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Degree Programs

  • Master of Science (M.S.)
  • Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering (M.S.B.M.E.)
  • Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering (M.S.E.C.E.)
  • Master of Science in Engineering (M.S.E.)
  • Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering (M.S.M.E.)
  • Master of Science in Music Technology (M.S.M.T.)
  • Master of Science in Music Therapy (M.S.M.Th.)
  • Master of Science in Technology (M.S.T.)
  • *Doctor of Philosophy in Biomedical Engineering (Ph.D.Bm.E.)
  • *Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical and Computer Engineering (Ph.D.E.C.E.)
  • *Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering (Ph.D.M.E.)
  • Doctor of Philosophy in Music Technology (Ph.D.)

*Jointly offered with Purdue University, West Lafayette.

Graduate Programs in Biomedical Engineering
Biomedical engineering is an interdisciplinary program and a joint effort of the Purdue School of Engineering and Technology, the Purdue School of Science, and the Indiana University Schools of Medicine and Dentistry at Indiana University–Purdue University at Indianapolis (IUPUI). In addition to these participating academic units, the program operates in close collaboration with several centers and facilities on campus, and with the Department of Biomedical Engineering at Purdue University, West Lafayette.

The department also offers an accelerated combined bachelor's and master's degree program which allows academically successful students the opportunity to earn both B.S. and M.S. degrees in a total of five years.  For more information about the 5-year B.S./M.S.B.M.E. combined degree program visit:  http://www.engr.iupui.edu/departments/bme/undergrad/bme-5-year-bsms.php.

Students interested in the M.S.B.M.E. degree may apply directly to the Department of Biomedical Engineering in the Purdue School of Engineering and Technology. Students planning to pursue the Ph.D. degree, apply directly to the Weldon School of Biomedical Engineering at West Lafayette, even though they may be resident and study on the Indianapolis campus.

Contact for Biomedical Engineering: bmegrad@iupui.edu

For more information about the M.S.B.M.E program visit:
http://engr.iupui.edu/departments/bme/grad/index.php

For more information about the Ph.D.B.M.E. program visit:
http://engr.iupui.edu/departments/bme/grad/phdbme/index.php

Graduate Programs in Electrical and Computer Engineering
Students may earn the Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering (M.S.E.C.E.) or the Master of Science in Engineering (M.S.E.), through the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the Purdue School of Engineering and Technology at IUPUI. The M.S.E.C.E. degree is organized into several areas of study, including computer engineering, controls and automation, communication and signal processing, and VLSI and circuit design. The M.S.E. degree provides an interdisciplinary plan of study and is typically offered to Bachelor's degree holders in fields other than electrical or computer engineering.  Students with bachelor's degrees in fields other than electrical or computer engineering may pursue the M.S.E.C.E. if they successfully complete the prescribed prerequisite courses.

Qualified research-oriented students may be approved to pursue the Ph.D. degree in electrical and computer engineering at IUPUI. The Ph.D. degree is a research-oriented degree, which is organized into several areas of study, including computer engineering, controls and automation, communication and signal processing, VLSI and circuit design and power and energy.

Contact for Electrical and Computer Engineering: ecegrad@iupui.edu

For more information about the M.S.E.C.E. program visit: http://engr.iupui.edu/departments/ece/grad/index.php

For more information about the ECE Ph.D. program visit: http://engr.iupui.edu/departments/ece/grad/phd-degree-programs.php

Graduate Programs in Mechanical Engineering
The Department of Mechanical Engineering has an outstanding engineering faculty with research interests and expertise in the areas of advanced computer-aided design and manufacturing, materials, biomechanics, composites, computational fluid dynamics, computer-aided design, combustion, controls, fluid mechanics, finite element analysis, fracture, heat transfer, propulsion, robotics, solid and structural mechanics, stress analysis, and turbomachinery. The department offers graduate programs of study that lead to the degrees of Master of Science (M.S.), Master of Science in Engineering (M.S.E.), Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering (M.S.M.E.), and Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering (Ph.D.M.E.).  The program leading to the Ph.D. in mechanical engineering is jointly administered with the School of Mechanical Engineering at Purdue University, West Lafayette.

