School of Materials Science and Engineering

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Materials Science and Engineering (MSE) is a confluence of chemistry, physics, biology and engineering mathematics.

Why NTU School of Materials Science and Engineering?

NTU MSE degrees are recognised worldwide and accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Board

Join a world-class institution ranked among the global top 3 in Materials Science, driven by innovation and excellence.

Our curriculum blends theory and application, equipping students with problem-solving skills and practical knowledge for future industries.

Learn from professors ranked in the world’s top 2% — renowned researchers driving scientific impact and mentoring future leaders.

Go beyond textbooks — gain real-world experience through internships, overseas exchanges, industrial visits and our innovation lab.

What you can do with a Degree in Materials Science and Engineering

A degree in Materials Science and Engineering opens up exciting career opportunities across multiple industries. Materials science involves investigating the relationships between the structures and properties of materials, while materials engineering focuses on designing or engineering the structure of a material to produce a predetermined set of properties based on these structure-property correlations. This unique combination of understanding and application equips MSE graduates to solve complex, real-world problems and innovate across various sectors, making it a versatile qualification for a wide range of career paths. Explore the diverse fields and career paths you can take.
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Careers for Undergraduates

As an undergraduate, you’ll be equipped to take on impactful roles that shape innovation across industries. These are some of roles our graduates take on in the early stages of their career:

Careers for Graduate Students

With a graduate degree (MSc or PhD), you can take on more advanced and leadership roles that drive innovation and research:

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Browse current openings for faculty, postdoctoral, and research appointments at NTU MSE and curated job openings shared by MSE alumni and industry network.

 

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What is the advantage of a Materials Engineering degree over other engineering fields?

Materials Science and Engineering (MSE) may be relatively lesser known compared to other engineering disciplines, primarily due to its historical reliance on advanced technology, such as the Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM), which was pivotal for the development of materials analysis. Unlike other engineering disciplines, MSE’s focus on the microscopic properties of materials requires specialised equipment and expertise, which may not be as immediately visible to the public. However, this very aspect of the field — its deep dive into the molecular structure of materials — is what gives MSE its unique advantage.

An MSE degree builds a strong foundation in science and engineering, enabling graduates to bridge disciplines and solve real-world problems. Versatile and in demand, MSE skills open doors across industries and offer impactful career opportunities.

Our Materials Science and Engineering Degree Programmes

Undergraduate – 4 programme offers

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Single degree with a Minor

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 Single degree with a Second Major

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MSE Chair Scholar

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Graduate – 3 programme offers

Research degree

Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering (PhD)

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Research degree

Master of Engineering (MEng)

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Professional degree

Master of Science in Materials Science and Engineering (MSc)

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Continuing Education and Training

Professional degree

FlexiMasters in Materials Science and Engineering (Micro-credentials)

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