Graduate Degree Programs

Doctoral Program

For students pursuing advanced research careers in academia, national labs, or industrial R&D.

• Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Mechanical Engineering
  
  • Rigorous training in independent research.
  • Focus areas include Materials, Mechanics, Controls, Aerospace, and Thermo-Fluid Sciences.

Master of Science (M.S.) Degrees

Ideally suited for students seeking specialized technical depth or preparing for a Ph.D. Both Thesis and Non-Thesis tracks are available.

• Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering (MSME)
  
  • Available concentration: Data Science
• Master of Science in Aerospace Engineering (MSAE)
  
  • Available concentration: Data Science
• Master of Science in Space Architecture
  
  • The world’s only graduate program dedicated to the design of human habitats in space, offered via Kasakawa International Center for Space Architecture (SICSA).

Professional Master’s Degree

Non-thesis programs designed for working professionals and recent graduates seeking career advancement without a research component.

• Master of Mechanical Engineering (MME)
  
  • Coursework-only degree focused on practical engineering skills.
  • Available concentration: Entrepreneurship (Learn to commercialize technology)

Dual Degree Programs

Earn two Master’s degrees in less time by counting electives toward both programs.

• Engineering Pairs
  
  • M.S. Mechanical Engineering & M.S. Aerospace Engineering
  • M.S. Aerospace Engineering & M.S. Space Architecture
• Data Science Pairs
  
  • M.S. Mechanical Engineering & Engineering Data Science
  • M.S. Aerospace Engineering & Engineering Data Science
  • MME & Engineering Data Science

Online and Certificate Options

• Online Graduate Degrees: Fully online options for MSME and MME via UH-Extend.
• Graduate Certificates: Specialized credentials (non-degree) for targeted skill development.