Graduate Degrees
Intensive Interdisciplinary Graduate Programs
The University of Arizona Department of Materials Science and Engineering provides a range of research-oriented and entrepreneurial-focused graduate programs. MS, MEng and PhD studies extend well into related fields.
Concentrate your studies in MSE research focus areas. Get the training you need to advance your career, develop technology, start your own company or contribute to globally significant research.
Follow links on this page to the UA Graduate College and UA Online for MSE grad program requirements. Additionally, the MSE Graduate Student Handbook expands on program requirements and expectations.
Doctor of Philosophy in Materials Science and Engineering
- Leadership in collaborative research
- Research extending into overlapping fields
- Admission directly after bachelor’s or master’s degree
PhD Requirements
Master of Science in Materials Science and Engineering
- Thesis option with a research emphasis
- Non-thesis option with focused coursework
- Accelerated non-thesis master’s degree for UA undergraduates
- 100 percent online option
MS Requirements
Master of Engineering in Innovation, Sustainability and Entrepreneurship
- High-tech business orientation
- Research and development approach
- Accelerated program for UA undergraduates
- Online option
ME-ISE Requirements
Courses
Visit the UA Catalog for graduate course descriptions.