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This is a very flexible program that permits advanced study from numerous disciplines in engineering and the sciences. Admission Requirements: Applicants are expected to have an accredited undergraduate degree in science or engineering. Candidates with other appropriate backgrounds may be considered. Bridge Program: To ensure academic success in their graduate studies, students may be required to take additional undergraduate or graduate courses before beginning graduate curricula. This program of courses will be individually-designed in consultation with the student’s graduate advisor. Such courses are not counted toward degree requirements. Degree Requirements: A minimum of 30 credits is required. A thesis or project may be included. Seminar : In addition to the minimum 30 degree credits, all students who receive departmental or research-based awards must enroll each semester in a graduate seminar. The seminar is selected in consultation with the graduate advisor. Required: 15 credits, selected in consultation with graduate advisor: 6 credits of 600-level mathematics 3 credits of 600-level physics, chemistry, or biology 6 credits of 600-level engineering courses PROJECT OR THESIS (optional): 3 or 6 credits: selected in consultation with graduate advisor Elective: 15 credits selected in consultation with graduate advisor The elective credits must form a meaningful and coherent program integrated with the specialization in science or engineering.
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