{"id":26,"date":"2025-03-18T14:09:43","date_gmt":"2025-03-18T18:09:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tickle.utk.edu\/bme\/?page_id=26"},"modified":"2026-07-24T11:45:36","modified_gmt":"2026-07-24T15:45:36","slug":"academics","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/tickle.utk.edu\/bme\/academics\/","title":{"rendered":"Academics"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-full\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small)\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2250\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/tickle.utk.edu\/bme\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/07\/fluid-dynamics-testing.jpg\" alt=\"Bryan Good works with graduate student in Dougherty Engineering Lab\" class=\"wp-image-416\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tickle.utk.edu\/bme\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/07\/fluid-dynamics-testing.jpg 2250w, https:\/\/tickle.utk.edu\/bme\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/07\/fluid-dynamics-testing-300x160.jpg 300w, https:\/\/tickle.utk.edu\/bme\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/07\/fluid-dynamics-testing-1024x546.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/tickle.utk.edu\/bme\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/07\/fluid-dynamics-testing-768x410.jpg 768w, https:\/\/tickle.utk.edu\/bme\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/07\/fluid-dynamics-testing-1536x819.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/tickle.utk.edu\/bme\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/07\/fluid-dynamics-testing-2048x1092.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2250px) 100vw, 2250px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center utkwds-superhead has-condensed-font-family has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--xx-small);font-style:italic;font-weight:400;line-height:1;text-transform:uppercase\">Academic programs<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" style=\"margin-top:0;padding-top:0;padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--x-small);line-height:1;text-transform:uppercase\">Biomedical Engineering<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-595b9278 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--x-small);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--x-small)\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-orange-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-orange-background-color has-background\" \/>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">At the intersection of engineering, medicine, and innovation, our department empowers students to solve real-world health challenges. Whether you&#8217;re designing life-saving devices or exploring cutting-edge research, you&#8217;ll find the tools, mentorship, and opportunities to make a lasting impact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center is-style-utkwds-cta-link wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tickle.utk.edu\/request-info\/\">Request more information<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"background-image:url(&apos;https:\/\/tickle.utk.edu\/bme\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/07\/orange-backer.png&apos;);background-position:50% 50%;background-repeat:repeat;background-size:contain;background-attachment:scroll;\" class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained has-background\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide has-border-color has-white-border-color has-light-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-b89de4e8 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-width:10px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-light-background-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-dd0077c7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"border-style:none;border-width:0px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--xx-small);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--xx-small);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:30%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left utkwds-superhead has-condensed-font-family has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--xx-small);font-style:italic;font-weight:400;line-height:1;text-transform:uppercase\">Explore Our<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\" style=\"margin-top:0;padding-top:0;padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--xx-small);line-height:1;text-transform:uppercase\">Programs<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column utkwds-billboard-divider has-orange-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:2px\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:69%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left wp-block-paragraph\">The Department of Biomedical Engineering offers both graduate and undergraduate degrees to our students as well as an accelerate five-year BS\/MS and a minor. In addition to the department&#8217;s program, there are several other academic options available to our students through the college and its departments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-utk-wds-accordion\"><div data-accordion=\"true\" class=\"utk-wds-accordion-wrapper\" data-color-scheme=\"light\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-utk-wds-accordion-panel\"><h2 class=\"utk-wds-accordion__heading\" data-accordion-heading=\"true\"><div>Undergraduate Programs<\/div><\/h2><section data-accordion-section=\"true\"><div class=\"utk-wds-accordion__panel-body\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-002ffff5 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our undergraduate program in biomedical engineering blends engineering fundamentals with life sciences to prepare students for careers in healthcare, medical technology, and research. Students gain hands-on experience through labs, design projects, and research opportunities while exploring areas like medical devices, biomechanics, and bioinstrumentation. The curriculum also offers flexibility for students interested in pre-med, graduate study, or industry careers.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list utkwds-cta-link-group is-style-no-disc\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/tickle.utk.edu\/bme\/academics\/undergrad\/\">Check out our undergrad program<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-utk-wds-accordion-panel\"><h2 class=\"utk-wds-accordion__heading\" data-accordion-heading=\"true\"><div>Graduate Degrees<\/div><\/h2><section data-accordion-section=\"true\"><div class=\"utk-wds-accordion__panel-body\">\n<p class=\"is-style-utkwds-single-link wp-block-paragraph\">The graduate program in biomedical engineering offers both MS and PhD options designed for students seeking advanced knowledge and research experience in areas such as biomaterials, medical imaging, neural engineering, and drug delivery. With access to state-of-the-art labs and interdisciplinary collaboration across campus and with external partners, students are equipped to become leaders in biomedical innovation and discovery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list utkwds-cta-link-group is-style-no-disc\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/tickle.utk.edu\/bme\/academics\/graduate\/\">Learn more about our graduate program<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-utk-wds-accordion-panel\"><h2 class=\"utk-wds-accordion__heading\" data-accordion-heading=\"true\"><div>Specialty Programs<\/div><\/h2><section data-accordion-section=\"true\"><div class=\"utk-wds-accordion__panel-body\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The college offers a number of specialty programs to ensure the success of our students. Whether you\u2019re looking to explore interdisciplinary research, stay on top of cutting-edge technology trends, or challenge yourself through our honors program, we have a space for you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list utkwds-cta-link-group is-style-no-disc\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/tickle.utk.edu\/academics\/specialty-programs\/\">Check out our specialty program<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-white-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-e00b93b1 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center utkwds-superhead has-condensed-font-family has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--xx-small);font-style:italic;font-weight:400;line-height:1;text-transform:uppercase\">Review Our<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" style=\"margin-top:0;padding-top:0;padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--x-small);line-height:1;text-transform:uppercase\">Academic Resources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-595b9278 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--x-small);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--x-small)\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-orange-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-orange-background-color