Overview

The Electrical Engineering and Computer Science programme at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) provides a sophisticated education rooted in mathematics, computation, and physical sciences. Students engage in a multidisciplinary environment that bridges the gap between technical engineering breakthroughs and strategic business management. This dual-degree pathway allows candidates to customise their academic journey while addressing complex challenges in data science, robotics, and hardware design.

Why Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)?

Students benefit from the department's world-leading faculty and its unique position within the Leaders for Global Operations (LGO) framework. The university provides access to cutting-edge research areas such as Artificial Intelligence, Quantum Materials, and Systems Theory. Furthermore, the programme maintains strong ties with prestigious partner companies, offering students the chance to conduct transformative research during their six-month internships. These collaborations often result in high-level dual-degree theses that solve real-world industrial problems.

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 is designed to be flexible, allowing students to align their technical studies with their professional goals. Modules may include:

Engineering Statistics and Data Science
System Optimization and Analysis for Operations
Feedback System Design
Solid-State Circuits
Automatic Speech Recognition
Analysis and Design of Digital Integrated Circuits
Optics and Photonics
Integrated Microelectronics Devices
Advanced Algorithms

Careers with Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

Graduates are highly sought after for their rare combination of technical expertise and management acumen. Many alumni secure leadership positions in the electronics, software, e-commerce, and web services sectors. Common career paths include roles in strategic management, operations management, and project management. Additionally, graduates find success in specialised fields such as biotechnology, research institutes, and global management consulting, often working for the university's extensive network of partner organisations.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Feedback System Design

Solid-State Circuits

Molecular, Cellular, and Tissue Biomechanics

Artificial Intelligence

Computer System Architecture

Medical Device Design

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Cambridge, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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

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Other requirements

General requirements

A strong academic background in science or engineering with significant knowledge of electrical engineering or computer science. Previous LGO EECS students have enrolled with degrees in computer science, physics, applied mathematics, biomedical engineering, and electrical engineering. In rare cases, students have a background in another engineering discipline with research and work experience in an EECS field.

Defined research interests in line with EECS’s department research areas.

Applicants should have a stated interest in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science. Previous work experience in an industrial setting is ideal. Former students came from systems engineering and design engineering roles within firms in the aerospace, IT, electronics, and software industries.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

64310 USD / year

≈ 64310 USD / year
Out-of-State

64310 USD / year

≈ 64310 USD / year
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In-State

64310 USD / year

≈ 64310 USD / year

Living costs

Cambridge

United States

1814 - 3756 USD / month

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