Bachelor of Science in Bioengineering

Tuition fees for Bachelor of Science in Bioengineering are 68,574 USD per year.

New York University, Abu Dhabi offers a Bachelor of Science in Bioengineering in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, with courses taught in English. Bioengineering, also known as biomedical engineering, applies principles from engineering, biology, and chemistry to problems in health and medicine. Undergraduate study in this field typically begins with a strong grounding in mathematics, physics, chemistry, and biology, then moves into engineering-specific subjects such as mechanics, electronics, and materials science before introducing specialized topics like biomechanics, biomaterials, tissue engineering, medical instrumentation, and physiological systems modeling. Students learn how engineering methods can be used to design medical devices, prosthetics, diagnostic tools, and systems that interact with the human body, as well as how living tissues and biological processes behave under mechanical, chemical, or electrical influence. Laboratory work and hands-on projects are a common feature of bioengineering degrees, giving students practice in experimental design, data analysis, and prototyping. The field sits at the intersection of engineering rigor and biological complexity, requiring students to think both quantitatively and in terms of living systems that do not always behave predictably. Graduates of bioengineering programs pursue a range of paths, including roles in medical device development, biotechnology, pharmaceutical research support, healthcare technology, and further graduate study in engineering or medicine. The field continues to grow alongside advances in personalized medicine, wearable health technology, and regenerative therapies. Based in Abu Dhabi, students in this program are part of a bachelor's-level cohort working through a curriculum grounded in both engineering fundamentals and biological science.