The Bioengineering (B.S.) at Oregon State University is designed for aspiring innovators ready to bridge the gap between engineering and biology to solve critical challenges in health and sustainability. You will delve into an interdisciplinary field that applies engineering principles and quantitative methods to develop novel biologicals, materials, and devices. This undergraduate program provides a robust foundation in biology, chemistry, physics, and mathematics, alongside core engineering sciences, preparing you for a dynamic career in the rapidly growing bioscience sector. You will explore key themes including bioprocessing, tissue engineering, and signals of life.
Studied full-time on campus over four years, this Bachelor of Science degree integrates foundational sciences with specialized bioengineering coursework. You will engage with topics such as material balances, energy balances, biotransport phenomena, and biomedical signal processing. The curriculum emphasizes practical application through laboratory techniques and culminates in a capstone design experience, where you will integrate drug and medical device regulation. You will graduate with the skills to formulate and solve complex problems in biotechnology and medical device design, ready for roles in industry or further graduate studies.