The degree earned will be a Master of Science (MS) or Master of Science in Engineering (MSE).

Note that the program is Interdisciplinary Engineering and the major is Internet of Things.

Transcripts include the program and major name—e.g. Interdisciplinary Engineering with a major in Robotics.

Neither your diploma nor transcript will indicate that any coursework was completed online. Diplomas and transcripts for students completing online programs look identical to the documents provided to an on-campus, residential student.

It is up to each student to determine how many classes they want to take per semester. Most students working full time typically take one or two classes each semester, or 3-6 credit hours.

Transfer credits will be officially reviewed for transferability after admission with academic and faculty advisors. Course descriptions and syllabi will be required. 12 transfer credits can be utilized for the Interdisciplinary Engineering (IDE) programs; the amount accepted will vary depending on a student’s concentration and plan of study. Approved credits will be applied within a student’s electronic Plan of Study as electives. Transfer credits can only be applied towards IDE majors and not graduate certificates. If a student transfers to a program outside of IDE within Purdue's College of Engineering, previously honored equivalencies and transfer credit approval is not guaranteed. Students should inquire further with their new program.

In order for courses to be evaluated for transfer, they must first meet all of the following requirements:

 Graduate level from an accredited institution

  1. Never used towards a previous degree program
  2. Engineering or STEM-related courses
  3. A grade of a B- or better
  4. Students typically need to be an active graduate student within the last 5 years for credit to be utilized.

Once admitted, students will work with their advisor to discuss the academic history and possible transfer credit.

You must have a GPA of 3.0 in all plan-of-study coursework to successfully complete the degree. Graduate-level transfer courses are not included in your GPA calculation.

Engineering and math/statistics courses run on the standard academic calendar with full-semester-length courses. Students may be enrolled in overlapping calendar courses but are not able to start a new term before the current term concludes. For example: students enrolled in a full semester, standard spring course may not take a summer module 1 course as the alternate calendar summer term begins before the standard spring term ends.

For your first term, we recommend a 500-level course. Be sure to review the course prerequisites and needed prior knowledge to ensure you are prepared for the course.

Students enrolled in the Interdisciplinary Master of Science in Engineering with a major in Internet of Things, which is supported by Purdue University Online, receive robust support from a dedicated team of student engagement professionals. All students have an assigned academic advisor, who is available for one-on-one support and helps students with academic-related questions or issues. Academic advisors also offer workshops on topics relevant to academic planning and preparation, including plan of study workshops and specialty info sessions for students enrolled in specific programs.

Additionally, students have an assigned student success coach, whose role is to support students who may be struggling in the online learning environment. Students have access to their assigned success coach from the point they accept their offer of enrollment through graduation. Success coaches also work to build community among online students, including offering networking events, resources, and opportunities for professional development.

Yes, students will have access to the Purdue Center for Career Opportunities.

Center for Career Opportunities