Program Overview
The Materials Science and Engineering at University of California Irvine (UCI) 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 7
- Tuition: USD 15,102 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 11,220 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Irvine, 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
- Chemical Processing and Energy Balances
- Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics
- Principles of Materials Science and Engineering.
- Diffusion in Materials
- Reaction Kinetics and Reactor Design.
- Biochemical Engineering
- Biochemical Networks
- Heat Transfer
- Mass Transfer
- Nuclear and Radiochemistry.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Hold a bachelor\xc2\x92s degree (or equivalent) from a recognized\nacademic institution with degree standards equivalent to those of the\nUniversity of California.
- Provide official standardized test scores (GRE), except for\napplicants to the MAS in Criminology, Law and Society, Master of Legal and\nForensic Psychology, MS in Pharmacology, MS in Nursing Science, most MFA\nprograms, and some business programs
- GRE Scores \xc2\x96 no minimum limit
- Three letters of recommendation
- Statement of Purpose
- Transcripts: Submit one official transcript for every post\nsecondary program attended.\xc2\xa0
- Application fee - $105 (resident students) and $125\n(international students).
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 15,102 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 11,220 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 15,102 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 11,220 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of California Irvine (UCI) 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 University of California, Irvine
University of California, Irvine
Irvine, United States
University of California, Irvine 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 2009-12-17
- Start Date 2018-09-25
- Language English
- Duration 24 months