UVA’s BS in Materials Science and Engineering trains students in the design, processing, and analysis of materials across scales—from atomic structures to advanced composites. Students explore how materials behave under stress, how they are fabricated, and how they serve applications in energy, medicine, aerospace, and computing. The curriculum integrates chemistry, physics, and mechanics, and includes lab-intensive courses and research opportunities. This degree is ideal for those seeking to engineer the next generation of devices, structures, and systems for a more sustainable future.
Designing corrosion-resistant alloys for offshore wind turbine components
Developing biodegradable polymer packaging alternatives to reduce plastic waste
Synthesis of graphene-based nanocomposites for flexible electronics
Analysis of fatigue resistance in titanium alloys used in prosthetic implants
Thermal conductivity study of advanced ceramics for heat shield systems
Testing mechanical performance of 3D printed lattice structures
Creating battery electrode materials with enhanced charge retention
Modeling diffusion and phase transitions in semiconductor fabrication
Fabrication of bioactive scaffolds for bone tissue regeneration
Microstructural characterization of steel using scanning electron microscopy
Developing conductive inks for wearable biosensors
Electrospinning nanofibers for filtration and air purification
High-temperature testing of ceramics used in jet propulsion systems
Designing materials for impact absorption in sports gear and helmets
Computational simulation of crystal lattice defects under mechanical strain
Assessment of recyclability in composite automotive components
Designing materials for energy harvesting via piezoelectric effects
Surface modification techniques to enhance implant biocompatibility
Nanoparticle coating of textiles for antimicrobial applications
Creating lab kits to demonstrate materials science concepts in high schools
Engineer the materials of the future with UVA’s Materials Science and Engineering BS.
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