Graduate Degrees

Pursue a PhD or MS in aerospace or mechanical engineering, or a Master of Engineering in aerospace systems. Get an MS in mechanical engineering completely online within two years. Concentrate your studies in AME research focus areas, expand your professional skills or prepare for further graduate studies. 

Follow links on this page to the UA Graduate College for AME grad program requirements. Additionally, the University of Arizona AME graduate student handbooks expand on program requirements and expectations. 

Doctor of Philosophy in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering

• Research-intensive program
• Seminars and options for individual and case study
• Admission directly after bachelor’s or master’s degree, or indirectly after master’s degree

PhD Requirements

PhD-AE 

PhD-ME

Master of Science in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering

• Thesis, non-thesis and report options available
• Four core areas: dynamics and control systems, fluid mechanics, solid mechanics and dynamics, and thermal sciences
• Seminar and analysis courses 
• Options in MEMS and biomechanical 

MS Requirements

Online Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering

• Designed for working engineers
• Classes in math, dynamics and thermal sciences
• Summer courses available

Online MS Requirements

Master of Engineering in Aerospace Systems

• High-level, fast-paced coursework 
• Significant industry-driven projects
• Emphasis on skills and practical analysis
• Training for professional advancement or further graduate studies

ME Requirements

Courses

Visit the UA Catalog for graduate course descriptions.