Electrical and Systems Engineering
Penn’s Master’s in Electrical Engineering offers a solid foundation in advanced electrical and computer engineering concepts while allowing students to tailor their studies and concentrate in their interests and career goals. The program emphasizes both theory and practical application, with coursework and research opportunities in areas such as circuits, signal processing, robotics, nanotechnology, and data science. Students benefit from close interaction with faculty, access to research facilities, and opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration across Penn.
Students must complete 10 course units as outlined in the M.S.E. in Electrical Engineering Course Planning Guide (CPG):
MSE in Electrical Engineering Program Requirements
The Department provides a page detailing how to access course information here. For the most up-to-date course offerings, please visit the University Registrar site.
The CPG above is meant to guide students in fulfilling program requirements, but students should consult their major advisors and experienced students for advice.
Please note, all program students must obtain a minimum of a 2.7 GPA in order to graduate with their M.S.E. degree.
Full-time master’s students can complete their degree between one to two years. If students take four courses in both the fall and spring semesters and take two summer courses, they may be able to finish their degree in one calendar year. Students may also opt to take three courses for two terms and four courses for one term to graduate in 1.5 years or to take three courses per term and one course in their final term to graduate in two years.
Please note: in compliance with federal immigration regulations, international students are not eligible to be registered for less than three courses per term unless eligible for a reduced course load status (see the International Student and Scholar Services website for details).
A Master’s Thesis (ESE 9990) is optional but recommended for students wishing to pursue doctoral studies. Students must complete two course units for a letter grade for successful completion of the Master’s Thesis.
