Overview

The Advanced Manufacturing and Design - Integrated Photonics at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) provides students with the technical expertise required to lead in the emerging integrated photonic circuit industry. This specialised track integrates rigorous academic coursework with hands-on industrial experience to prepare graduates for complex engineering challenges. Students develop a deep understanding of how to manage the rate, quality, and flexibility of modern production operations.

Why Advanced Manufacturing and Design - Integrated Photonics at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)?

This programme stands out for its focus on innovation in science and engineering technology, specifically tailored for the delivery of new integrated photonics products. Students benefit from a collaborative environment where they work in culturally diverse teams to bring product ideas from design specification through to market commercialisation. The curriculum is designed to foster critical thinking and ethical professional identity within the global manufacturing sector.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 32155 per semester
National fee: USD 32155 per semester
Local fee: USD 32155 per semester

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Syllabus

The curriculum includes core manufacturing fundamentals and specialised photonics electives. Modules may include:

Manufacturing Processes and Systems
Manufacturing Systems
Management for Engineers
Micro/Nano Processing Technology
Photonic Materials and Devices
Optics and Photonics
Optical Signals, Devices, and Systems
Control of Manufacturing Processes
Supply Chain Planning

Careers with Advanced Manufacturing and Design - Integrated Photonics

Graduates are prepared for leadership roles as technical managers and knowledgeable engineers within the integrated photonics and manufacturing industries. The programme equips individuals with the skills to manage resources and facilitate the transition of complex product designs into commercial successes. Alumni often pursue careers as professional engineers and entrepreneurs, focusing on the ethical application of business concepts and the development of new manufacturing tools.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Micro/Nano Processing Technology

Photonic Materials and Devices

Photonics

Optics and Photonics

Optical Signals, Devices, and Systems

Manufacturing Processes and Systems

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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100

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Credits

48 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Cambridge, United States

Disciplines

Industrial Design Design Production and Manufacturing Engineering View 447 other Masters in Design in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

The completed application form

Minimum of three letters of recommendation

Uploaded official/unofficial copies of transcripts. We will require official transcripts upon admission.

Self-report GRE results – general test only.

IELTS (preferred) or TOEFL for international students whose native language is not English.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

64310 USD / year

≈ 64310 USD / year
Out-of-State

64310 USD / year

≈ 64310 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

64310 USD / year

≈ 64310 USD / year

Living costs

Cambridge

United States

1814 - 3756 USD / month

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