Graduate Programs

Take your engineering education further at UC Davis. Our 11 graduate programs offer M.S., M.Eng., D.Eng. and Ph.D. degrees across a diverse range of disciplines and research areas. Consider your academic and research interests as you find the program that’s right for you, then connect with program coordinators and faculty to learn more. Application deadlines vary by program, between December 1 and January 15.

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Biological Systems Engineering

Advance sustainable solutions at the intersection of engineering, biology and life sciences through graduate study in Biological Systems Engineering at UC Davis. Students work across disciplines to address challenges in sustainable agriculture, biotechnology, bioenergy and the management of biological resources, with opportunities to collaborate across the College of Engineering and College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences.

IDP ↗ M.Eng. ↗ M.S. ↗ Ph.D. ↗

Biomedical Engineering

Improve health and advance medicine through graduate study in Biomedical Engineering at UC Davis. Students pursue interdisciplinary research at the intersection of engineering and medical and biological sciences, with opportunities to work alongside human and veterinary clinicians on technologies and solutions that address complex health challenges.

M.S. ↗ Ph.D. ↗

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Chemical Engineering

Pursue graduate study in chemical engineering through a highly personalized and interdisciplinary experience at UC Davis. With individualized faculty mentoring and opportunities to collaborate across disciplines, students can tailor their studies and research to their interests while preparing for careers in academia, industry and research.

M.Eng. ↗ M.S. ↗ Ph.D. ↗

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Civil and Environmental Engineering

Address challenges facing the natural and built environment through graduate study in Civil and Environmental Engineering at UC Davis. Students work closely with leading faculty, with access to robust research support and state-of-the-art facilities while pursuing interdisciplinary research across civil infrastructure and environmental systems.

M.S. ↗ Ph.D. ↗

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Computer Science

Join a highly collaborative community advancing the frontiers of computer science at UC Davis. With more than 90 faculty spanning computer science, engineering and other campus disciplines, students benefit from individualized mentoring and research opportunities as they prepare for careers in academia, industry and research.

M.S. ↗ Ph.D. ↗

Electrical and Computer Engineering

Advance the technologies shaping our connected world through graduate study in Electrical and Computer Engineering at UC Davis. Students can tailor their studies to their interests while pursuing cutting-edge research across areas such as communications, computer engineering, electronic circuits, photonics, signal processing and physical electronics.

IDP ↗ M.S. (Thesis) ↗ M.S. (Exam) ↗ Ph.D. ↗

Energy Systems

Prepare to tackle the complex energy challenges of the future through interdisciplinary graduate study in Energy Systems at UC Davis. Students draw on expertise across engineering, physical sciences, environmental sciences, economics, management and policy while researching the environmental, economic, social and technological dimensions of energy systems.

M.S. ↗ Ph.D. ↗

Materials Science and Engineering

Discover and develop the materials that will shape the future through graduate study in Materials Science and Engineering at UC Davis. Students combine state-of-the-art research facilities with individualized faculty mentoring in an interdisciplinary environment, with degree options designed for students pursuing research, professional advancement and further study.

M.Eng. ↗ M.S. ↗ Ph.D. ↗

Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

Design the systems of tomorrow through graduate study in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at UC Davis. Interdisciplinary design is at the heart of the program, with students collaborating across engineering and related fields while pursuing research in areas such as aerospace, advanced manufacturing, robotics, biomechanics, energy and micro- and nanotechnology.

M.S. ↗ Ph.D. ↗

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Medical Device Development

Accelerate your career in medical device innovation through UC Davis’ nine-month Master of Engineering in Medical Device Development. Students gain hands-on experience in medical product development, engineering design, device fabrication, business and leadership while working with experts across engineering, medicine and health sciences and accessing advanced technologies at Aggie Square.

M.Eng. ↗

Sustainable Transportation Engineering

Earn a fully online Master of Engineering in Sustainable Transportation degree from UC Davis, home to one of the world’s leading transportation research communities. The part- or full-time program lets working professionals and recent graduates develop expertise in transportation engineering, electrification, infrastructure, data, economics and policy while continuing their career.

Online M.Eng. ↗

Transportation Technology and Policy

Shape the future of transportation through UC Davis’ interdisciplinary Transportation Technology and Policy graduate program. With more than 60 affiliated faculty across 12 departments, students can pursue research across vehicles and fuels, demand and behavior, and infrastructure and operations while engaging with policymakers and preparing for careers across government, industry, academia and the nonprofit sector.

M.S. ↗ Ph.D. ↗

For inquiries and general information about graduate study in the College of Engineering, email the Graduate Recruitment Team.

For questions related to specific graduate programs, please contact a Graduate Program Coordinator.