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Materials Science and Engineering (MSE) combines engineering, physics and chemistry principles to solve the real-world problems associated with nanotechnology, biotechnology, information technology, energy, manufacturing and other major engineering disciplines.

Metallurgical engineers usually focus on the production of metals, metallic parts and the properties of those materials. They help make products stronger, more durable, lighter weight and more energy efficient, especially when utilizing recycled materials rather than ores.

While looking at the scopes for these branches, a metallurgical engineer can work in electrical and mechanical machinery factories. Some government agencies also are major recruiters.

For material science engineers, the major jobs are

• Materials Scientist
• Metallurgist Process Engineer
• Development Engineer
• Manufacturing Engineer
• Process Engineer
• Project Engineer
• Materials Engineer

First of all understand the difference between these two branches and identify the job which suits your interest the most. If you are more into physical work and experimental field, choose metallurgy. If you are more of a developer and theorist, choose material science. None of these is a better course than the other. The choice depends completely upon your skill and interest.

For further information about these courses, refer the article below:

https://www.careers360.com/courses/metallurgical-and-materials-engineering-course

https://engineering.careers360.com/articles/materials-science-and-technology-0

Hope this was helpful