Master's in Systems Engineering Curriculum

Degree Requirements with a Major in Systems Engineering

The major in Systems Engineering (MSE or MS degree) requires 30 credit hours with at least 18 credit hours of Purdue, graduate level, engineering courses.  

  • GRAD59000 Program Management: A Comprehensive Overview of the Discipline 
  • IE59000 Project Management

Any courses listed on our courses page will fulfill this requirement. A reminder that the MS/MSE degree requires a minimum of 18 credits of engineering coursework. 

All questions regarding courses and transfer credits should be directed to a student’s academic advisor. 

Creating Your Plan of Study  

The MSE/MS master's program offers a wide range of flexibility in course options. After you begin your studies at Purdue, an academic advisor will help you create an Electronic Plan of Study (EPOS) to best fit your educational needs and career goals.      

The student is ultimately responsible for knowing and completing all degree requirements. This website is a knowledge source for specific requirements and completion.