Program Overview
The Materials Science and Engineering at Michigan Technological University is a MSc programme in Engineering over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of engineering. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Materials Science and Engineering programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 19,503 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 19,503 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Houghton, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Materials Science and Engineering programme are prepared for diverse careers in engineering:
- Design Engineer
- R&D Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Systems Engineer
- Technical Consultant
- Engineering Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Materials for Energy
- Development of Functional Materials
- Innovations in Materials Processing
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
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Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
Admission Requirements:
- GRE Recommended percentile ranks 75% Quantitative, 30% Verbal and 3.0 or higher Analytical Writing (Domestic students from ABET accredited programs exempt)
- 3 Letters of Recommendation
- \xc2\xa0Typically undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or better on a 4.0 scale
- Students with degrees in other fields may be required to take preparatory courses in summer.
- Students in course-work only can switch to Thesis if they get an advisor.
- TOEFL: Recommended score of 79 iBT
- IELTS: Recommended Overall Band Score of 6.5
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- Prerequisite Courses
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English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 19,503 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 19,503 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 19,503 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 19,503 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Michigan Technological University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Michigan Technological University
Michigan Technological University
Houghton, United States
Michigan Technological University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-02-18
- Start Date 2018-09-05
- Language English
- Duration 24 months