Biomedical Engineering MSc
Biomedical Engineering MSc
Program Length: 2 years
Research program with a thesis
Tuition:
Tuition will be covered for accepted students.
Scholarships are available
An average of 86 or above in a BSc in Engineering (see Admission Requirements tab)
Application Deadline:
Step into the future of healthcare with a master’s in biomedical engineering. This two-year MSc blends innovation, research, and real-world impact at one of the best biomedical engineering masters programs globally.
Program Overview
Biomedical engineering is one of the fastest-growing areas in industry and research. Although a relatively new field, it is firmly rooted in such established disciplines as mathematics, electronics, mechanics, physics, biology and physiology.
At Tel Aviv University (TAU), one of the best universities in Israel for engineering, the School of Biomedical Engineering is advancing the field through groundbreaking research and innovation. Our faculty develop tools that help clinicians in Israel and worldwide improve diagnostics and create non-invasive, effective treatments, particularly in the fight against cardiac disease, the leading cause of death in the Western world.
This Master's in Biomedical Engineering program combines scientific depth with real-world applications, equipping students with the knowledge and tools to drive innovation across medical and technological fields.
Research at the Department is carried out across nine main areas:
- Biofluids: flow in the heart and blood vessels, respiratory system
- Biomechanics: structures and materials
- Numerical modeling: physiological systems
- Biomedical image processing
- Physiological signal processing
- Vision: psychophysics, models and algorithm
- Hearing: the middle ear
- Sensory communication: the auditory system
- Computational and systems biology
Life (and Disease) in a TAU Lab: The Global Connection Podcast
Hear from two TAU international biomed researchers: MSc student Emma Glickman and PhD candidate Neta Fibeesh. Along with Prof. Ben Maoz, the head of the MSc program, they discuss what it’s like to research at TAU and how they’re using stem cells and simulating mini-organs to advance understanding of diseases such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s:
Program Highlights
- Interdisciplinary field that incorporates tissue engineering, biomedical devices, data science, and AI.
- Collaborations with more than 10 hospitals affiliated with Tel Aviv University, which allows us to bring the research to the clinic and vice versa very quickly.
- Direct Master's–PhD track: opportunity to transfer after a year of research.
Career Success Stories
Program graduates are well-prepared to build careers in both private and public sectors, as well as in academia.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the Biomedical Engineering MSc at Tel Aviv University?
The program takes two years. It's a research-based MSc with a thesis, combining coursework with lab research across TAU's nine biomedical engineering research areas.
What are the admission requirements for the MSc in Biomedical Engineering?
You need a BSc in Engineering with an average of 86 or above. Applicants also submit academic transcripts and supporting documents; strong candidates are matched with a research advisor before starting.
Is the Biomedical Engineering MSc taught in English?
Yes, the entire program is taught in English, so no Hebrew is required to enroll or complete your degree.
Is tuition covered? Are scholarships available?
Tuition is covered for accepted students, and additional scholarships are available. This makes the program one of the more accessible research-based biomedical engineering master's degrees for international applicants.
What research areas can I specialize in?
TAU offers nine areas: biofluids, biomechanics, numerical modeling of physiological systems, biomedical image processing, physiological signal processing, vision, hearing, sensory communication, and computational and systems biology.
Can I continue to a PhD after the MSc?
Yes. The program offers a direct Master's–PhD track, letting qualified students transfer to doctoral research after their first year rather than reapplying separately.
What makes TAU a strong choice for biomedical engineering in Israel?
Tel Aviv University is one of Israel's leading research universities for biomedical engineering, with collaborations across more than 10 affiliated hospitals that move research from lab to clinic quickly. The interdisciplinary program spans tissue engineering, biomedical devices, data science, and AI.
