Program Overview
Master of Engineering in MEMS
Industry-focused technical training plus business courses and internship
The Master of Engineering in MEMS program offers interdisciplinary training in business, engineering, and science. The program features a flexible, individualized curriculum, a required industry internship, and no thesis requirement. Students can complete the program in three semesters and a summer, approximately 1 1/2 years. The program has a track record of excellent career outcomes and offers two customized programs: MEng in Robotics and MEng in AI & Materials.
Features & Benefits
- Interdisciplinary training in business, engineering, and science
- Flexible, individualized curriculum
- Required industry internship
- No thesis
- Complete in three semesters and a summer—about 1 1/2 years
- Track record of excellent career outcomes
- Two customized programs: MEng in Robotics and MEng in AI & Materials
General Curriculum
- Industry Preparation Core:
- MENG 540 Management of High Tech Industries—3 credits
- MENG 570 Business Fundamentals for Engineers—3 credits
- MENG 550/551 Internship or Project—0 credits
- 5 Technical courses—15 credits
- Mathematics course—3 credits
- 3 Electives—9 credits
Typical Study Plan
The typical study plan for the General Curriculum is as follows:
| Category | Fall 1 | Spring 1 | Summer 1 | Fall 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Industry Preparation Core | MENG 540 Management of High Tech Industries | MENG 570 Business Fundamentals for Engineers | Internship | Internship Assessment |
| Technical Core | Technical Course 1 | Technical Course 2 | Technical Course 3, Technical Course 4 | |
| Mathematics | Math Course | |||
| Specialization | Elective 1 | Elective 2 | Elective 3 |
Curriculum
The program consists of 30 credits, taken over three semesters on the Duke campus.
Industry Preparation Core
- MENG 540 Management of High-Tech Industries
- MENG 570 Business Fundamentals for Engineers
- MENG 550 Internship or Project – no tuition charged
- MENG 551 Internship or Project Assessment
Technical Courses
Choose from among established courses and new ones, each aligned with the department’s research strengths.
Electives
Specialize your degree by choosing from courses in engineering, the sciences, and more at Duke. Selections are subject to approval.
Additional Information
- Admissions Requirements
- Application Deadlines
- Tuition & Financial Aid
- Career Services
Program Options
- Certificates
- Master of Science in MEMS
- Master of Engineering in AI + Materials
- Master of Engineering in Robotics & Autonomy