Program Overview
The Metallurgical & Materials Engineering at University of Texas El Paso 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 Metallurgical & Materials 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
- Tuition: USD 909 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 424 (Tuition (Module)) — In-State students
- Location: El Paso, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Metallurgical & Materials 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
- Microstructural and Microchemical Characterization of Materials
- Materials Extraction, Synthesis & Processing
- Modern Concepts in Materials Science & Engineering
- Phase Transformations & Microstructures
- Graduate Seminar
- Physics of Materials
- Advanced Materials Concepts
- Engineering Alloys
- Process Metallurgy
- Failure Analysis
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Apply for admission
- Present admission exams
- Demonstrate how s/he intends to pay for school.
- Attach to the application the following documents:
- Official transcripts
- Certificate or degree candidate letter
- Resume
- Letter of intent
- 2 or 3 letters of recommendation
- Pay the application fee
- GRE Scores
- Statement of Purpose
- 3-letters of recommendation
Additionally, applicants must submit evidence of successful completion (or equivalent) of course work that includes:
- Rate Processes in Materials Systems
- Applied Chemical Thermodynamics
- Introduction to Electronic Materials Science
- Physical Metallurgy
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 909 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 424 (Tuition (Module)) — In-State students
Tuition fees: USD 909 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 424 (Tuition (Module)) — In-State students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Texas El Paso 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 Texas El Paso
University of Texas El Paso
United States
The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) is a public research university in El Paso, Texas, United States. Founded in 1913 as the State School of Mines and Metallurgy, it is the third oldest...
University Profile- Start Date May 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months