Master Year 2 Biomedical Engineering: Biomechanics & Biophysics (BME)
| Year | Master Year 2 |
| Program | Biomedical Engineering: Biomechanics & Biophysics (BME) |
| ECTS Credits | 60 |
| Language | English |
| Orientation | Research or Industrial R&D |
| Location | Palaiseau Campus Clinicians track : Palaiseau Campus, Université de Paris (UFR de médecine) |
| Course duration | 12 months, full time |
| Course start | September Clinicians track: November |
| Degree awarded | Master’s degree |
Note: applications for the Clinicians track is open until October
WHY ENROLL IN THIS PROGRAM?
Asset n° 1
Benefit from a research-focused academic program with close links to the Institut Polytechnique de Paris cutting-edge research laboratories
Asset n°2
Prepare for a stimulating career in research or industrial R&D in the exciting field of biomechanics and biomedical engineering
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Prepare for highly interdisciplinary PhD studies in biomechanics and biomedical engineering at the intersection of mechanics, physics, and life/health sciences
The Biomedical Engineering: Biomechanics & Biophysics (BME) Year 2 Master program provides students with state-of-the-art training in the exciting field of biomechanics and biomedical engineering - the application of physical science and engineering concepts and technologies for the life sciences and for understanding, diagnosing, and treating disease. Applicants are expected to have strong backgrounds in engineering, physics, or applied mathematics and a desire to contribute to the upcoming revolutionary changes in the life sciences and medicine. No background in biology is necessary.
The BME M2 provides students with a highly interdisciplinary curriculum focused on five specific tracks:
- Biophysics and Biomechanics
- Imaging and Image-Based Modeling
- Sensors and Devices
- Biomaterials
- Biomedical Data Science and Applications
- Mechanical Engineering for clinicians (MECENCLI)
This track is a joint program between Institut Polytechnique de Paris and the Université de Paris and is intended for clinicians (i.e. medical doctors).
Graduates of our program will be future leading engineers, researchers, clinicians and entrepreneurs who will develop innovative solutions to tomorrow’s life science and biomedical engineering challenges.
Objectives
This Master’s program enables students to:
- Benefit from a high level of specialization in the rapidly growing field of biomedical engineering
- Start conducting research in a stimulating learning environment
- Communicate with participants from different domains of life science (researchers, engineers, clinicians)
Over the past decade, bioengineering has consistently been listed among the top fields for career prospects. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics rates bioengineering as the fastest growing subfield of engineering, with expected growth in employment opportunities by 2024 of 23% (compared to 4% average growth in engineering overall).
IP Paris’ Biomedical Engineering: Biomechanics & Biophysics program provides state-of-the-art research-based training that fosters innovations in the life sciences and medical technologies and prepares graduates for tackling the upcoming challenges in life sciences and the burgeoning connected health revolution.
- The Biomedical Engineering: Biomechanics & Biophysics prepares graduates for doctoral studies or for industrial research and development positions.
- Industrial opportunities abound in the medical device, pharmaceutical, and biotechnology industries.
- In recent years, employment opportunities in the startup and innovation sector have increased dramatically, especially in the burgeoning connected and personalized health field.
- The Mechanical Engineering for Clinicians track prepares graduates for doctoral studies which are prerequisites for an academic career in medicine or for industrial research and development positions.
The program for the 5 tracks (“Biophysics and biomechanics”, “Imaging and Image-Based Modeling”, “Sensors and Devices”, “Biomaterials” and "Digital Health") consists of two academic quarters with a total of ten courses to complete: 6 courses from one of the 5 tracks will constitute the “Major” and 3 courses from another track will constitute the “Minor”. The final course is a free elective. Overall, at least 2 of the 10 courses need to come from Mechanics. The coursework is followed by a 5-6-month research internship – most are conducted in academic laboratories, but it is also possible to gain experience in industry. The program prepares students for doctoral studies or for industrial research and development positions.
