or equivalent.
Length of Study: One year of full-time study
Domestic Tuition (2025–2026, full-time): $15,618
International Tuition (2025–2026, full-time): $73,760
Deadline: May 31 (domestic), April 15 (international).
Students are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as BME operates on a rolling admissions basis.
Master of Applied Science
MASc
The MASc in Biomedical Engineering is a research-focused program that immerses students in the application of biomedical sciences and engineering principles to advance solutions for challenges in human health. As an MASc student, you will be eligible to receive a minimum of $20,050 plus tuition and fees per year for up to two years of study. Candidates in this program may transfer to a PhD during their first year of study.
Admission Requirements: A four-year undergraduate degree in engineering, medicine, dentistry, physical or biological sciences from an accredited institution with a good standing in the final two years of study. Securing a faculty supervisor is also required.
Length of Study: Two years of full-time study
Domestic Tuition (2025–2026, full-time): $8,448
Dommetic Stipend: $25,000/year
International Tuition (2025–2026, full-time): $34,900
International Stipend: $43,000/year
Deadline: BME offers multiple admission rounds for Fall entry.
Doctor of Philosophy
PhD
The PhD in Biomedical Engineering is a research-intensive program that immerses students in the application of biomedical sciences and engineering principles to advance solutions for challenges in human health. Students can be directly admitted into the PhD program. As a PhD student, you will be eligible to receive a minimum of $31,000 plus tuition and fees (i.e., $40,000 total funding) per year for up to four years of study.
Admission Requirements: A four-year undergraduate degree in engineering, medicine, dentistry, physical or biological sciences from an accredited institution, as well as good standing in the final two years of study. Securing a faculty supervisor is also required.
Length of Study: Five years of full-time study
Domestic Tuition (2025–2026, full-time): $8,448
Domestic Stipend: $26,500/year
International Tuition (2024–2025, full-time): $9,240
International Stipend: $27,000/year
Deadline: BME offers multiple admission rounds for Fall entry.
English Proficiency Requirements: There is a minimum English proficiency requirement for all applicants educated outside Canada whose primary language is not English. It is a requirement of admission and should be met before applying for admission. Please review the School of Graduate Studies English-language proficiency testing requirements to determine whether you are required to take a test and for a list of accepted tests and their minimum required scores.
All tuition amounts include incidental fees.
For further information, contact:
Graduate Office
MASc & PhD:
Tel: 416-978-4841
Email: contact.bme@utoronto.ca
MEng
Tel: 416-978-7209
Email: contact.bme@utoronto.ca
Web: bme.utoronto.ca
Office: 170 College Street, Room 322, Toronto, Ontario, M5S 3E3 Canada
