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PhD Civil and Environmental Engineering at Syracuse University

Syracuse University, United States

Programme overview

The PhD is for students interested in research and teaching, focused on developing skills for original research. Specializations include environmental, geotechnical, structures, and construction engineering and management.

Faculty: College of Engineering and Computer Science  |  Department: Civil and Environmental Engineering  |  Duration: Usually three to five years; 18 credit hours of coursework beyond the MS  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Syracuse, NY, United States

What you will study

18 credit hours of coursework beyond the MS, at least two-thirds at the 600 level or higher, then a Qualifying Examination (normally after one year), a Candidacy Examination on a dissertation proposal, and a dissertation with final defense. Students maintain a B+ (3.333) average in PhD coursework.

Career pathways

Academia, government or research institutions.

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Application information

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: Usually three to five years; 18 credit hours of coursework beyond the MS

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