PhD Engineering - Mechanics and Materials at University of Georgia

Programme overview

Ph.D. in Engineering students initiate and drive cutting-edge research that with supporting studies, position them to be new leaders in the advancement of their field and for success in a range of careers in industry, government or academe.

Faculty: College of Engineering | Duration: 72 credit hours | Study mode: full-time | Location: Athens, GA, United States

What you will study

72 credit hours total. Required courses include ENGR 8950 Graduate Seminar; ENGR 9300 Doctoral Dissertation; ENGR 9000 Doctoral Research; ENGR 9010 Project-Focused Doctoral Research; BIOE 8210 Multiscale Biomechanics.

Career pathways

Many of our graduates have gone on to academic careers as research and teaching faculty at top-ranked universities. Other graduates pursue successful non-academic careers with national research labs and industry (e.g., as research scientists, engineering managers, technicians).

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Application information

Entry requirements

Apply to the UGA Graduate School and include the following: 3 Letters of recommendation CV Statement of Purpose (emphasizing career goals, objectives, and research plans); at the end of the statement include the names of faculty who share your interests and could serve as your major advisor. Unofficial transcript (3.0 minimum GPA); if accepted, you must submit official transcripts prior to matriculation. International students: For students whose primary language is not English, proof of English proficiency is required. Students need to submit official university documents according to the UGA Graduate School requirements. Students will also have to show certificate of finances upon acceptance to the program. Application deadline is December 15 for the following Fall semester and September 15 for the following Spring semester.

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: 72 credit hours

Apply through the official page: https://grad.uga.edu/

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