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Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering

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About the Program

The MSnt is a course-based master’s degree with flexibility to support part-time and full-time students. Under the guidance of a faculty advisor, students build their own elective-based curriculum using graduate-level online courses. The degree culminates in a final project, but there is no publication requirement. This is a great option for working professionals interested in project work on proprietary data or processes.

Who Should Enroll

  • Those who need a more flexible schedule.
  • Those who enjoy remote collaboration.
  • Those who do enjoy online learning.
  • Those who would like to advance their career. 
  • Those who would like to improve their technical skills. 
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How Will You Benefit

Students will benefit in multiple ways, such as: expanding engineering knowledge, working on real world projects, gaining applied innovation knowledge, having opportunities to grow their professional network, and more.

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Would you like to learn more?

If you'd like to learn more about the Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering degree, please visit the following link: Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering Homepage.