Doctor of Philosophy in Materials Science and Engineering - Mechanical and Energy Engineering

Discover the next technological innovation in Mechanical and Energy Engineering through Materials Science. The Doctor of Philosophy degree in Materials Science and Engineering with a concentration in Mechanical and Energy Engineering represents the highest level of scholarship and achievement in independent research that culminates in the completion of a dissertation of original scientific merit. The program provides strong collaborative links with other universities and industries in the Dallas-Fort Worth region and research organizations throughout the country and the world.The department addresses the educational and technological challenges of creating, applying and characterizing new materials for manufacturing products in the 21st century.As part of your graduate studies, you will learn all aspects of modern materials and their characterization, including metals, ceramics, polymers, and electronic and optical materials. With small class sizes, you'll work closely with nationally recognized faculty members on research projects to solve complex problems, many of which lead to exciting internship opportunities.