完成MMSNE学位后，学生将能够：在材料科学或纳米工程领域获得广泛的高级知识，这也是该领域一个主要子学科的深入知识。在材料科学和纳米工程的至少一个领域中进行高级研究。在写作和说话时有效地交流科学思想。如果有兴趣继续深造，请证明有能力获得研究生或专业课程的录取。如果追求非学术性，则证明其具有与材料科学和纳米工程相关的技术领域中的就业或进步的能力。至少有10门课程（30个学时）可以满足学位要求。
Upon completing the MMSNE degree, students will be able to: Acquire broad, advanced knowledge within either Materials Science or NanoEngineering, which is also in-depth in one major sub-discipline of the field. Conduct research at an advanced level in at least one area of Materials Science and Nanoengineering. Communicate scientific ideas effectively in writing and when speaking. Demonstrate the ability to gain admission to a graduate or professional program, if interested in pursuing further education. Demonstrate the ability to gain employment or advancement in a technical field related to Materials Science and NanoEngineering, if pursuing non-academic. A minimum of 10 courses (30 credit hours) to satisfy degree requirements.