Overview

The Materials and Nuclear Engineering program offered by the University of Nevada, Las Vegas , consists of two master’s degree tracks: Materials Engineering and Nuclear Engineering.

The materials engineering track consists of a core curriculum in material science, metallurgy, and materials performance, which is to be augmented by advanced level classes in corrosion engineering, physical metallurgy, mechanical metallurgy, mechanics of materials, and nuclear materials.

The nuclear engineering track consists of a core curriculum in applied nuclear science and engineering, coupled with advanced classes in the student’s sub-discipline.

Learning Objectives

M.S.M.N.E. Non-Thesis Track

The M.S.M.N.E. non-thesis track strives to provide a learning centered environment where accomplished faculty share their experience and knowledge with students so that graduates of the program can:

Demonstrate an advanced technical knowledge of state-of-the-art and evolving areas associated with the mechanical engineering field so that they can lead and direct engineering and scientific industry teams in their chosen field of study.

Demonstrate the ability to solve open-ended design problems.

M.S.M.N.E. Thesis Track

The M.S.M.N.E. thesis track strives to provide a learning centered environment where accomplished faculty share their experience and knowledge with students so that graduates of the program can:

Demonstrate an advanced technical knowledge of state-of-the-art and evolving areas associated with the mechanical engineering field so that they can lead and direct engineering and scientific industry teams in their chosen field of study.

Demonstrate the ability to work creatively and independently on research topics.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Corrosion Engineering

Composite Materials

Special Topics
Engineering

Mechanical Metallurgy

Fracture of Engineering Materials

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Key information

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-10-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2025-12-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-05-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Las Vegas, United States

Disciplines

Materials Science Nuclear Engineering View 25 other Masters in Materials Science in United States

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Academic requirements

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English requirements

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6.5

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General requirements

Applicants must complete the on-line process in the Grad Rebel Gateway system

A written statement of purpose

Two letters of recommendation

The applicant must have a bachelor's degree in engineering or a closely related discipline

Transcripts All applicants are required to submit a transcript from each postsecondary institution attended, showing all degrees and coursework, the dates awarded, and grades received. If the institution is outside the U.S., a foreign credential evaluation may be required.

Credentials not in English must be accompanied by an English translation certified as true by a university official, an official representative of a United States embassy or consulate, the United States Information Service, the United States Education Foundation, or an approved professional translating service. Notarized copies of originals or translations are not considered official.

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Tuition Fee

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International

26658 USD/year

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National

26368 USD/year

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7736 USD/year

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Based on the tuition of 7736 USD per year

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