Academics
Explore materials science and engineering programs at NC State
Our students work hard. In turn, our department works hard for them. The undergraduate and graduate degrees we offer focus on seven different research areas in materials science and engineering. As leaders in research and teaching, we prepare our graduates to excel in their careers and make a difference in the world.
Undergraduate Programs
Our ABET-accredited B.S. degrees certify engineering professionals. Scroll to learn more about our undergraduate programs and various student and career opportunities.
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Bachelor of Science in Materials Science and Engineering
Major in the core curriculum, with an option to specialize in Nanomaterials or Biomaterials
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Materials Science and Engineering Minor
The MSE minor is available to students from any major, including any engineering discipline, chemistry, physics or textiles
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Accelerated Bachelor’s/Master’s Program
Earn an MSE bachelor’s and a thesis-based or non-thesis-based master’s degree in 5 years
Graduate Programs
Our graduate programs prepare students for advanced careers in research, industry and academia. Scroll to explore our master’s and doctoral degrees, interdisciplinary opportunities and resources for graduate student success.
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Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Materials Science and Engineering
Expand your career in academia, industry or national laboratories
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Master of Materials Science and Engineering
Ideal for students interested in expanding expertise in materials science for industry-focused careers
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Master of Science in Materials Science and Engineering
Broaden research experience and prepare for technical careers or doctoral study
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Master of Nanoengineering
Best for working professionals and engineers seeking advanced technical coursework without a thesis
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Master of Science in Wide Bandgap Semiconductors
Targeted research without a thesis in semiconductor materials and devices for next-generation power electronics and microelectronics
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Materials Science and Engineering Graduate Certificate
For graduate students or professionals seeking focused training in core materials science concepts
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Materials Informatics Graduate Certificate
For graduate students and professionals interested in applying data science and AI tools to materials research and development
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Materials Science and Engineering Graduate Minor
Graduate students in other disciplines who want formal training in materials science and engineering
Distance Education
Can’t make it to campus? Through Engineering Online, we offer three non-thesis master’s degrees and two certificates.
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Master of Materials Science and Engineering
Designed for those with an undergraduate degree in an engineering discipline. 30 credit hours. No thesis required.
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Master of Nanoengineering
Designed for those with an undergraduate degree in a science or engineering discipline who wish to pursue a graduate degree in nanoengineering. 30 credit hours. No thesis required.
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Master of Science in Wide Bandgap Semiconductors
Designed for students with a background in engineering or physical sciences and an interest in clean energy, transportation, or semiconductor applications.
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Materials Science and Engineering Graduate Certificate
Designed for working professionals without formal training in materials science but wish to acquire a basic understanding of the discipline
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Materials Informatics Graduate Certificate
Designed for interdisciplinary graduate education at the intersection of materials science, engineering and data science
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