The department also offers two accelerated combined bachelor's and master's degree programs, which enable students to complete both B.S. and M.S. degrees within five years. The combined degree programs are available to high achieving mechanical engineering undergraduates leading to a combined B.S. and M.S. degrees in M.E. (B.S./M.S.M.E.) or a combined B.S. degree in Physics and M.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering (B.P.M.M.E.) for high performing physics undergraduates. The combined degrees prepare students for advanced engineering careers with two degrees (bachelor's and master's) in five years.

In addition to graduate degree programs, the department also offers graduate certificate programs in the following areas:

  • Graduate Certificate in Computer-Aided Mechanical Engineering
  • Graduate Certificate in Energy Management and Assessment
  • Graduate Certificate in Hybrid Electric Vehicle Technology
  • Graduate Certificate in Systems Engineering

Additional information about graduate and combined programs in mechanical engineering and graduate certificates are provided at this website:

http://engr.iupui.edu/departments/me/grad/index.php

Graduate Programs in Music Technology
The Master of Science in Music Technology (M.S.M.T.) program provides professional education in areas of computer-based music technology, multimedia and interactive design, and multimedia production techniques.  The primary focus is on the development of research-related competencies and integration of research findings into the development and use of music technology with specialties in 1) recording, manipulation, and live sounds; 2) the creative production of electronic music and live electronics; and 3) music technology in education and predagogy.  The program, offered online or on campus, is conferred by Indiana University and accredited by the National Association for Schools of Music.  The Ph.D. in Music Technology extends the research emphasis of the M.S.M.T. and is designed for students with backgrounds in music technology, music, computer science, engineering, informatics, human computer interaction, and other related fields.  The principal objective of the Ph.D. is to train graduate who will conduct research and develop transformative new technologies in music and the arts; examine the practices of designing, making, and managing music technology, and apply music technology in education and industry.  The Ph.D. in Music Technology is offered on campus only.

http://www.engr.iupui.edu/departments/mat/grad/msmt.php

Master of Science in Music Therapy
The Master of Science in Music Therapy (M.S.M.Th.) program is a professional program designed to provide board-certified music therapists with advanced research and clinical practice competencies.  The M.S.M.Th. degree is unique, providing music therapists with the opportunity to infuse advanced music technology concepts and skills throughout the curriculum.  The M.S. in Music Therapy leverages close collaborations with the IU Schools of Medicine, Nursing, Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, providing rich resources for inter-professional collaboration and learning.  The program is accredited through the National Association of Schools of Music and approved by the American Music Therapy Association (AMTA).  The degree, conferred by Indiana University, is offered online or on campus.

http://www.engr.iupui.edu/departments/mat/grad/msmth.php

Master of Science in Technology
The School of Engineering and Technology offers graduate education in technology in specific technology-related discipline areas with the primary goal of developing advanced technical skills for practitioners in industry.  The Master of Science in Technology (M.S.T.) degree program is designed so that graduates holding a B.S. degree in a technology discipline or a related area can complete their degree as a full-time or part-time student while working full-time.  The M.S. in Technology curriculum consists of a total of 33 credit hours with plans of study ranging from "course only" to those which include a directed project.  The Technology academic departments jointly offering the M.S. in Technology degree are listed below.

Department of Computer Information and Graphics Technology (CIGT)
MS in Technology degree program with disciplines in:

  • Information Security and Assurance (InfoSec)
  • Applied Data Management and Analytics

Department of Engineering Technology (ENT)
MS in Technology degree program with disciplines in:

  • Facilities Management (A fully online IFMA-accredited program)
  • Motorsports

Department of Technology Leadership and Communication (TLC)
MS in Technology degree program with disciplines in:

  • Organizational Leadership (OLS)
  • Human Resource Development (HRD)
  • Technical Communication (TCM)

Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Development

Housed with the Department of Technology, Leadership, and Communication, the 12 credit-hour graduate Certificate in Human Resource Development (HRD) can be earned by itself or in conjunction with earning the Master of Science in Technology.  The HRD Certificate provides students with a solid foundation in the fundamentals of Human Resource Development knowledge and skills.

For more information about the Technology graduate programs visit: http://engr.iupui.edu/main/academics/grad/index.php