About the course

Materials engineering is concerned with the processing, structure, properties, and performance of diverse materials which include metals and their alloys, semiconductors, ceramics, glass, polymers, composites, and nanomaterials. The materials engineer applies principles of math, physics and chemistry to design, produce, characterize, and utilize materials essential to modern society. Examples range in size and properties from the nanometer-thick atomic layers which form transistors on integrated circuit chips to the single-crystal superalloy blades used in turbine engines to the metallic alloys used in transcontinental pipelines and power lines. The Materials Science and NanoEngineering curriculum provides students with the requisite skills and educational background to contribute to the solution of many materials and nanoengineering problems, allow graduates to work in a fascinating field, and make it possible to become a leader in one of the most challenging areas of technology. Upon completing the BA degree with a major in Materials Science and Nanoengineering, students will demonstrate: An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering. An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability. An ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems. An ability to communicate effectively. A knowledge of contemporary issues. An ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice.

　　Program Learning Outcomes for the BA Degree with a Major in Materials Science and Nanoengineering

　　Upon completing the BA degree with a major in Materials Science and Nanoengineering, students will demonstrate:

　　An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.

　　An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors.

　　An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences.

　　An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.

　　An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.

　　An ability to acquire an apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 8 Semester(s)Fees: US$228,840

Intake	Location
Fall (August), 2024	Houston
Fall (August), 2025	Houston

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Rice University

Official high school transcripts including grades from first marking period. Supporting Financial Documentation. Rice welcomes applications from students who have been

　　homeschooled. The new, redesigned SAT (Reading/Writing/Language and Math - SAT Essay is optional). The ACT (Writing is optional). If you have received two years of instruction in English, you are not required to submit the TOEFL or IELTS. The minimum acceptable score on the TOEFL iBT (internet-based test) is 100, or a sum total of 75 on the TOEFL PDT (paper-delivered test). The minimum acceptable score on the IELTS is 7.

　　

English language requirements

　　7.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 100.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

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