Program Requirements
Expected Background Knowledge
While it is not required to complete an MS degree before beginning the PhD, every applicant is expected to have significant knowledge of the following topics:
- Algebra, linear algebra, trigonometry
- Ordinary differential equations
- Signal analysis
- Probability theory and statistics
- Programming
- Electrical engineering and physics
- Chemistry (inorganic, organic, biochemistry)
- Material science
- Rate processes and mathematics
- Cellular biology
Well qualified students may be admitted to the graduate program missing some background knowledge; however, they will be responsible for learning these topics prior to program entrance.
General Requirements for the PhD Degree
Refer to the Graduate School web site at http://grad.washington.edu/stsv/quickref.htm .
Specific Course Requirements for the PhD
All courses must be taken for a numerical grade.
- BIOEN 501: Molecular Bioengineering (4 credits)
- BIOEN 502: Cellular Bioengineering (4 credits)
- BIOEN 503: Systems Bioengineering (4 credits)
- BIOEN 510: Introduction to Bioengineering (1 credit)
- 4 credits of Biostatistics (BIOST 511 or BIOEN 599 - Bioengineering Statistics)
- 16 credits of research-related electives selected in consultation with faculty advisor. At least one course must be at the graduate level.