PhD Materials Science and Engineering at University of North Texas

The PhD in Materials Science and Engineering is a research doctorate culminating in an original dissertation, with specialization in metallic, ceramic, polymer or electronic materials. Candidates are expected to publish at least two original research articles in refereed journals before graduation.

Faculty: College of Engineering  |  Department: Department of Materials Science and Engineering  |  Duration: 72 credit hours beyond a bachelor's degree or 42 beyond a master's degree  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Denton, TX, United States

What you will study

12 hours of core courses (MTSE 5000 Thermodynamics of Materials, MTSE 5010 Bonding, Structure and Crystallography, MTSE 5020 Mechanical Properties of Materials, MTSE 5500 Electronic, Optical and Magnetic Materials), at least 24 hours of electives, 10-22 hours of individual research, a seminar and 9-12 hours of dissertation. A written qualifying exam, research proposal defense and a comprehensive oral exam in the specialty area precede the dissertation defense.

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