The curriculum for the Mechanical engineering for clinicians (MECENCLI) track consists of three mandatory courses that allow students to learn the basics of mechanics as well as three courses focusing on code development, biomaterials, and tissue engineering. Finally, the students will be immersed in the research world through a long term internship (12 months) in laboratories performing cutting-edge research.
For each track, the following is a list of mandatory courses.
Quarter 1
| Solid mechanics applied to biology | 32 h 3 ECTS English |
| Biofluid mechanics and mass transport | 32 h 3 ECTS English |
| Microfluidics and biosystems | 32 h 3 ECTS English |
| Biomedical imaging/ Knowledge representation | 32 h 3 ECTS English |
| Optical imaging for biomedical diagnostic | 32 h 3 ECTS English |
| Signal processing and medical image analysis | 32 h 3 ECTS English |
| Microfluidics and biosystems | 32 h 3 ECTS English |
| Design of digital and analog integrated circuits | 32 h 3 ECTS English |
| Signal processing and medical image analysis | 32 h 3 ECTS English |
| Microfluidics and biosystems | 32 h 3 ECTS English |
| Materials modeling. From atomistic to macroscopic | 32 h 3 ECTS English |
| Metamaterials | 32 h 3 ECTS English |
| Mechanics of brittle fracture and damage | 32 h 3 ECTS English |
Mandatory courses
| Introduction to Mechanics I : force, energy, torque | 27h 3 ECTS English |
| Introduction to Mechanics II : Elasticity | 27h 3 ECTS English |
| Design project | 35 h 4 ECTS English |
Optional courses
| Introduction to Biomechanical Engineering I : Biomechanics & Biomaterials | 30h 3 ECTS English |
Code development: Resolution by projects | 24h 3 ECTS English |
| Biostatistics | 36h 3 ECTS English |
Quarter 2
| Cellular and subcellular mechanics | 32 h 3 ECTS English |
| Statistical mechanics: application to cell motility | 32 h 3 ECTS English |
| Biomechanics in health and disease | 32 h 3 ECTS English |
| Biophotonics | 32 h 3 ECTS English |
| Advanced microscopy physics and techniques | 32 h 3 ECTS English |
| Data sciences of biological imaging | 32 h 3 ECTS English |
| Machine learning for biomedical imaging | 32 h 3 ECTS English |
| Sensors and transducers: from macro to nano | 32 h 3 ECTS English | |
| Surface bioengineering and biodetection | 32 h 3 ECTS English | |
| Data sciences of biological imaging | 32 h 3 ECTS English | |
| Machine learning for biomedical imaging | 32 h 3 ECTS English |
| Smart materials and structures: principles | 32 h 3 ECTS English |
| Surface bioengineering and biodetection | 32 h 3 ECTS English |
| Modeling of heterogeneous materials and structures. Application to composites | 32 h 3 ECTS English |
Mandatory courses
| Image segmentation, 3D printing,Computed-Aided Design | 27h 3 ECTS English |
| Design project | 55h 5 ECTS English |
Optional courses
| Biomaterials and tissue engineering | 27h 3 ECTS English |
Bone cell biology and environment | 27h 3 ECTS English |
Mandatory research internships
5-6 months - 30 ECTS
Clinicians track (MECENCLI)
12 months (continuing education) - 33 ECTS
Admission requirements
Academic prerequisites
- Completion of the first year of Master's program (M1) in engineering, physics or applied mathematics at Institut Polytechnique de Paris or equivalent in France or abroad
- No prior training in biology is required
- The clinicians track (MECENCLI) is strictly dedicated to health science students or practitioners (medicine, ondotology, physiotherapy, nursery, pharmacy …)
Language prerequisites
English language proficiency (minimum B2 level or equivalent) needs to be demonstrated.
