BSc in Materials Science and Engineering in Riverside United States | University of California, Riverside

Welcome to the Materials Science and Engineering department, where students earn an ABET-accredited undergraduate degree. Engineering is fundamentally a social endeavor, and our program integrates ethics, engineering economics, technical communication, and teamwork, alongside substantial exposure to humanities and social sciences. This ensures students understand and can demonstrate engineering's societal impact. Every undergraduate receives individualized guidance from staff advisors or faculty mentors during their studies. Many juniors and seniors engage in pioneering research within faculty laboratories, at the College's interdisciplinary centers, or through industry and agency internships. Additionally, BCOE provides extensive resources such as academic support, study and time management workshops, career counseling, professional development, membership in professional organizations, and social events.
Upon admission as freshmen, students can join Enginuity Hall, a scholarly community residing together, forming study groups and assisting one another in mastering essential math and science skills for their engineering coursework.
Introductory Engineering courses make the challenge tangible, establishing a foundation in the skills and disciplines they will cultivate over the next four years.
The Bourns College of Engineering ranks among the top-tier institutions of comparable size. Our distinction lies in being sufficiently large to excel yet small enough to offer personalized attention. We are dedicated to fostering your development, providing necessary courses, and supporting your timely degree completion.