What is iBioMed?
At McMaster University, we’re transforming healthcare challenges into a new learning experience with the Integrated Biomedical Engineering & Health Sciences (iBioMed) program. We’re bringing together the best of our top-ranked health sciences and engineering programs into a hands-on, project-based program with a strong focus on entrepreneurship and learning to solve real-world problems by doing.
IBEHS 1 and Admissions
The Integrated Biomedical Engineering and Health Sciences program has a common first year, also known as IBEHS 1. This allows students to explore all degree path options before choosing a focus stream of either the Bachelor of Engineering and Biomedical Engineering (B.Eng. BME) or Honours Bachelor of Health Sciences in Health Engineering Science and Entrepreneurship (B.H.Sc.). During the first year of study, iBioMed students develop a solid foundation in math and science, with a focus on biomedical engineering and the health science applications and are able to build a personal network of peers before moving to their level two streams.
Learn about the Admission process, from required courses and timelines to the Supplementary Application.
News
July 8, 2019 / Department News
The top 5 things you'll love about being an iBioMed Ambassador
Looking to network, attend cool events and develop your leadership skills? Becoming an iBioMed Ambassador could be for you.
June 29, 2019 / Department News
Ishwar K. Puri, dean of Engineering, appointed as member of Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council
The Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada is the largest funder of scientific research in Canada.
June 25, 2019 / Department News
Steve Hranilovic appointed as acting associate dean, academic
Steve Hranilovic, a professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, will be named acting associate dean, academic, on July 1, 2019.
Events
January 22, 2020, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Backpack to Briefcase: Alumni & Student Networking Event
Are you a student looking for mentorship and support? Alumni share their experiences to prepare you for your future years at McMaster and beyond.
February 4, 2020, 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
2020 Women in Engineering Industry Night
Join us for our Women in Engineering Industry Night!
Co-op and Careers
Careers
Graduates of this program will be uniquely positioned for careers in the biomedical engineering, biotechnology, and health and biomedical science sectors of the economy. They will also remain well-positioned for careers that fall within the spectrum of their engineering or health sciences discipline. They will be well equipped to pursue further studies in graduate research or professional health sciences careers, such as medicine, or take on entrepreneurship opportunities.
Engineering Co-op and Career Services (ECCS)
Students in the iBioMed program will have Co-op and Career Services available through the Faculty of Engineering.
As for all engineering disciplines at McMaster, students in our programmes have the opportunity of applying for an industrial internship. If successful, the student typically is employed on industrial placement from the May following his/her third year in the academic programmes and returns to school for Level 4 in September of the following year.
Engineering Co-op and Career Services (ECCS) is a joint venture between the McMaster Engineering Society and the Faculty of Engineering.
Spotlight
Janelle Hinds, B.Eng. '15
(Electrical & Biomedical Engineering) | Honoured for being an Everyday Political Citizen
Sarah Smith, B.Eng. '07
(Electrical & Biomedical Engineering) | Big Ideas: Matters of the Heart
Stephanie Chan, B.Eng. '08
(Electrical & Biomedical Engineering) | Eyeing Up the Future