The MSc in Mechanical Engineering (ME) degree is awarded to candidates who successfully complete the taught courses and research thesis project requirements of the program.  The program is designed for candidates with a bachelor degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Aerospace/Aeronautical, Materials, Nuclear, Industrial, and Biomedical Engineering.  Candidates with degrees in other pertinent specializations may also be considered.  In such cases, candidates will be asked to submit course descriptions along with their transcripts. The taught part of the program includes some core courses and a set of electives that the students can choose from.  The MSc in ME gives the students the opportunity to organize the selection of the elective courses and the thesis topic to follow a specialization track within the program. The thesis is an independent investigation of a specialized area within the general field of mechanical engineering and associated disciplines.   Required Credit Hours: minimum hours