| Major Code: 9042 |
Degree Awarded: Doctor of Philosophy |
| Delivery Mode(s): Classroom |
Admission Status: Graduate |
| Admission Materials: letters of recommendation, GRE, résumé, objectives, transcripts |
Location(s): Main Campus - Melbourne |
The doctor of philosophy degree is offered to students who want to pursue advanced research in an area of existing faculty expertise. The doctoral degree is granted in recognition of high achievement in a program of study, required examinations and original research in the field of electrical engineering.
Admission Requirements
Admission to doctoral study is granted to applicants who have received master’s degrees in electrical engineering or related fields from accredited institutions or from international institutions that provide suitable preparation for doctoral-level studies.
Included with the application should be a short, clear statement of the applicant’s interests and objectives, letters of recommendation and a résumé. An on-campus interview is highly recommended, although not required for admission.
General admission requirements and the process for applying are presented under Graduate Academic Information .
Degree Requirements
The degree of doctor of philosophy is conferred primarily in recognition of creative accomplishment and ability to investigate scientific or engineering problems independently, rather than for the completion of a definite course of study. The work will consist of advanced studies and research leading to a significant contribution to a chosen research area.
The doctoral program in electrical engineering may be completed with a minimum of 48 credit hours beyond the master’s degree. Each student must complete an approved program of study beyond that required for a master’s degree, pass a comprehensive written examination, complete a program of significant original research, and prepare and defend a dissertation concerning the research. In addition, to demonstrate the achievement of new knowledge in the field, a publication in a professional journal of conference proceedings is required.
General degree requirements are presented under Graduate Academic Information .
