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Computational Mathematics, Science and Engineering (Doctoral) at Michigan State University

Michigan State University, United States

Programme overview

The PhD in Computational Mathematics, Science and Engineering gives students broad and deep knowledge of the techniques used in computational modeling and data science, exposure to at least one application domain, and the chance to conduct original research in algorithms or applications of computational and data science.

Faculty: College of Engineering  |  Department: Computational Mathematics, Science and Engineering  |  Duration: Minimum 30 credits beyond the bachelor's degree plus 24-36 credits of dissertation research  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: East Lansing, MI, United States

What you will study

Core courses are CMSE 820 Mathematical Foundations of Data Science, CMSE 821 Numerical Methods for Differential Equations, CMSE 822 Parallel Computing and CMSE 823 Numerical Linear Algebra I, plus cognate coursework to at least 30 credits, 24-36 credits of CMSE 999 dissertation research, a qualifying examination, a comprehensive examination and a dissertation defence.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants need a four-year bachelor's degree in any area, a strong interest in computational and/or data science, coursework in calculus through differential equations, working knowledge of linear algebra, basic statistics and basic numerical methods, and proficiency in at least one programming language. Admission to graduate study in the department is primarily to the doctoral program.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Duration: Minimum 30 credits beyond the bachelor's degree plus 24-36 credits of dissertation research

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