College of Engineering at Texas A&M University
Online Doctor of Philosophy in Computer EngineeringOnline
DURATION
64 up to 96 Hours
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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STUDY FORMAT
Distance Learning
Key Summary
Introduction
Work leading to the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) is designed to give the candidate a thorough and comprehensive knowledge of their professional field and training in methods of research. The final basis for granting the degree shall be the candidate's grasp of the subject matter of a broad field of study and a demonstrated ability to do independent research. In addition, the candidate must have acquired the ability to express thoughts clearly and forcefully in both oral and written languages. The degree is not granted solely for the completion of coursework, residence, and technical requirements, although these must be met.
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Curriculum
The advisement of students in this program is similar to the on-campus program except that the student-faculty interactions are all conducted through internet-based conferencing software.
Students in this program will take the qualifying exam, preliminary oral exam, and dissertation defense in the same way as the on-campus program. Students will need to cover their travel expenses to the campus for these exams.
A minimum of 18 (or 42) classroom hours (excludes 681, 684, 685, and 691):
- 18 hours are required for students with a previous Master’s degree and 42 for direct PhD students.
- Classroom hours must be taken from courses within the College of Engineering (all departments) and/or College of Arts & Sciences (only MATH, STAT, PHYS, CHEM, BIOL).
- Courses on the degree plan must be approved by the Research Advisor.
Undergraduate hours allowed (2 courses or 8 hours):
- Only 400-level courses can be included in the degree plan.
No more than 3 credit hours of Internship (684) are allowed.
- PhD students cannot take 684 after dissertation defense.
- If you are considering going on an internship (684), please consult your research advisor before making plans.
- Three (3) hours of Seminar (ECEN/CSCE 681) are required.
No more than 2 credit hours of Directed Studies (685) are allowed.
Students working on a research project should enroll in Research (691) hours.
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