24 monthsProgramme duration
30 Jan, 2026Application Deadline
Apr, OctStarting Month
Programme overview
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The Master of Science (M.Sc. Engg.) and Master of Engineering (M.Engg.) programs in Biomedical Engineering (BME) at the Military Institute of Science and Technology (MIST) represent a sophisticated convergence of engineering principles, medical sciences, and advanced technology. Established to spearhead healthcare innovation in Bangladesh, the program offers specialized research tracks in Biomechanics, Bio-signal and Image Processing, Biomaterials, and Medical Instrumentation. The curriculum is meticulously designed around the Outcome-Based Education (OBE) model, requiring M.Sc. students to complete 18 credits of advanced coursework and an 18-credit intensive research thesis, while M.Engg. candidates focus on 30 credits of coursework and a 6-credit project. Students benefit from an interdisciplinary faculty of PhD-holders and clinical collaborators, utilizing state-of-the-art facilities such as the Biomaterials Lab, Medical Imaging Lab, and the specialized BME Research Lab. Positioned within a disciplined academic environment, the program empowers scholars to develop cutting-edge solutions—ranging from low-cost prosthetic limbs to AI-driven diagnostic tools—aimed at solving complex clinical challenges. By fostering collaborations with military hospitals and the national medical industry, MIST ensures its graduates are uniquely equipped to lead the digital transformation of healthcare and excel in global R&D, academia, and the high-precision medical device industry.
Programme overview
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The Master of Science (M.Sc. Engg.) and Master of Engineering (M.Engg.) programs in Biomedical Engineering (BME) at the Military Institute of Science and Technology (MIST) represent a sophisticated convergence of engineering principles, medical sciences, and advanced technology. Established to spearhead healthcare innovation in Bangladesh, the program offers specialized research tracks in Biomechanics, Bio-signal and Image Processing, Biomaterials, and Medical Instrumentation. The curriculum is meticulously designed around the Outcome-Based Education (OBE) model, requiring M.Sc. students to complete 18 credits of advanced coursework and an 18-credit intensive research thesis, while M.Engg. candidates focus on 30 credits of coursework and a 6-credit project. Students benefit from an interdisciplinary faculty of PhD-holders and clinical collaborators, utilizing state-of-the-art facilities such as the Biomaterials Lab, Medical Imaging Lab, and the specialized BME Research Lab. Positioned within a disciplined academic environment, the program empowers scholars to develop cutting-edge solutions—ranging from low-cost prosthetic limbs to AI-driven diagnostic tools—aimed at solving complex clinical challenges. By fostering collaborations with military hospitals and the national medical industry, MIST ensures its graduates are uniquely equipped to lead the digital transformation of healthcare and excel in global R&D, academia, and the high-precision medical device industry.
Admission Requirements
40+
1) A candidate must have a minimum GPA of 4.00 out of 5.00 or a first division or equivalent in S.S.C. and H.S.C. or in equivalent examinations.
2) A candidate must have at least 55% marks or a minimum GPA of 2.75 out of 4.00 or its equivalent in B.Sc.Engg.
30 Jan 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, it is a core research pillar. Utilizing the Biomechanics Lab, postgraduate students design and fabricate cost-effective, high-durability prosthetic limbs. Research involves the use of 3D Printing (Additive Manufacturing) and FEA (Finite Element Analysis) to simulate stress distribution in sockets, ensuring better comfort and mobility for amputees, particularly within the context of military and civilian rehabilitation.
Absolutely. The program places heavy emphasis on Bio-signal and Image Processing. Scholars use high-performance computing clusters to develop machine learning algorithms for the automated detection of anomalies in MRI, CT, and X-ray images. This includes the development of "Computer-Aided Diagnosis" (CAD) systems for early-stage cancer detection or cardiac arrhythmia classification using deep learning.
Students have access to the Medical Instrumentation Lab to design smart healthcare devices. Technical projects often involve developing Wearable Health Monitors that use IoT protocols to transmit real-time patient data (ECG, SpO2, and Heart Rate) to cloud servers for remote monitoring, a critical area for improving rural healthcare and emergency response.
Yes. Full-time M.Sc. students may qualify for a monthly stipend of 25,000 BDT (~$203 USD) for a duration of 18 months. This funding is performance-based and requires the student to be a full-time researcher dedicated to their thesis work, often contributing to the department’s ongoing R&D projects.
MIST’s unique affiliation with the Combined Military Hospital (CMH) and the Armed Forces Medical Institute provides students with rare access to "Clinical Data" and real-world medical challenges. This allows for "Bedside-to-Bench" research, where students can validate their engineering prototypes in a clinical environment under the supervision of both engineers and medical doctors.
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