Ph.D., Engineering
Complete the following admission requirements:
- Complete either a B.S. or M.S. degree in engineering.
- Complete a master’s degree in engineering or a closely related field.
- Submit GRE scores.
Minimum Requirements for Engineering Doctorate Degree: 36 credits
Concentrations: Arctic, Civil, Computer, Electrical, Engineering Management, Environmental, Geological, Mechanical, Mining, and Petroleum
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| General University Requirements | ||
| Complete the general university requirements. | ||
| Ph.D. Degree Requirements | ||
| Complete the Ph.D. degree requirements. | ||
| As part of the Ph.D. degree requirements: | ||
| Complete at least 18 credits of course work beyond the M.S. degree. | ||
| Complete at least three full-time semesters of residency, which may include a summer semester. 1 | ||
| Complete and pass a written and oral comprehensive examination. | ||
| Complete and submit a written thesis proposal for approval. | ||
| Complete a research program as arranged with the graduate advisory committee. | ||
| Complete a thesis that is a substantial contribution to the body of knowledge in engineering and pass an oral defense of thesis. | ||
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Residency is defined as living in the Fairbanks area, working with the student’s graduate advisor and graduate committee, while taking courses at UAF.
