Our flexible MEMS master’s programs will give you the strong foundation you need to become an engineering leader in industry or academia.
THE DUKE DIFFERENCE
- Personalized learning—with application to real-world problems
- Hands-on projects—which can be performed in our laboratories, or anywhere in the world
- Create a digital work portfolio—unlike many MEMS master's programs, you'll graduate from Duke with skills you can show to employers
- Expert mechanical engineering faculty—ranked among the best in the U.S. in research productivity
- Dedicated career services—including workshops, events, and one-on-one coaching
#12
national university
Top 20
faculty research productivity in the U.S.-
$12
million in new faculty research awards, fiscal 2021
31
tenured or tenure-track faculty
Sources: U.S. News, Academic Analytics, Duke University
Degree Options to Meet your Goals
Thinking about applying? Duke MEMS is looking for creative, independent thinkers who are self-motivated and curious.
We offer two 30-credit master's degree options (10 courses)—each includes specialized technical education, plus:
Master of Science (MS)
- Great preparation for industry or entry into a PhD program
- Thesis or Project options
- Options for Mechanical Engineering or Materials Science
- Pursue a specialty through course concentrations
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Duke undergrads can access it through the 4+1: BSE+MS Degree Program
Master of Engineering (MEng)
- Excellent for students interested in industry leadership
- Built-in internship and business courses
- Options for Mechanical Engineering or Materials Science
- Pursue a specialty through course concentrations
- Duke undergrads can access it through the 4+1: BSE+MEng Degree Program
Select Your concentration
Customize your master's degree with a topic area of focus and a graduate certificate
Duke MEMS offers specialized education in the sought-after topic areas in Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science:
| Area of Concentration | Master of Science | Master of Engineering | Graduate Certificate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autonomous, Intelligent Machines and Systems | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Energy, Propulsion, and Structures for Earth and Space | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Multi-Scale, Advanced, and Bio-Inspired Materials | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Optimal Design of Physical and Virtual Systems | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Design Your Own | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Aerospace Research | ✓ |
More about Duke MEMS master's degree concentrations »
More options
The Duke University Program in Materials Science and Engineering (MSE) offers a general MSE curriculum and degree title. Learn more »
The MS, MEng, and PhD programs in Materials Science and Engineering in the Duke MEMS Department allow the same general curriculum along with several other materials-focused tracks in soft materials, biomaterials, and AI Materials.