Graduate Degree Programs

Through its six academic departments and Tufts Gordon Institute, the School of Engineering offers: a master of science degree (a thesis is required in some programs); a master of engineering degree that is especially well suited for part-time, practicing engineers; and a doctor of philosophy degree in selected areas of research excellence. Tuition scholarships, teaching scholarships, and research assistantships are awarded on a competitive basis to graduate admissions candidates. Prospective and current students should consult with the individual departments to obtain detailed policies regarding degree requirements and programs. A combined five-year B.S./M.S. or a B.S./M.Eng. degree is offered in every engineering department. Customized concentration options in each program may be arranged with an advisor.

Degree Options:

Bioengineering (M.Eng., M.S.)
Concentrations in:
- Bioinformatics
- Biomaterials
- Biomechanical Systems and Devices
- Cell and Bioprocess Engineering
- Environmental Biotechnology
- Signals and Systems
Biomedical Engineering (M.Eng., M.S., Ph.D.)
Biotechnology Engineering (Ph.D.)
Chemical Engineering (M.Eng., M.S., Ph.D.)
Civil and Environmental Engineering (M.Eng., M.S., Ph.D.)
Concentrations in:
- Environmental Engineering
- Infrastructure Engineering
- Geotechnical and Geo-Environmental Engineering
- Structural Engineering
- Water Resources Engineering
- Environmental Health
- Environmental and Water Resources Engineering
Cognitive Science (Ph.D.)
Computer Science (M.S., Ph.D.)
Electrical Engineering (M.S., Ph.D.)
Human Factors (M.S.)
Mechanical Engineering (M.Eng., M.S., Ph.D.)
Engineering Management (M.S.E.M.)
Water Diplomacy, IGERT (Ph.D.)
Soft Material Robotics, IGERT (Ph.D.)

Cognitive Science, Ph.D.

Matthias Scheutz, coginitive and computer scientist Associate Professor Matthias Scheutz is the director of the interdisciplinary Cognitive Science program. Cognitive science is an interdisciplinary effort to understand and explain the mind. It draws on knowledge from psychology, computer science, philosophy, linguistics, anthropology, neuroscience, and biology, among others. Cutting across the information and life sciences, cognitive science is a paradigmatic multi- and inter-disciplinary research program with enormous future societal benefits, especially as intelligent artificial agents are becoming part of our lives.

Water Diplomacy, Ph.D.

Professor Shafiqul Islam is the director of the interdisciplinary Water Diplomacy program launched in Fall 2011. Bringing together faculty from the School of Engineering and Arts & Sciences as well as the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy, Tufts University is poised to blend science, engineering, policy, and diplomacy to create a truly integrative program in water diplomacy.