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PhD Engineering Sciences (Applied Ocean Science) at University of California, San Diego

University of California, San Diego, United States

Programme overview

The PhD in Engineering Sciences (Applied Ocean Science) is offered by the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at UC San Diego. It prepares students for careers in research and teaching, with research started as early as possible.

Department: Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering  |  Duration: Precandidacy limited to four years; dissertation defense within seven years (eight for engineering physics)  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: La Jolla, CA, United States

What you will study

There are generally no formal course requirements; students plan coursework with their adviser to prepare for the Departmental Qualifying Examination, taken within the first six quarters, and for dissertation research. Three examinations are required, ending with the dissertation defense.

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Application information

Entry requirements

University admission (graduate level): a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution or the equivalent and a minimum B (3.0/4.0) average in upper-division or prior graduate work.

UC San Diego enrolls for Fall term only.

Apply through the official page: https://connect.grad.ucsd.edu/apply/

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