MS Materials Science and Engineering at University of Minnesota Twin Cities

Programme overview

Research activities in the Chemical Engineering and Materials Science (CEMS) Department focus on the development of renewable energy technologies, the solution of important medical and biological engineering challenges, the development of advanced materials and characterization methods, and the application of sophisticated mathematical and theoretical models.

Faculty: College of Science and Engineering | Duration: 2 years / Plan A 20 credits; Plan B 30 credits; Plan C 30 credits | Study mode: full-time | Location: Minneapolis, MN, United States

What you will study

Required components: Major Courses, Outside Field, Plan A, Plan B. Courses must be taken on the A-F grade basis, unless only offered S/N, with a minimum grade of B- earned for each course. Approval of advisor and the director of graduate studies is required to apply 4xxx courses to degree requirements.

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Application information

Entry requirements

CEMS does not admit directly to the MSMatSE Plan A (with thesis) or Plan B (project-based) for full-time study with support. A bachelor's degree in materials science or other related field. Applicants must submit three letters of recommendation from persons familiar with their scholarship and research potential; a complete set of official transcripts; and a clearly written statement summarizing research/work experience and motivation for graduate work. Applications are accepted for fall semester only. December 15 is the application deadline; late applications are considered if space is available. Minimum English proficiency for international applicants: TOEFL iBT 79, IELTS 6.5.

Duration: 2 years / Plan A 20 credits; Plan B 30 credits; Plan C 30 credits

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