Is a Duke Master's Degree Right for Me?

A Duke Master's may be right if You Want

  • Focused, in-depth study of a cutting-edge topic
  • Career advancement through mastering fundamental business skills
  • Real-world, hands-on experiences—in the classroom and during an internship

Compare Duke's Degree Programs

  Duke Master of Engineering (MEng) Traditional Engineering Master's & PhD Programs
Curriculum
  • Core industry prep courses in business fundamentals and management
  • Technical courses in the engineering discipline you choose
  • An internship
Research-based. Focused on advanced technical comprehension in a specific technical discipline 
Undergraduate Requirement An undergraduate degree in engineering or science An undergraduate degree in a related discipline
Duration Graduate in 18 months to 2 years 2 to 8, or more, years
Work Experience Tailored for students in the early stage of their careers Varies widely
Career Pathways Technical leadership in public or private sectors, from established companies to startups Academic positions, or work in public or private research laboratories