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The Civil Engineering PhD represents the pinnacle of academic achievement in this discipline, enabling candidates to develop specialized knowledge through rigorous research. Students will enhance their analytical skills by taking focused coursework and producing a dissertation guided by our faculty advisors. This doctoral program aims to cultivate top-tier researchers who will advance technological progress in the field while contributing to the university's research initiatives through their scholarly work. Whenever feasible, projects with practical industry applications are particularly welcomed.
To be considered for admission on a full-time basis, applicants normally must hold a master’s degree or equivalent with high standing in engineering or computer science, or in a cognate discipline. Holders of bachelor’s degree will, in general, be considered for admission to a master’s program only. After completion of a minimum of two terms of full-time study, they may, upon application, be considered by the Faculty Graduate Studies Committee for admission to a PhD program.