The doctor of philosophy program in materials engineering and science (MES) offers a student the opportunity to expand his/her knowledge and understanding of the science and technology of materials production, behavior, and applications. The student will undertake multidisciplinary approaches, combining the basic elements of both engineering and science, to the solution of materials-related problems. Because such problems are found in every science and engineering discipline, the degree applicant has considerable flexibility in the selection of the department in which to pursue dissertation research, within the confines of the applicant‘s academic preparation and interests. Candidates will study either a science or engineering emphasis within the MES Ph.D. program. For example, research emphasis may be placed on improving processes for the production of metallic, polymeric, ceramic, or other structural or electronic materials. Alternatively, the degree candidate may investigate mechanisms for improving material properties, which in turn, could lead to new or better applications. Classroom and individualized instruction will provide the necessary theory to complement such creative activities.

The PhD program prepares students for a career in research; advancing the frontiers of biomedical science and engineering with attention to generating new ideas for commercialization.

The PhD program in electrical engineering prepares students for a career in academia or research-focused careers in electrical engineering that support research commercialization prospects, drive innovation, and increase entrepreneurial opportunities.

Students must elect to pursue a specialization in Geology, Geological Engineering, or Mining Engineering. Those interested in paleontology at the PhD level enroll in the Geology Specialization. Each specialization has different background and program requirements. The available coursework and current faculty expertise support the following areas of concentration.

Voor toelating tot het nano-SE PhD-programma is een bachelor- of masterdiploma vereist in een technische of wetenschappelijke discipline gebaseerd op natuurwetenschappen. De cursus Inleiding tot nanowetenschappen wordt aangeboden aan studenten met verschillende achtergronden als inleiding tot nanotechnologie. Neem contact op met je afdeling om te bepalen of je studiepunten voor deze cursus kunt gebruiken voor je PhD.

De Ph.D. in Data Science and Engineering is een gezamenlijk programma van de afdelingen Elektrotechniek en Computerwetenschappen, Industriële Techniek en Wiskunde. Datawetenschap is een snel groeiend interdisciplinair vakgebied waarbij onderzoekers uit veel STEM-disciplines betrokken zijn met toepassingen in de hele wetenschap en techniek. De vooruitgang in business analytics kan worden toegeschreven aan data science en heeft bewezen bruikbare intelligentie en inzichten te ontsluiten.