Nanotechnology Engineering
Overview
Small-Scale Technology for Big-Picture Engineers
Develop your expertise in nanotechnology and become an engineering leader with one of the nation’s most innovative nanotechnology master’s programs. The UCR online Master of Science in Engineering with a specialization in Materials at the Nanoscale is an exploration of nanoscale processes and applications, including the design, synthesis and processing of nanostructured materials.
Coursework covers a variety of high-level topics in nanoscience, including microelectromechanical systems and crystal structure, bonding and defects.
Graduate in as few as 13 months
No residency requirement
Enjoy flexible admissions and three start dates
Why a Master’s Degree in Nanoengineering?
Online nanotechnology master’s degree programs are more than exercises in education — they are investments that can pay big dividends in your professional future. A master’s in nanotechnology can open doors to a number of rewarding careers.
Chemists and materials scientists, for example, earn a median salary of more than $75,000 a year and a high-end salary of $129,000, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Materials engineers earn a median salary in excess of $93,000, with high-range pay of more than $148,000.
Curriculum
The online Master of Science in Engineering is a comprehensive engineering program that encompasses both leadership strategy and technical skills. Coursework includes 16 credits of core engineering classes, plus 16 credits within your specialization, helping you tailor the program to your area of expertise.
To accommodate busy professionals, the online Master of Science in Engineering does not include a required residency. Instead, students participate in 4 one-credit capstone courses throughout the program, providing a rich learning experience that comes with maximum flexibility.
MSEMN Core/ 16 credit hours
Engineering in the Global Environment (4)
Technology Innovation and Strategy for Engineers (4)
Introduction to Systems Engineering (4)
Principles of Engineering Management (4)
*Curriculum subject to change
Materials at the Nanoscale Specialization/ 16 credit hours
Thermodynamic Foundations of Materials (4)
Crystal Structure and Bonding (4)
Nanoscale Science and Engineering (4)
Introduction to Microelectromechanical Systems (4)
Admission Requirements
The following criteria are considered during the admission process for the M.S. in Engineering program:
- A bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field from an accredited institution.
- Official transcripts.
- GPA.
- GRE/FE scores.
- TOEFL or IELTS scores (for international applicants).
- Evidence of significant professional engineering experience.
- Professional certifications.
- Reference letters.
- Applicants of the bioengineering specialization are expected to have taken a course in Differential Equations.
Careers
Materials Engineer
Pursue an exciting career creating materials and products at the atomic level. Materials engineers draw on nanoscience and engineering to design, build and test products in a variety of industries including aerospace, communications and defense.
A graduate engineering program can provide you with the nanotechnology background to make your mark as a leader in materials engineering.
Medical Scientist
Use your advanced engineering education to help people live happy, healthy lives. Medical scientists conduct and interpret clinical trials and other research to promote population health around the world.
A master’s in engineering from UC Riverside can provide you with the nanoscience tools and leadership abilities to impact humanity through medical research.
Chemist
Draw on your UCR education to thrive at the forefront of atomic and molecular science. Chemists conduct groundbreaking research in the ways substances react with one another to make advances in a number of different professional arenas.
A master’s in nanoscience engineering can help you make a name for yourself as a leader in the scientific community.
Student Outcomes
“The knowledge I learned from my classes is very applicable to the work that I do every day. I liked the course content and professors very much. They inspired me to do even more of my own research.”
– Peter Do
Class of 2017
“This program has been one of the best experiences I have ever had. I was so happy when I was accepted into the program because I value the university and its great reputation. The instructors have been exceptional throughout the Master of Science in Engineering – Materials at the Nanoscale program. I felt such great support from everyone throughout the program.
I am so glad I chose this specialization because it connects with the work I do now and I am applying what I have learned.”
– Curt Allen
Class of 2018
“Taking the program online, I was able to do extra research to assist me with grasping the engineering concepts.”
– David Butler
Class of 2016
Faculty
Dr. Tom Fryer
Master’s of Engineering Online
Cengiz Ozkan, Ph.D. Jiamin
Mechanical Engineering
Javier Garay, Ph.D. Younjin
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
Krassimir N. Bozhilov, Ph.D.
Adjunct Professor
Interested in this degree?
The University of California, Riverside has been recognized by a number of academic publications for a variety of different programs and attributes. In its most recent graduate school rankings, U.S. News & World Report counted UC Riverside among the top 30 Best Online Master’s in Engineering programs.
The University of California, Riverside is regionally accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). Regional accreditation assures students that UC Riverside meets the highest standards in terms of learning opportunities and a commitment to self-improvement.
U.S. News & World Report consistently ranks the University of California, Riverside among the top 3 in the nation for social mobility, an honor that reflects our longstanding commitment to cultural, professional and geographical diversity.
