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Department of Materials and Metallurgical Engineering

Master of Science / Master of Engineering

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The New Mexico Tech Department of Materials and Metallurgical Engineering offers three options for students interested Master’s degrees: 1) Master of Science in Materials Engineering requiring a Thesis; 2) Master of Engineering requiring only course work; and 3) a combined BS/MS degree.

The Materials Engineering Department administers both the Master of Science and the Master of Engineering degree for those students wishing to pursue an advanced degree in Materials Engineering. The Master of Science degree must be earned with a thesis. The Master of Engineering degree is a coursework-only option for students seeking a non-researchbased advanced degree focused on satisfying the needs of practicing engineers.

Accelerated BS/MS Materials Engineering Program

Master of Science (with Thesis)

The Master of Science prepares students for high quality research (and is often preferred for admission into PhD programs around the country).

Master of Engineering (Course Work Only)

The ME in Materials Engineering is professionally-oriented, focused on satisfying the needs of practicing engineers in a materials-related discipline.