M.Eng. in Plasma Engineering
A focused degree that equips you to exceed expectations in semiconductor manufacturing, industrial plasmas, nuclear fusion, and more.
Finding solutions to current and future processing challenges requires a mastery of the core concepts of plasma engineering as well as topical depth in a professional focus area.
The Master of Engineering in Engineering with Concentration in Plasma Engineering is a professionally-oriented masterʼs degree from The Grainger College of Engineering that will help you to develop this expertise and gain hands-on experience with a practicum or a project.
POWER YOUR POTENTIAL
Combine core plasma education with flexible electives
Students select twelve hours of elective courses to create a custom degree. Choose from areas relevant to plasma engineering, such as:
- material science
- semiconductor processing
- plasma medicine
- energy systems
Graduate with real-world experience in industry
M.Eng. students in the Plasma Engineering program have the exclusive opportunity to complete a Capstone Program course. You'll engage in a one-semester project in cooperation with an industry sponsor. The sponsor provides the project and a mentor. You'll work either independently or as part of a team, and will be responsible for working with your industry client to satisfy project requirements, communicate progress, and complete the assignment.
CAREERS IN PLASMA ENGINEERING
Plasmas power our future.
An increasing number of modern advancements rely on knowledge and skill in deploying plasma applications. Among these are biotechnology, solar power, semiconductor manufacturing, medical and materials manufacturing, and more. There is great potential for our plasma engineering graduates to make ever greater contributions to society as leaders in the field.
CREDITS & COURSES
For more information on core coursework, elective choices, capstone project options, and other requirements, visit our Curriculum page.
HOW TO APPLY
Ready to apply? Learn more about the application process and materials you need to submit with your online application through The Graduate College.
TUITION & FEES
The tuition for the program follows the campus graduate and professional engineering program rates. Find out more about fees and financial aid options.
Why choose a Plasma M.Eng. degree from Illinois?
Learning new technologies has always been a favorite part of being an engineering student for Energy Systems alumni Andrew Morrice.
For decades, Illinois has been at the cutting edge in the field of semiconductor processing, many of which rely on plasmas. The plasma engineering program at UIUC is one of the first of its kind to offer a tailored curriculum for students wanting to enter the semiconductor industry and work with plasma technology – which appealed to me a great deal.”
Andrew Morrice
M.Eng., 2021
How can we help you?
Our program coordinators can help you with questions about your graduate studies.