Program Objectives

The fundamental goal of Penn Bioengineering is to provide students with a broad, flexible curriculum that gives them experience with a wide range of subject areas and intellectual approaches, to prepare them to function creatively and independently in a diverse range of settings. A distinctive feature of Penn Bioengineering is the emphasis on experiential learning, through an extensive series of bioengineering laboratory and clinical courses, as well as wide opportunity for independent study and research.

Therefore, the objectives of the program are

1. To provide a broad, flexible curriculum that allows the students to investigate a wide range of intellectual activities, all through the University. 2. To provide students with the core abilities and knowledge, such as basic knowledge in mathematics, physical and life science, engineering science, and design, to prepare them for a range of technical and interfacial fields. 3. To provide opportunities where students can begin to function at a professional level, using teamwork and communication skills, and taking responsibility for self-educating themselves.