Auburn University - College of Engineering
Ph.D. - Mechanical Engineering
Auburn, USA
PhD
DURATION
6 up to
10 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About : The Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering offers an in-depth exploration of advanced engineering concepts. This program prepares students for research-led careers in industry, academia, and government organizations. Students engage with expert faculty members who guide them through innovative research methodologies and cutting-edge technologies.
Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue careers as research scientists, academic professors, or industry leaders in mechanical engineering. They may also work in specialized areas like robotics, aerospace, or renewable energy, leveraging their expertise to drive technological advancement and solve complex engineering challenges.
Why this degree?
Acquiring a Ph.D. degree will equip students with advanced technical knowledge and skills in the areas of mechanical engineering through course work, independent creative research, and communication necessary to seek career opportunities in the industry, national labs, or academia.
What can you expect?
- Complete the course work in consultation with faculty adviser/s.
- The faculty research adviser/s and student prepare a plan of study that is approved by the department chair and the dean of the Graduate School.
- Carry out creative research in close consultation with faculty adviser/s.
- Once admitted into Auburn Engineering's graduate online program, you will work with the graduate program officer to create a plan of study.
- Auburn Engineering Online Graduate Programs ranked 17th by U.S. News and World Report (2022)
You are eligible to apply if:
- You hold a Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent from a recognized institution (minimum GPA 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale and demonstrable research experience) OR you hold a Master’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent from a recognized institution (minimum GPA 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale)
- You submit GRE results meeting stipulated minimum scores
- You submit three letters of recommendation from former professors and supervisors
- You submit a statement of purpose narrating your background, motivation, career goals, and research interests
To complete the program you must:
- Complete course work (minimum of 60 credit hours of course work, including dissertation, beyond BS degree; a minimum of 21 credit hours of graded mechanical engineering courses at the 7000-8000 level; a coordinated minor of 9 credits of graded graduate courses in an approved field)
- Submit a plan of study
- Pass written and oral qualifying exams
- Submit a written dissertation and successfully defend it
