felinu

Hi, I was thinking about getting my B.S. in Bioengineering, but I heard that's not a good idea and that I should get my M.S. in Bioengineering, because a B.S. will get you nothing in terms of jobs (this is what I have read on these forums). If that's true, then why does the Bureau of Labor Statistics rank "Biomedical engineers" as the projected 3rd fastest growing profession??
Fastest Growing Occupations : Occupational Outlook Handbook : U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Futhermore, the Bureau says that entry-level education for the profession only requires a Bachelor's degree in Bioengineering. Biomedical Engineers : Occupational Outlook Handbook : U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

I'm really interested in the things that I think biomedical engineers do, but should I get my B.S. in something like Biochemistry or Biology? I'm interested in cells and life around us. I also like math. I would love to design new things for the medical field. So should I get my B.S. in Biology/Biochemistry, and then my M.S. in Bioengineering (if I decide that's still what I want to do?).

Also, is Bioengineering a good field to get into? BLS makes it seem so.

Lakemom

The general consensus I have read on this forum is that if you think you want to do Bioeng/Biomed eng., then get your BS in another area of engineering that fits more of your interest area and a MS in biomed.

EE is good if you are interested in computer activated applications of Biomed, ChemE if you are interested in the cellular level or drug research and ME if biomechanics is more of your interest.

Students who are premed usually major in biology or biochem.