Master of Engineering in MEMS
Industry-focused technical training plus business courses and internship
Application Deadline: March 17, 2025
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
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
The Duke MEMS Master of Engineering challenged me every single day to step out of my comfort zone and adapt.
Typical Study Plan
3 Semesters and a Summer
| 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 No tuition charged | 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
30 credits, taken over three semesters on the Duke campus.
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- 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
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Choose from among established courses and new ones, each aligned with our department’s research strengths.
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Specialize your degree. Choose from courses in engineering, the sciences and more at Duke. Selections subject to approval.
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Additional Information
Master’s Contacts
Siobhan Rigby Oca, Director of Master’s Studies
Shauntil Gray, Director of Master’s Studies Assistant