has-background\" \/>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"alignwide wp-block-paragraph\">The college offers a number of specialty programs to ensure the success of our students. Whether you\u2019re looking to explore interdisciplinary research, stay on top of cutting-edge technology trends, or challenge yourself through our honors program, we have a space for you. Use the links below to learn more about what programs are available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-utk-wds-accordion\"><div data-accordion=\"true\" class=\"utk-wds-accordion-wrapper\" data-color-scheme=\"light\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-utk-wds-accordion-panel\"><h3 class=\"utk-wds-accordion__heading\" data-accordion-heading=\"true\"><div>Student Organizations<\/div><\/h3><section data-accordion-section=\"true\"><div class=\"utk-wds-accordion__panel-body\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Student organizations typically provide professional development and networking opportunities, guest speaker sessions, and access to regional and national conferences to connect with peers for a more robust student experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-utkwds-single-link wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tickle.utk.edu\/bme\/academics\/student-orgs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Take a look at our student orgs.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-utk-wds-accordion-panel\"><h3 class=\"utk-wds-accordion__heading\" data-accordion-heading=\"true\"><div>Advising<\/div><\/h3><section data-accordion-section=\"true\"><div class=\"utk-wds-accordion__panel-body\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Engineering Advising Office provides excellent academic program planning services to undergraduate students for a successful Volunteer Experience. Our professional advisors are here to help you navigate your academic career from your first year to graduation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-utkwds-single-link wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tickle.utk.edu\/bme\/academics\/advising\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Get to know your advisors.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-utk-wds-accordion-panel\"><h3 class=\"utk-wds-accordion__heading\" data-accordion-heading=\"true\"><div>Career Services<\/div><\/h3><section data-accordion-section=\"true\"><div class=\"utk-wds-accordion__panel-body\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Through a number of internship and co-op opportunities with industry partners, students have the chance to build their portfolios and prepare for the world of biomedical engineering beyond graduation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-utkwds-single-link wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tickle.utk.edu\/academics\/undergraduate-programs\/career-prep\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Discover career opportunities.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-utk-wds-accordion-panel\"><h3 class=\"utk-wds-accordion__heading\" data-accordion-heading=\"true\"><div>Research<\/div><\/h3><section data-accordion-section=\"true\"><div class=\"utk-wds-accordion__panel-body\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Undergraduate and graduate students have the opportunity to work alongside word-class faculty to unlock the solutions of tomorrow\u2019s complex challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-utkwds-single-link wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tickle.utk.edu\/bme\/research\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Explore student research.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-utk-wds-accordion-panel\"><h3 class=\"utk-wds-accordion__heading\" data-accordion-heading=\"true\"><div>Student Success<\/div><\/h3><section data-accordion-section=\"true\"><div class=\"utk-wds-accordion__panel-body\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The college\u2019s Office of Student Success helps each student achieve their goals by providing personal, professional, and academic support to all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-utkwds-single-link wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tickle.utk.edu\/student-experience\/student-success\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Learn about student success opportunities.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-utk-wds-accordion-panel\"><h3 class=\"utk-wds-accordion__heading\" data-accordion-heading=\"true\"><div>Cook Grand Challenge Honors Program<\/div><\/h3><section data-accordion-section=\"true\"><div class=\"utk-wds-accordion__panel-body\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Cook Grand Challenge Honors Program offers academically qualified students the chance to experience a broader, more rigorous academic path with opportunities in research, entrepreneurship, global studies, and community engagement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-utkwds-single-link wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/honors.tickle.utk.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Learn more about engineering honors.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull utkwds-gallery is-style-orange-texture has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull is-light twoUp-gallery-lgsm\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-0 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group twoUp-gallery is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-002ffff5 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column 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\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-bottom is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:60%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright size-full has-custom-border twoUp-gallery-img-lg clipCorner-tl\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/tickle.utk.edu\/bme\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/07\/students-zec-outdoor.jpg\" alt=\"Two students work on a table in front of the ZEC\" class=\"has-border-color has-white-border-color wp-image-418\" style=\"border-width:2px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tickle.utk.edu\/bme\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/07\/students-zec-outdoor.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/tickle.utk.edu\/bme\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/07\/students-zec-outdoor-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/tickle.utk.edu\/bme\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/07\/students-zec-outdoor-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull utkwds-text-media-bg-texture has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-2bc7b0cec0f918863bf9c423f29d9757\" style=\"border-top-color:var(--wp--preset--color--white);border-top-width:10px;margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--x-large);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--x-large);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--x-large);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--x-large)\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-131\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/tickle.utk.edu\/bme\/wp-content\/themes\/utkwds\/assets\/images\/bkg-cot-imagedark.jpg\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" \/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-smokey-background-color has-background-dim-0 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-cover-is-layout-83351d3d wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-65f56a5c wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a47ca613cd1310f514241f8161b7712a\">Experiential Education<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column utkwds-billboard-divider has-orange-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:2px\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-container-core-column-is-layout-8ff61abe wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Co-ops and internships are an essential experience for advancing your academics and accelerating your job search, starting as early as 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More than 200 employers actively recruit our students for internships and co-op positions each academic year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-utkwds-cta-link wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tickle.utk.edu\/academics\/undergraduate-programs\/career-prep\/\">Explore career opportunities<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Academic programs Biomedical Engineering At the intersection of engineering, medicine, and innovation, our department empowers students to solve real-world health challenges. Whether you&#8217;re designing life-saving devices or exploring cutting-edge research, you&#8217;ll find the tools, mentorship, and opportunities to make a lasting impact. 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