Master of Science in Interdisciplinary Engineering
Consistently ranked among the top online master’s in engineering programs by U.S. News & World Report, the online Master of Science in Interdisciplinary Engineering degree offers professionals a customizable educational experience with access to 200+ online courses taught by Purdue College of Engineering faculty across 15+ schools and departments.
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Overview
Unlock a world of possibilities with the Master of Science in Interdisciplinary Engineering
- Gain a competitive edge with interdisciplinary skills crucial for today’s complex engineering challenges. Recognized as a top online program by U.S. News and World Report, the online Master of Science in Interdisciplinary Engineering offers professionals the ability to tailor their curriculum to meet their professional and personal goals.
- Concentrations and course options range from robotics engineering to aeronautics and astronautics to materials engineering to engineering management and leadership and more.
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Program Specifics
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Within the 30-33-credit hours, professionals will up their technical skillsets to utilize within their work environment. The customizable curriculum offers professionals the opportunity to advance their current engineering education and/or take advance courses in other disciplines.

30 credit hours are required to complete the full Master’s in Interdisciplinary Engineering
Degree Requirements: 30 Credits
- 18 Credit Hours Required among graduate courses within the College of Engineering
- 12 Credit Hours Required among elective courses (i.e. Math, Statistics, and/or approved transfer courses)
After you begin your studies at Purdue, an academic advisor will provide you with tools to map out a plan of study and help you define a concentration tailored to align with your specific goals. Your academic advisor will also help you identify a faculty advisor.
Master’s Degrees Can Help Professionals Make Big Career Leaps
For many professionals, earning a master’s degree can provide a big return-on-investment. In addition to financial benefits like salary increases and promotions, master’s degrees also help professionals learn in-demand skills, which can improve their job prospects, help them pivot to a new industry, or help them stay competitive in a rapidly changing market. Many employers value the advanced skills that master’s programs teach, and research shows that job candidates with master’s degrees have average salary increases from 25% to more than 75% in select fields. Ask your enrollment counselor for details on Purdue’s online master’s programs or learn more about the benefits of earning a master’s here.
Career Outcomes

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