Student Perspective
Laura Herron
M.S. Plan I - Thesis
Current Status: Current Student
Graduation Year:
What led you to choose our Bioengineering Master's Program at UC San Diego?
UC San Diego Bioengineering has one of the most well rounded programs for genome engineering, so I knew my research interests aligned. Moreover, my end goal is to have a career in industry and at each internship experience I had, I met graduates of the UC San Diego bioengineering program. These alumni were proud of their education and spoke very highly of their time at UCSD. Meeting successful alumni who still feel connected to their graduate program was one of the biggest bonuses for me as I look forward to a strong alumni community to lean on once I graduate.
Archana Balasubramanian
M.S. Plan I - Thesis
Current Status: Alumni
Graduation Year: 2024
What led you to choose our Bioengineering Master's Program at UC San Diego?
I chose the Bioengineering Master’s Program at UC San Diego because of its strong reputation for cutting-edge research and its emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration. The program offers a unique blend of engineering principles and biological sciences, which aligns perfectly with my academic and career goals. I was particularly drawn to UCSD’s Systems Biology Research Group, known for its innovative approaches and impactful research. The opportunity to work with distinguished faculty and access state-of-the-art facilities made UCSD an ideal choice for advancing my expertise and contributing to significant scientific advancements.
Shriya Shetty
M.S. Plan I - Thesis
Current Status: Alumni
Graduation Year: 2024
What led you to choose our Bioengineering Master's Program at UC San Diego?
Undoubtedly one of the best Bioengineering programs in the country. Very well articulated and a bunch of opportunities to explore. The UC San Diego Bioengineering program is a brand in itself!
Annanya Sethiya
M.S. Plan II - Comprehensive Exam
Current Status: Alumni
Graduation Year: 2024
What led you to choose our Bioengineering Master's Program at UC San Diego?
I chose UC San Diego for its access to advanced technology, diverse course offerings, and opportunities for skill development, which I believe will enhance my preparation for future career opportunities.
Isabelle Lam
M.S. Plan II - Comprehensive Exam
Current Status: Alumni
Graduation Year: 2023
What led you to choose our Bioengineering Master's Program at UC San Diego?
It is the best program for clinical science. Initially, I wanted to pursue studying Kawasaki Disease with the Kawasaki Foundation. However, I changed my mind to gain more technical knowledge.
Nikhil Kshirsagar
M.S. Plan II - Comprehensive Exam
Current Status: Alumni
Graduation Year: 2023
What led you to choose our Bioengineering Master's Program at UC San Diego?
I chose UC San Diego's Bioengineering Master's program because it offered the perfect blend of my electronics background and my passion for biosensors and point-of-care devices. The program's focus on cutting-edge research and innovation aligned perfectly with my career goals.
Chinmayi Kashyap
M.S. Plan I - Thesis
Current Status: Alumni
Graduation Year: 2023
What led you to choose our Bioengineering Master's Program at UC San Diego?
The interdisciplinary nature of research being conducted at UCSD combined with a translational focus, and the opportunity to be mentored by pioneers in various fields of bioengineering.
Anshu Andani
M.Eng. M.D.E
Current Status: Alumni
Graduation Year: 2023
What led you to choose our Bioengineering Master's Program at UC San Diego?
Top Engineering Program. Nicely designed.
Chris Matthew Cyril
M.Eng. M.D.E
Current Status: Alumni
Graduation Year: 2022
What led you to choose our Bioengineering Master's Program at UC San Diego?
In my third and last year at UCSD, I realized that I was always a tinkerer at heart.
Unlike my friends in engineering, it dawned on me that my path into a traditional engineering (computer science, mechanical, electrical) degree would be difficult because of my undergraduate degree in a biological science. Worse, I wouldn't get a chance to use biology in those programs.
After graduating Neurobiology and deciding against medical school, I was at a loss of what to do with my life.
I knew I liked biology, but I also liked creative pursuits, design, and business.
Providentially, the very year I graduated, Bioengineering opened the MDE M.Eng. program. I seized this opportunity, knowing this was my chance to fulfill those dreams. I'm glad I did.