BS Materials Science and Engineering at University of California, Berkeley

Materials Scientists and Engineers are involved in every aspect of technology, ranging from the design of materials appropriate for use in integrated circuits and biological applications to those materials needed for energy generation (both conventional energy sources and green sources) and for building bridges, roads, and buildings. Upon graduation, students are prepared for a number of different careers paths. Many go on to graduate studies at prestigious universities.

Faculty: College of Engineering  |  Department: Materials Science and Engineering  |  Duration: 4 years  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Berkeley, CA, United States

What you will study

Major requirements are organised as: Lower Division (Math and Physics, Chemistry, Part A, Chemistry, Part B, Engineering); Upper Division Requirements (Core); Materials Lifecycle, Sustainability, and Recycling Electives (Elective #1, Elective #2); Electives (Math/Stat/Data Elective, Engineering Elective). Complete at least 1 of: Any 3+ unit MATH 100-189 course, excluding C103, 151, 152, 153 Any 3+ unit STAT 100-189, excluding 157 COMPSCI C100 OR DATA C100 OR STAT C100 ENGIN 117 ENGIN 178 INDENG 172

Career pathways

Graduates enter career areas including Sciences - Biological & Physical, Engineering & Computer Science.

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