The Master's programme in bioengineering is organised as two years of full-time study. Graduates from the MS programme can apply to use the legally protected title of engineer.

Bioengineering is used in medical diagnosis, drug development, the design of new chemicals and chemical pathways, environmental conservation and agriculture.

Applications for the program will not be accepted for the schoolyear 2025-2026.

Is the program for you??

• Do you want to acquire a strong foundation in the life sciences and engineering?

• Are you interested in understanding how microorganisms are used to manufacture valuable chemicals?

• Do you want to learn more about how smart devices can be used to diagnose diseases?

• Do you want to learn how image analysis is used in medicine?

What is the study about?

Students apply the methods of engineering design and analysis to biotechnology and medical science. The practical application of the life sciences is increasingly important in modern societies.

Programme structure

The programme is 120 ECTS and is organised as two years of full-time study. The programme is made up of mandatory courses, elective courses and research project.

Elective courses are offered in subjects such as mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, materials science, chemistry, biology, bioengineering or life sciences. Students can tailor the programme to suit their own interests in consultation with the administrative supervisor.

Organisation of teaching

This programme is taught in Icelandic but most textbooks are in English.

Main objectives

After completing the programme, students should:

• be familiar with general subjects within the life sciences such as genetics, microbiology, biochemistry and molecular biology

• have the knowledge and understanding of mathematics, statistics, computer science and physics needed to resolve common engineering challenges

• be familiar with the academic side of bioengineering, such as protein and bioprocess design, instrumentation, mass and heat transfer

Other

After completing the Master's degree in bioengineering, students can apply for the right to use the title of engineer. This professional title is legally protected.

Completing a Master's degree in bioengineering allows you to apply for doctoral studies.

• See the PhD in bioengineering

• See all doctoral programmes at the UI School of Engineering and Natural Sciences.