RESEARCH
Master's Degree in Materials Engineering
ABOUT THE
Program
The Master’s Degree in Materials Engineering at the Industrial University of Santander prepares highly qualified professionals, capable of transforming technological challenges into innovative opportunities through advanced knowledge of materials and their associated processes. The curriculum is strategically designed to combine fundamental courses with specialized electives, complemented by an applied, relevant, and original research project, supervised by recognized experts. Our program shapes leaders with a critical and creative vision, committed to developing practical solutions that address current industrial, scientific, and social needs. This master’s program offers a unique platform for those seeking to position themselves as key players in technological innovation and scientific advancement in the field of materials engineering.
Qualified registration: Resolution of the Ministry of National Education (MEN) No. 016783 dated December 27, 2019, and No. 009908 dated June 17, 2020.
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DEGREE:
Master in Materials Engineering
DURATION:
4 Semesters
MODALITY:
In-person/In Spanish
LOCATION:
Bucaramanga Central Campus
APPLICANT
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The Master’s Degree in Materials Engineering is designed for professionals in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or Geology who have a background in materials and a strong motivation for scientific and technological research. We seek candidates with analytical thinking, intellectual curiosity, proficiency in a foreign language, and a commitment to generating innovative solutions to meet the challenges of industry and society. If you’re looking to advance your career and become a driving force in technological development, this program offers the ideal environment to unlock your full potential.
GRADUATE
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The graduate of the Master’s Degree in Materials Engineering, will be a person with a solid integral training, able to generate, adapt and apply new knowledge that enrich the scientific advancement in the area of Materials Engineering, coming from his professional performance as a teacher and researcher. The graduate will be distinguished by its competences in production, characterization, selection and inspection of materials, control of chemical and physical properties and fault analysis.
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High quality accreditation Resolution No. 3977 dated April 12, 2019 – Effective for 8 years.
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CLASS
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Full-time dedication.
Tuition subsidies and condonable loans
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ACADEMIC
Curriculum
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Code: 23894 Credits: 5 – Advanced Materials
Code: 28927 Credits: 5 – Characterization of materials
Code: 28928 Credits: 4 – Degree work proposal
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Code: 2– Credits: 5 – Elective Group Emphasis
Code: 23854 Credits: 10 – Research work I
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Code: 28929 Credits: 3 – Seminar I
Code: 23856 Credits: 10 – Research work II
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Code: 28930 Credits: 3 – Seminar II
Code: 28931 Credits: 10 – Research work III
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Code: 23880 Credits: 5 – Advanced Transport Phenomena
Code: 23864 Credits: 5 – Applied Quantum Mechanics
Code: 23865 Credits: 5 – Solid State Transformations and Phase Diagrams
Code: 23866 Credits: 5 – Structures and Properties of Matter
Code: 23868 Credits: 5 – Ceramic Material Structures
Code: 23869 Credits: 5 – Behavior of Ceramic Materials
Code: 23870 Credits: 5 – Structures and Properties of Polymeric Materials
Code: 23871 Credits: 5 – Behavior of Polymeric Materials
Code: 23872 Credits: 5 – Composite Materials
Code: 23873 Credits: 5 – Biomaterials
Code: 23874 Credits: 5 – Powder metallurgy
Code: 23875 Credits: 5 – Tribology of Materials
Code: 23876 Credits: 5 – Special Topics in Materials
Code: 23878 Credits: 5 – Surface Physicochemistry
Code: 23879 Credits: 5 – Diffusion in Solids and Liquids
Code: 23863 Credits: 5 – Quantum Physics
Code: 23881 Credits: 5 – Advanced Electrochemistry
Code: 27164 Credits: 5 – Materials Chemistry
PROGRAM
Fees
Registration
0,5 SMMLV*
Tuition fee per semester
1 SMMLV*
Academic fee per semester
1 SMMLV*
* The SMMLV for 2026 is $1.750.905 Colombian pesos.
Quotas per semester: 6
The university has a mechanism through which the financial obligations of a student can be partially or totally covered by a company or entity that wishes to support the student.
Also, various forms of payment have been arranged so that students can combine the available forms of payment according to their particular conditions. On the page “Start registration process” you will find the available options.
Additionally, to facilitate access to postgraduate programs, the UIS has signed various agreements with entities specialized in educational credit. These agreements seek facilities and better credit conditions for UIS students.
Students who have the voting certificate from the last popular election process in Colombia may request a 10% discount on tuition fees.
KEY
Dates
Bucaramanga
Registration opening
Registration payment closing
Registration closing
Entrance exam
September 25, 2025
January 15, 2026
January 19, 2026
January 20–23, 2026
Interview
Admission results
Enrollment payment
January 20–23, 2026
January 26, 2026
January 27–30, 2026
REGISTRATION
Requirements
The documentation must be submitted in digital format (PDF) to the email address posgrados.materiales@uis.edu.co
Note: By clicking on the “Access Registration” button, available in the following banner, you will find the necessary forms to complete the documentation listed below.
Required Documentation:
UIS application form, properly completed and signed.
Curriculum vitae in the UIS institutional format, including certificates and copies of documents supporting the information provided.
Copy of a valid identity document in Colombia, or a valid passport if you are a foreigner.
Recent passport-sized photo with a white background, 3×4 size, preferably in digital format.
Copy of the diploma and degree certificate for the required undergraduate program, issued by a recognized higher education institution in Colombia.
Note 1: If the degree was awarded by a foreign institution, it must be apostilled, translated into Spanish (if applicable), and validated by the Ministry of National Education of Colombia.
Undergraduate grade transcript for the required program, including the weighted average.
Note 2: Graduates of the UIS undergraduate program do not need to submit this document.
Payment receipt for the application fee.
Certificate of reading comprehension and written production in Spanish, issued by the UIS Language School (only if required by the program).
Note 3: The cost of this certification or test is not included in the application fee for the program.
Certification proving a foreign language proficiency level of at least A1 (according to the CEFR for languages), duly validated by the UIS Language Institute.
Note 4: This certification will not be required for candidates who:
Are native speakers of a foreign language, or
Have obtained their university degree in a foreign language, as indicated in the submitted documents.
Two (2) confidential academic reference letters, sent directly by the person providing the recommendation, to the graduate program coordinator (posgrados.materiales@uis.edu.co). They must use the form established by the UIS.
A letter of endorsement issued by a research group or center at the UIS, or by a scientific institution with an active agreement. This letter must be signed by the group leader and formally introduce the candidate to the program.
Important Notes:
Note A: All documents must be submitted in digital format (PDF) to the email address posgrados.materiales@uis.edu.cowith the subject: “Documents for Master’s Program Application – CANDIDATE NAME.”
Note B: When submitting the documentation, you may attach any additional documents you consider relevant to your admission process.
Note D: For any further inquiries, please contact us at phone number (607) 634 4000 Ext. 2498.
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Phone: +57 (607) 634 4000
Extension. 1329 / 2498
Direct: +57 (607) 6320471
Mail:
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Bucaramanga, Santander
Address:
Cra 27 calle 9, Ciudad Universitaria. Edificio Jorge Bautista Vesga. Piso 2, Oficina 208
Universidad Industrial de Santander.
Office hours
Monday to Friday
7:00 a.m. to 12:00 m.
2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.