Master of Science (MSc) Programmes

MUST offers 18–month Master of Science degree programmes which are modeled after programmes at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). The programmes currently available are as follows:

• Master of Science in Information Technology (KP/JPS(KN3544)10/07)
• Master of Science in Biotechnology (KP/JPS(KN3543)10/07)
• Master of Science in Transportation and Logistics (KP/JPS(KN2423)10/07)
• Master of Science in Materials Science and Engineering (KP/JPS(KA4148)06/09) *
• Master of Science in Construction Engineering and Management (KP/JPS(KA4147)03/09)
• Master of Science in Systems Engineering and Management (KP/JPS(KA5093)09/09)
• Master of Science in Energy and Environment (KP/JPS(KA5094)10/09) *

Each degree programme consists of 3 semesters of 16 weeks each as well as 2 short sessions of 6 weeks each. Each programme combines an in-depth study of one branch of an engineering field together with studies of its broader technical implications, its economics, political, regulatory, and management contexts. The programme will also provide students with experience in carrying out research projects, both individually, as well as a member of a team.

University Core Courses

There are 3 university core courses, which all students are required to complete:

• Engineering Systems Analysis for Design
• Sustainable Development: Theory, Research and Policy
• Research Methods
• (One course from any other programme other than the enrolled programme)

In addition to these courses and the specific degree courses, all candidates for the Master of Science degree, irrespective of their area of specialization, are also required to take and complete a Thesis.