{"id":329,"date":"2025-07-11T15:52:32","date_gmt":"2025-07-11T19:52:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tickle.utk.edu\/bme\/?page_id=329"},"modified":"2026-06-03T14:49:11","modified_gmt":"2026-06-03T18:49:11","slug":"phd-in-biomedical-engineering","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/tickle.utk.edu\/bme\/academics\/graduate\/phd-in-biomedical-engineering\/","title":{"rendered":"PhD in Biomedical Engineering"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Graduate programs<\/p>\n\n\n\n

PhD in Biomedical Engineering<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
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The PhD program in biomedical engineering at UT is designed to develop the next generation of experts, leaders, and researchers equipped to push the boundaries of biomedical science and technology. Graduates emerge ready to lead in academia, industry, and clinical innovation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Program Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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PhD students complete advanced coursework, pass comprehensive examinations, and carry out independent research, culminating in a dissertation. Engagement includes seminars, proposal defenses, and dissertation defense before an advisory committee. Students can specialize in fields like biomechanics, robotics, theranostics, materials, or, via CIRE, Energy Science and Engineering.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Why Study at UT?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Our PhD program offers unmatched depth in research and innovation. You’ll work alongside distinguished faculty and leverage cutting-edge labs plus collaborations with UT Medical Center and ORNL. Graduates are positioned for leadership in academia, research institutions, healthcare industries, and beyond.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Nationally Recognized<\/div><\/h2>
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Our biomedical engineering graduate program is ranked as the 49th<\/sup> best public graduate program in the nation, according to U.S. News and World Report<\/em>. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Facilities and Partnerships<\/div><\/h2>
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Our department collaborates with the UT Medical Center, Graduate School of Medicine, College of Veterinary Science, ORNL, and other engineering departments for a more robust academic experience. In addition, students have access to top-quality studios for design, manufacturing, and testing biomedical devices.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Our Curriculum<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The PhD program requires a minimum of 72 credit hours beyond the bachelor\u2019s degree. These must include a minimum of 24 hours in Doctoral Research and Dissertation (BME 600). Specific requirements for required course work are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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