Masters program in biomedical engineering and informatics - Research-based teaching and teaching-based research

Abstract

In typical Master level Biomedical Engineering curricula the focus on research is most clearly visible in the final thesis work, whereas the first year (and a half) focuses on knowledge and engineering skills. The organization of the Aalborg Biomedical Engineering and Informatics program gives a framework for a much more intensive focus on research, throughout the Masters program, an opportunity that is used to involve the students in research activities from the very beginning. With positive results, in terms of study efficiency, grades, employment and research output. © 2011 Springer-Verlag.