Why Duke?
Innovative Engineering Education in Emerging Fields
The Duke Engineering Institute for Enterprise Engineering is dedicated to providing high-impact professional education tailored to evolving industry needs—all drawing on Duke’s robust research and educational strengths.
Is a Duke Master’s Degree Right for Me?
Choosing an engineering master’s degree program is a pivotal decision that impacts your career trajectory. Duke Engineering offers distinct pathways:
Each is curated to meet the needs of varying professional goals and interests.
Consider a Duke Engineering Master’s Degree
- Focused Study on Cutting-Edge Topics: Engage in an in-depth exploration of advanced subjects and emerging technologies shaping the future.
- Career Advancement: Elevate your career by mastering not only technical skills but also essential business and management skills.
- Real-World Experience: Gain hands-on experience through practical coursework, projects, and internships that prepare you for real-world challenges.
Compare Duke’s Master of Engineering to Traditional Programs
Understanding the differences between the Master of Engineering and traditional master’s or PhD programs can help you make an informed choice about which path aligns best with your career aspirations.
| Features | Duke Master of Engineering (MEng) | Traditional Master’s & PhD Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Curriculum Focus | Combines core industry preparation courses in business fundamentals and management with technical courses in a chosen engineering discipline. An internship bridges theory with practice. | Primarily research-based, focusing on advanced technical comprehension and specialization within a specific discipline. Often involves a thesis or dissertation. |
| Undergraduate Requirements | Requires an undergraduate degree in engineering or a science-related field. | Requires an undergraduate degree in engineering or a closely related discipline. |
| Program Duration | 18 months to 2 years. Ideal for professionals looking to accelerate their career progression. | 2 to 6 years for a master’s or up to 8 or more years for a PhD, depending on research scope and depth. |
| Work Experience | Tailored for early-career professionals or recent graduates seeking to enhance their technical and managerial skills. | Suitable for individuals aiming for academic careers or specialized research roles in various sectors, including public and private research entities. Varies widely and may benefit from some prior research experience. |
| Career Pathways | Prepares graduates for technical leadership roles across public and private sectors, including established companies and startups. | Leads to academic positions or specialized roles in research and development within public or private laboratories and institutions. |
Discover More About Our Programs
Embrace the opportunity to advance your career with a master’s degree from one of the world’s leading universities. At Duke, you’ll gain the technical expertise, real-world experience and professional network needed to elevate your career and make significant impacts in your chosen field.
Explore Duke’s diverse offerings. Discover at Duke how you can be part of engineering the future.
The Duke Difference
Learn from Leading Experts
Our faculty are not just professors. They’re seasoned professionals in experience in prominent industry positions. They are respected in Engineering, Management, Law, Finance and more.
Global Network and Career Services
Joining Duke Engineering means you become part of a vibrant, supportive community that extends globally. Receive personalized career services to navigate your professional journey.
Funding Opportunities
Duke Engineering is proud to collaborate with industry partners. Our partners provide scholarships and other funding opportunities. Check out Bright Horizons EdAssist and Boeing Learning Together.