How to apply
Applications can be submitted exclusively online. You will need to provide the following documents:
- Transcript
- Two academic references (added online directly by your referees)
- CV/resume
- Statement of purpose
- English language proficiency (minimum level of B2 or equivalent)
You will receive an answer in your candidate space within 2 months of the closing date for the application session.
Fees and scholarships
Registration fees are available here
Find out more about scholarships
Please note that fees and scholarships may change for the following year.
Applications and admission dates
Coordinator
Abdul Barakat : M2 Biomedical Engineering: Biomechanics & Biophysics (BME)
Jean Boisson : M2 Mechanical Engineering for Clinicians (MECENCLI)
Program office
General enquiries
The Biomedical Engineering: Biomechanics & Biophysics (BME) Year 2 Master program provides students with state-of-the-art training in the exciting field of biomechanics and biomedical engineering - the application of physical science and engineering concepts and technologies for the life sciences and for understanding, diagnosing, and treating disease. Applicants are expected to have strong backgrounds in engineering, physics, or applied mathematics and a desire to contribute to the upcoming revolutionary changes in the life sciences and medicine. No background in biology is necessary.
The BME M2 provides students with a highly interdisciplinary curriculum focused on five specific tracks:
- Biophysics and Biomechanics
- Imaging and Image-Based Modeling
- Sensors and Devices
- Biomaterials
- Biomedical Data Science and Applications
- Mechanical Engineering for clinicians (MECENCLI)
This track is a joint program between Institut Polytechnique de Paris and the Université de Paris and is intended for clinicians (i.e. medical doctors).
Graduates of our program will be future leading engineers, researchers, clinicians and entrepreneurs who will develop innovative solutions to tomorrow’s life science and biomedical engineering challenges.
Objectives
This Master’s program enables students to:
- Benefit from a high level of specialization in the rapidly growing field of biomedical engineering
- Start conducting research in a stimulating learning environment
- Communicate with participants from different domains of life science (researchers, engineers, clinicians)
Over the past decade, bioengineering has consistently been listed among the top fields for career prospects. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics rates bioengineering as the fastest growing subfield of engineering, with expected growth in employment opportunities by 2024 of 23% (compared to 4% average growth in engineering overall).
IP Paris’ Biomedical Engineering: Biomechanics & Biophysics program provides state-of-the-art research-based training that fosters innovations in the life sciences and medical technologies and prepares graduates for tackling the upcoming challenges in life sciences and the burgeoning connected health revolution.
- The Biomedical Engineering: Biomechanics & Biophysics prepares graduates for doctoral studies or for industrial research and development positions.
- Industrial opportunities abound in the medical device, pharmaceutical, and biotechnology industries.
- In recent years, employment opportunities in the startup and innovation sector have increased dramatically, especially in the burgeoning connected and personalized health field.
- The Mechanical Engineering for Clinicians track prepares graduates for doctoral studies which are prerequisites for an academic career in medicine or for industrial research and development positions.
The program for the 5 tracks (“Biophysics and biomechanics”, “Imaging and Image-Based Modeling”, “Sensors and Devices”, “Biomaterials” and "Digital Health") consists of two academic quarters with a total of ten courses to complete: 6 courses from one of the 5 tracks will constitute the “Major” and 3 courses from another track will constitute the “Minor”. The final course is a free elective. Overall, at least 2 of the 10 courses need to come from Mechanics. The coursework is followed by a 5-6-month research internship – most are conducted in academic laboratories, but it is also possible to gain experience in industry. The program prepares students for doctoral studies or for industrial research and development positions.
The curriculum for the Mechanical engineering for clinicians (MECENCLI) track consists of three mandatory courses that allow students to learn the basics of mechanics as well as three courses focusing on code development, biomaterials, and tissue engineering. Finally, the students will be immersed in the research world through a long term internship (12 months) in laboratories performing cutting-edge research.
For each track, the following is a list of mandatory courses.
