Offered by McMaster University in Hamilton, Canada, MA/MS in Materials Science and Engineering (MASc) is a master's degree in Materials Science programme. The programme runs for 2 years.
At a glance
Degree:Master's Degree
Field:Materials Science
Duration: 2 years
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The Master of Applied Science in Materials Science and Engineering at McMaster University is a thesis-based graduate program in the Faculty of Engineering. Students undertake original research into the structure, properties, processing, and performance of materials, including metals, ceramics, polymers, and composites, working under the supervision of a faculty advisor. The program combines required coursework with an independent research project culminating in a written thesis and its oral defence. Full-time students typically complete the degree in about two years; part-time study is also available. Graduates are prepared for further doctoral study or for research and development roles in materials, manufacturing, and advanced technology industries. The program admits students for the September, January, and May terms, with application deadlines varying by term and applicant category. It is administered by McMaster's Department of Materials Science and Engineering within the School of Graduate Studies.
Requirements
Admission Requirements: Applicants require an Honours Bachelor's degree (4-year) in engineering, science, or an equivalent field; an anticipated minimum standing in the B+ range (about 77-79%) is considered for admission, though meeting this threshold makes an application accessible to faculty rather than guaranteeing an offer, and applications are reviewed holistically alongside reference letters, a statement of interest, and a sample of recent work. The thesis-based program requires four half-courses (12 units) plus the presentation and defence of a thesis; a co-op option is available. Applicants whose first language is not English may be exempted if their degree was completed in English; otherwise a minimum TOEFL iBT score of 88 (550 paper-based, 213 computer-based) or an IELTS Academic score of 6.5 overall with no band below 5.5 is required.
