<p>I am admitted at MIT for the MEng in Civil Engineering but as I can see it is easy to switch to MSc during the course of the academic year.
I do not want to pursue a Phd, I want to work as a structural engineer.</p>
<p>What is the difference between a MSc and a MEng for the industry? Is one more prestigious than the other? What if I want to pursue a Phd in the future, would it be harder for me to be admitted at a good school having a MEng instead of a MSc?</p>
<p>The difference to industry will be slight, more important is what you do during your program. Typically in an MSc you’ll work on a bigger project and write a thesis. If that’s the case, the extra experience will help you get a job.</p>
<p>Sakky??? Aibarr???</p>
MEng programs are better for those who want to practice after graduation. It may be difficult to get a phd later with an MEng though.
I am looking at the MIT MEng program currently. Can you give me any insight? What does your resume look like? I wonder if I have a chance.
That’s debatable at best. There are real advantages to taking the thesis option even for those who wish to go straight into industry afterward.