Master’s Admissions
Discovery in AI, metamaterials & quantum computing
Specialized degrees. Sought-after fields. Build your future in academia or kickstart an industry career with a customized degree that propels you forward. The choice is yours.
Specialties To Shape the Future
Software Engineering
Train with leading researchers who literally wrote the book on programming.
Computer Hardware Engineering
Work on new, resilient hardware architectures for emerging platforms ranging from major data centers to personal mobile devices.
Machine Learning & Artificial Intelligence
Learn the foundations of Big Data, practical programming, and AI from faculty that rank among the top 10 in the world.
Quantum Software & Hardware
Study with international leaders in information physics research, embodied in pathbreaking programs in metamaterials, quantum devices and optical systems.
Semiconductor Technology
Engage in the latest developments in technology that drives our daily lives, from nanoelectronics to biochips to energy conversion devices.
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![Lilly Chiavetta](http://<div id="sb_youtube_sbySvGJAwMrYBs1" class="sb_youtube sby_layout_grid sby_col_1 sby_mob_col_1 sby_palette_inherit sby_width_resp" data-feedid="sby_S!_vGJAwMrYBs#1" data-shortcode-atts="{"feed":"6"}" data-cols="1" data-colsmobile="1" data-num="1" data-nummobile="1" data-subscribe-btn="1" data-subscribe-btn-text="Subscribe" data_channel_header_colors ="{"channelName":"","subscribeCount":"","buttonBackground":"","buttonText":""}" data-options="{"cta":{"type":"link","defaultLink":"https:\/\/ece.duke.edu\/admissions\/masters\/","defaultText":"More About ECE Master's Programs","openType":"same","color":"200,78,0","textColor":"255,255,255"},"descriptionlength":150}" data-sby-flags="resizeDisable" data-postid="417" data-sby-supports-lightbox="1" data-videocardlayout="vertical" > <div class="sby_items_wrap" style="padding: 0px;"> <div class="sby_item sby_new sby_transition" id="sby__vGJAwMrYBs" data-date="1763752946" data-video-id="_vGJAwMrYBs" data-video-title="How Duke ECE Helped Me Land a Job in Surgical Robotics" data-live-date="0" data-channel-id="UCeipo29Z_pB750ipNLkIM8A" > <div class="sby_inner_item"> <div class="sby_video_thumbnail_wrap sby_item_video_thumbnail_wrap"> <a class="sby_video_thumbnail sby_item_video_thumbnail" style="background-image:url(https://ece.duke.edu/wp-content/plugins/youtube-feed-pro/img/placeholder.png)" href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeipo29Z_pB750ipNLkIM8A" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-full-res="https://i.ytimg.com/vi/_vGJAwMrYBs/maxresdefault.jpg" data-img-src-set="{"120":"https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/_vGJAwMrYBs\/default.jpg","320":"https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/_vGJAwMrYBs\/mqdefault.jpg","480":"https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/_vGJAwMrYBs\/hqdefault.jpg","640":"https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/_vGJAwMrYBs\/sddefault.jpg"}" data-video-id="_vGJAwMrYBs" data-user="Duke Engineering" data-url="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeipo29Z_pB750ipNLkIM8A" data-avatar="" data-title="Lilly Chiavetta, BSE '25, from North Carolina, talks about how Duke's Master of Engineering (MEng) program in Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) prepared her to design technology that helps people. Hear how her classes, teaching experience, and time with the Duke Robotics Club helped her discover what she loves—and turn it into her dream job.<br /><br />Learn more about Duke ECE’s master's programs: https://ece.duke.edu/admissions/masters/" data-video-title="How Duke ECE Helped Me Land a Job in Surgical Robotics" data-channel-id="UCeipo29Z_pB750ipNLkIM8A" data-views="130 views" data-published-date="1763752946" data-formatted-published-date="November 21, 2025 2:22 PM" data-comment-count="0"> <img src="https://ece.duke.edu/wp-content/plugins/youtube-feed-pro/img/placeholder.png" alt="Lilly Chiavetta, BSE '25, from North Carolina, talks about how Duke's Master of Engineering (MEng) program in Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) prepared her to design technology that helps people. Hear how her classes, teaching experience, and time with the Duke Robotics Club helped her discover what she loves—and turn it into her dream job.Learn more about Duke ECE’s master's programs: https://ece.duke.edu/admissions/masters/"> <div class="sby_thumbnail_hover sby_item_video_thumbnail_hover"> <div class="sby_thumbnail_hover_inner"> </div> </div> <span class="sby-screenreader">YouTube Video _vGJAwMrYBs</span> <div class="sby_play_btn" > <span class="sby_play_btn_bg"></span> <svg aria-hidden="true" focusable="false" data-prefix="fab" data-icon="youtube" role="img" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 576 512" class="svg-inline--fa fa-youtube fa-w-18"><path fill="currentColor" d="M549.655 124.083c-6.281-23.65-24.787-42.276-48.284-48.597C458.781 64 288 64 288 64S117.22 64 74.629 75.486c-23.497 6.322-42.003 24.947-48.284 48.597-11.412 42.867-11.412 132.305-11.412 132.305s0 89.438 11.412 132.305c6.281 23.65 24.787 41.5 48.284 47.821C117.22 448 288 448 288 448s170.78 0 213.371-11.486c23.497-6.321 42.003-24.171 48.284-47.821 11.412-42.867 11.412-132.305 11.412-132.305s0-89.438-11.412-132.305zm-317.51 213.508V175.185l142.739 81.205-142.739 81.201z" class=""></path></svg> </div> <span class="sby_loader sby_hidden" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"></span> </a> </div> <div class="sby_info sby_info_item"> <div class="sby-video-info-bottom"> <div class="sby-video-info"> </div> </div></div> </div></div> </div> <div class="sby_footer"></div> <div class="sby_cta_items_wraps sby_cta_wrap"> <div class="sby_cta_inner_wrap"> </div></div> </div><style type="text/css">body #sb_youtube_sbySvGJAwMrYBs1 .sby_caption_wrap .sby_caption { font-size: 13px !important}body #sb_youtube_sbySvGJAwMrYBs1 .sby_follow_btn a:hover { box-shadow:inset 0 0 10px 20px rgb(255, 255, 255, .25) !important}body #sb_youtube_sbySvGJAwMrYBs1[data-videostyle=boxed] .sby_items_wrap .sby_item .sby_inner_item { background-color: #ffffff !important}</style>){kind=link}
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Hear how the Duke ECE master's experience helped him launch an industry career in autonomous robotics. 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For International Students
Students from more than 100 countries are part of the Duke community! Explore support services, find application info, and read the latest visa updates on the Pratt School of Engineering website.
You’re Gonna Like It Here
There’s more to life than textbooks and lab experiments. In addition to access to leading faculty, state-of-the-science facilities, and an inclusive, supportive community, our master’s students enjoy a high quality of life in our hometown of Durham, NC.
Master’s Contacts
Miroslav Pajic, Director of Master’s Studies, Professor of ECE
Krista Turner, Master’s Program Coordinator
Kevyn Light, Senior Program Coordinator
Matt Novik, Graduate Program Coordinator