Quarter 1
| Solid mechanics applied to biology | 32 h 3 ECTS English |
| Biofluid mechanics and mass transport | 32 h 3 ECTS English |
| Microfluidics and biosystems | 32 h 3 ECTS English |
| Biomedical imaging/ Knowledge representation | 32 h 3 ECTS English |
| Optical imaging for biomedical diagnostic | 32 h 3 ECTS English |
| Signal processing and medical image analysis | 32 h 3 ECTS English |
| Microfluidics and biosystems | 32 h 3 ECTS English |
| Design of digital and analog integrated circuits | 32 h 3 ECTS English |
| Signal processing and medical image analysis | 32 h 3 ECTS English |
| Microfluidics and biosystems | 32 h 3 ECTS English |
| Materials modeling. From atomistic to macroscopic | 32 h 3 ECTS English |
| Metamaterials | 32 h 3 ECTS English |
| Mechanics of brittle fracture and damage | 32 h 3 ECTS English |
Mandatory courses
| Introduction to Mechanics I : force, energy, torque | 27h 3 ECTS English |
| Introduction to Mechanics II : Elasticity | 27h 3 ECTS English |
| Design project | 35 h 4 ECTS English |
Optional courses
| Introduction to Biomechanical Engineering I : Biomechanics & Biomaterials | 30h 3 ECTS English |
Code development: Resolution by projects | 24h 3 ECTS English |
| Biostatistics | 36h 3 ECTS English |
Quarter 2
| Cellular and subcellular mechanics | 32 h 3 ECTS English |
| Statistical mechanics: application to cell motility | 32 h 3 ECTS English |
| Biomechanics in health and disease | 32 h 3 ECTS English |
| Biophotonics | 32 h 3 ECTS English |
| Advanced microscopy physics and techniques | 32 h 3 ECTS English |
| Data sciences of biological imaging | 32 h 3 ECTS English |
| Machine learning for biomedical imaging | 32 h 3 ECTS English |
| Sensors and transducers: from macro to nano | 32 h 3 ECTS English | |
| Surface bioengineering and biodetection | 32 h 3 ECTS English | |
| Data sciences of biological imaging | 32 h 3 ECTS English | |
| Machine learning for biomedical imaging | 32 h 3 ECTS English |
| Smart materials and structures: principles | 32 h 3 ECTS English |
| Surface bioengineering and biodetection | 32 h 3 ECTS English |
| Modeling of heterogeneous materials and structures. Application to composites | 32 h 3 ECTS English |
Mandatory courses
| Image segmentation, 3D printing,Computed-Aided Design | 27h 3 ECTS English |
| Design project | 55h 5 ECTS English |
Optional courses
| Biomaterials and tissue engineering | 27h 3 ECTS English |
Bone cell biology and environment | 27h 3 ECTS English |
Mandatory research internships
5-6 months - 30 ECTS
Clinicians track (MECENCLI)
12 months (continuing education) - 33 ECTS
Admission requirements
Academic prerequisites
- Completion of the first year of Master's program (M1) in engineering, physics or applied mathematics at Institut Polytechnique de Paris or equivalent in France or abroad
- No prior training in biology is required
- The clinicians track (MECENCLI) is strictly dedicated to health science students or practitioners (medicine, ondotology, physiotherapy, nursery, pharmacy …)
Language prerequisites
English language proficiency (minimum B2 level or equivalent) needs to be demonstrated.
How to apply
Applications can be submitted exclusively online. You will need to provide the following documents:
- Transcript
- Two academic references (added online directly by your referees)
- CV/resume
- Statement of purpose
- English language proficiency (minimum level of B2 or equivalent)
You will receive an answer in your candidate space within 2 months of the closing date for the application session.
Fees and scholarships
Registration fees are available here
Find out more about scholarships
Please note that fees and scholarships may change for the following year.
Applications and admission dates
Coordinator
Abdul Barakat : M2 Biomedical Engineering: Biomechanics & Biophysics (BME)
Jean Boisson : M2 Mechanical Engineering for Clinicians (MECENCLI)