Metallurgical and Materials Engineering
The Metallurgical and Materials Engineering undergraduate program at METU trains engineers to understand, design and produce materials — from metals and alloys to ceramics, polymers and composites — and to control their properties for diverse industrial applications. The curriculum covers fundamentals in physics, chemistry and solid mechanics, then advances into material structure-property relationships, processing techniques, materials selection, testing and development. Students learn how raw materials become engineered products, how to influence material behavior through processing, and how to meet industry needs for performance, safety and sustainability.
Located in Ankara within METU’s strong engineering faculty, the program combines rigorous scientific education with practical laboratory and design experience. Graduates emerge ready to work in sectors requiring advanced materials solutions — from manufacturing and automotive to aerospace, energy, electronics, and high-performance materials — or to engage in research, development and innovation in materials science and engineering.
Key information
Key Facts
- Degree: Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering
- Standard period of study: 8 semesters
- Location: Ankara
- Study Type: Undergraduate (full-time, English-medium)
- Admission semester: Fall semester
- Area of study: Metals & Alloys, Ceramics, Polymers & Composites, Materials Processing, Materials Testing & Characterization, Materials Design & Development, Solid Mechanics, Materials Thermodynamics & Kinetics
- Admission modus: Regular undergraduate admissions
- Main language: English
Program Structure
Semester 1 – Foundations of Science & Engineering Basics
- Calculus I / Mathematics for Engineers
- General Physics I
- General Chemistry
- Introduction to Metallurgical & Materials Engineering / Basics of Materials Science
- Academic English & Foundation Courses
Semester 2 – Basic Sciences & Material Fundamentals
- Calculus II / Mathematics II
- Physics II / Applied Physics for Engineers
- Material Science Fundamentals / Structure and Properties of Materials
- Introduction to Solid Mechanics / Mechanics of Materials I
- Supporting / Elective Courses
Semester 3 – Materials Structure & Behavior
- Crystallography & Mineralogy / Atomic Structure of Materials
- Physical Metallurgy / Microstructure & Phase Diagrams
- Materials Chemistry / Chemical Properties of Materials
- Differential Equations or Mathematics for Engineering
- Supporting / Elective Courses
Semester 4 – Materials Processing & Characterization
- Materials Processing Techniques (melting, forming, casting, sintering, etc.)
- Heat Treatment & Phase Transformations / Thermal Processing of Materials
- Materials Testing & Analysis / Laboratory Work on Materials Properties
- Solid Mechanics II / Mechanical Behavior of Materials
- Supporting / Elective Courses
Semester 5 – Specialized Materials & Industrial Applications
- Metallurgy of Metals & Alloys / Advanced Materials Topics
- Ceramics, Polymers & Composite Materials Engineering
- Materials Selection & Design for Engineering Applications
- Materials Performance & Durability / Corrosion, Wear, Life-Cycle Analysis
- Elective / Technical Courses
Semester 6 – Advanced Materials Engineering & Design
- Materials for High-Technology Applications (aerospace, energy, electronics)
- Materials Characterization & Testing Methods (microscopy, spectroscopy, mechanical testing)
- Materials Processing & Manufacturing Technologies
- Technical Electives / Specialization Courses
Semester 7 – Projects, Research & Industry Practice
- Materials Engineering Design Project I / Applied Materials Project
- Internship or Industrial Practice (if available) / Fieldwork
- Elective Courses according to specialization (e.g. metals, ceramics, composites, nanomaterials)
- Supporting / Free Electives
Semester 8 – Graduation Project & Professional Preparation
- Materials Engineering Design Project II / Capstone Project
- Final Technical Electives or Specialization Courses
- Graduation preparation, professional readiness or plan for graduate studies
Career Opportunities
Graduates are qualified to work in industries such as metallurgy and metal production, automotive, aerospace, energy, electronics, manufacturing, materials production, polymers & composites, ceramics, research & development, quality control, failure analysis, materials testing laboratories, product development, environmental and materials sustainability sectors. They can also pursue graduate studies in materials science, engineering, nanotechnology, biomaterials, or related research and development fields.
Why Choose This Program
Choosing Metallurgical and Materials Engineering at METU means entering a field that shapes the foundation of nearly all engineering disciplines — because every engineered product depends on materials. The program’s interdisciplinary nature, combining chemistry, physics, mechanics and engineering design, allows you to work on cutting-edge materials solutions and innovate across sectors.
With modern lab infrastructure, strong scientific and engineering education, and broad industry applicability, the program equips graduates to respond to evolving technological demands — whether in manufacturing, high-tech materials, sustainability, or advanced research — offering both versatile career paths and academic opportunities.
Contact Information
Middle East Technical University – Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering
Dumlupınar Boulevard No:1
06800 Çankaya, Ankara, Türkiye
Tel: +90 312 210 4000
Email: mete@metu.edu.tr
Student Affairs Office – Metallurgical & Materials Engineering Program
Faculty of Engineering, METU
06800 Ankara, Türkiye
Tel: +90 312 210 4001
Email: mete-undergrad@metu.edu.tr
International Office – Middle East Technical University
METU Campus
06800 Çankaya, Ankara, Türkiye
Tel: +90 312 210 1060
Email: ico@metu.edu.tr
