Program Overview
The Materials Science and Engineering at Northwestern University is a MSc programme in Engineering over 12 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: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 16,808 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 16,808 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
- Location: Evanston, 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
- Analytical and Statistical Thermodynamics of Materials
- Imperfections in Materials
- Physics of Solids
- Symmetry and Mechanical Properties of Materials
- Phase Transformations in Materials
- Phase Transformations in Crystalline Materials
- Kinetics
- Computational Materials Science
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Transcripts
- GRE Scores
- Letters of Recommendation
- Statement of Purpose
- Diversity Statement
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 16,808 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 16,808 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 16,808 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 16,808 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Northwestern 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 Northwestern University
Northwestern University
Evanston, United States
Northwestern University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2018-07-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 12 months