Overview
Key Features
The Systems Modeling program of Worcester Polytechnic Institute strengthens your understanding of and experience with the formal and computer simulation-based approaches to the construction and analysis of mathematical models. You'll explore these models in the context of economic, social, and physical systems. Students learn how to apply modeling concepts across disciplines so they are able to use the skills and apply them to real-world situations and scenarios.
This interdisciplinary degree is granted by the Social Science & Policy Studies Department and the Mathematical Sciences Department and includes courses in mathematics and system dynamics.
Programme Structure
- Course work builds on methodologies such as feedback control theory, optimization, numerical methods, and computer simulation, but you'll also incorporate various electives in the engineering, science, and management departments.
- You’ll explore how those methodologies are applied across various disciplines including management, biology, ecology, and economics. Complete course descriptions can be found in the current graduate course schedule. See Graduate Admissions for admissions information.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Industrial & Systems Engineering View 329 other Masters in Industrial & Systems Engineering in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Transcripts for all post-secondary colleges or universities
- Application fee of $70
- Three letters of recommendation from individuals who can comment on your qualifications for pursuing graduate study are required
- GRE: Required
- Statement of purpose
- TOEFL / IELTS scores
Tuition Fee
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International
28980 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 28980 USD per year during 12 months. -
National
28980 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 28980 USD per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Worcester
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.