Program Overview

Master of Science - Materials Engineering

The non-thesis Master of Science in Materials Engineering provides students with an advanced level of knowledge in mechanical properties, materials structure, materials thermodynamics, kinetics, and electrical, optical, and magnetic properties of materials.

Program Overview

The program requires a minimum of 30 credit hours of graduate-level coursework, including five core courses:

• MATL 6100
• MATL 6200
• MATL 6300
• MATL 6400
• MATL 7050 Additionally, students must complete MATL 7980 - Special Project and may include a maximum of 6 credit hours of transfer credit.

Program Requirements

• Complete a minimum of 30 credit hours of graduate (6000/7000/8000) level coursework
  • Five core courses
  • MATL 7980 - Special Project
  • May include a maximum of 6 credit hours of transfer credit
• Have a plan of study approved by the student's advisory committee before the end of the second semester
• Pass an on-campus oral examination
• Complete a final presentation (approximately one hour) on a materials engineering project

Admission Criteria

• Those who hold a bachelor's degree in materials engineering or equivalent from an institution of recognized standing (transcripts required) are eligible
• Applicants with degrees in other science, technology, engineering, and mathematics disciplines are encouraged to apply and may be required to complete undergraduate materials engineering courses before official admission into the graduate program
• GRE scores are required, or TOEFL scores for international students
  • The GRE requirement is waived for online students; however, international applicants are still required to submit TOEFL scores
• Letters of recommendation are also required

Program Details

• Credit Hours: 33
• Program Cost: $949 Per Credit Hour
• Week Terms: 10 to 15
• Semester Begins: Mid August, Early January, Late May
• Delivery: Online, Campus

Research Areas

The program is affiliated with various research centers, including:

• Alabama Center for Paper and Bioresource Engineering
• Alabama Micro/Nano Science and Technology Center
• Auburn University Neuroimaging Center
• Center for Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity Engineering
• Center for Bioenergy and Bioproducts
• Center for Microfibrous Materials
• Center for Polymers and Advanced Composites
• Highway Research Center
• Interdisciplinary Center for Advanced Manufacturing Systems
• Materials Research and Education Center (MREC)
• National Center for Additive Manufacturing Excellence (NCAME)
• National Center for Asphalt Technology (NCAT)
• Human Systems Integration Center
• Thomas Walter Center
• Wireless Engineering Research Center

Institutes

The program is also affiliated with various institutes, including:

• Auburn University Applied Research Institute
• Auburn University Transportation Research Institute
• Electronics Packaging Research Institute
• McCrary Institute for Cyber and Critical Infrastructure Security