• The field of nanoengineering is expected to revolutionize technology and improve quality of life, particularly as related to energy, environment, and health. Students will achieve an understanding of the fundamental advantages of nanoscale materials, devices, and systems. It is a 30 credit hour degree program that does not require a thesis, final oral exam, or on-campus residency. GRE scores are recommended but not required. NC State has an existing strength in nanostructured materials and devices.
  • The Master of Science (MS) degree is a thesis degree that requires 30 credit hours of graduate course work of which 6 credit hours are thesis research (MSE 695). The courses must include 15 credit hours of MSE graduate courses and 9 credit hours of any graduate courses in technical disciplines.