The masters program stresses a deep understanding of a particular technology combined with a broad understanding of policy. The emphasis is on preparation for professional success. Recent graduates now teach at the University of Maryland, New York University, Georgia Institute of Technology, Princeton, MIT and universities overseas such as the London School of Economics and Political Science, the Catholic University of Chile, and Monash University in Australia. Demonstrated evidence of leadership is especially welcome. In recruiting each class, the Program particularly tries to attract men and women who are prepared to work for the good of the larger community.
Preference is given to applicants with work experience.
A coherent concentration of four courses related to the specialization in technology and policy. Course requirements are waived for similar studies taken elsewhere. Each student does a thesis, which is normally the experience that brings the entire program together. An average of 96 MIT credit hours of coursework is required for the Master of Science in Technology and Policy, in addition to the thesis, which should equal a minimum of 24 MIT credit hours. The total is equivalent to approximately 40 credit units at other universities.