UofL’s online M.S. in Materials and Energy Science & Engineering (MESE) is a multidisciplinary program, designed to equip materials and energy scientists and engineers to better address this challenge, advance their careers and develop the expertise needed to support and implement new energy technologies.
The program delivers in-depth knowledge in areas such as materials chemistry and physics, processing, energy conversion and storage, and systems-level engineering. Graduates will be prepared to address modern energy-based challenges and positively affect the quality of life around the world.
Program Highlights
- Gain expertise and highly-marketable skills in areas including solar energy conversion, energy storage, biofuels and biomass conversion, solar fuels, materials characterization, and advanced energy materials.
- Understand and effectively communicate about contemporary materials and energy science and engineering topics.
- Join a top Engineering school (as ranked by U.S. News & World Report) and learn from faculty with extensive applied experience.
- Complete your degree in just 1 year with 15-week terms, or enroll as a part-time student and move through the program at a pace that works for you.
- Take advantage of convenient 100% online classes with access to courses anytime, anywhere.
- Build a strong foundation to pursue doctoral studies in related disciplines.
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This interdisciplinary program is offered through Dean’s Office within the J.B. Speed School of Engineering at the University of Louisville. UofL has a strong materials and energy science & engineering research community, consisting of established collaborations between the Conn Center for Renewable Energy Research and various departments across the university.
Outcomes
Employment opportunities for materials and energy science engineering graduates are predicted to continue growing faster than the average for all occupations through 2020, with a reported 10-year job growth of around 62% (CNNMoney), with a reported median pay over $83,000 (BLS.gov).
As a graduate of this program, you will have the expertise and practical skills to:
- Design, develop and enact potential solutions and technologies that advance the way energy is generated, stored and distributed.
- Better understand the broad social, ethical and professional issues related to contemporary science and engineering practices.
- Advance your current materials and energy science career and become a leader in your organization.
- Gain new employment within industries including semiconductor/opto-electronics, catalysts, and energy as well as to pursue entrepreneurship or join government and corporate labs.
- Pursue further professional/doctoral studies in materials and energy science, engineering or a related field.
