Philadelphia,
PA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Computer and Information Science - Software Systems in Philadelphia United States | Temple University
Temple University
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Philadelphia United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
21,180
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The Computer and Information Science Ph.D. program equips students to conduct autonomous research that drives progress in computer and information science fields. Centered on the doctoral thesis, the curriculum includes specialized courses and seminars to ensure the dissertation meets rigorous academic standards. A key requirement is that the research must be suitable for publication in reputable journals and presentation at global conferences. The program emphasizes four specialized areas: Artificial Intelligence and Applications, focusing on systems demonstrating smart functionality; Computer and Network Systems, encompassing programming, operating systems, and architectural designs including networked environments; Information Systems, targeting organizational performance enhancement through data solutions; and Software Systems, concentrating on software development processes and innovative methodologies.
The Computer and Information Science doctoral program trains scholars to conduct original research that advances computing technologies and information science. PhD candidates collaborate directly with leading faculty researchers, building theoretical frameworks, methodological approaches, and experimental competencies to address complex technological challenges. The flexible program accommodates both full-time and part-time students with evening course offerings. Many doctoral candidates serve as teaching assistants for 20 weekly hours, typically receiving financial support for up to four years post-master's degree.
Develop innovative software solutions and study their evolution through a Software Systems PhD. Students concentrate on advanced techniques and systematic approaches for exceptional software engineering.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Master's Degree in Discipline/Related Discipline: A master's degree is not required.
Bachelor's Degree in Discipline/Related Discipline: A baccalaureate degree in Computer Science, Information Science, Mathematics, Science, or Engineering is required. The applicant's undergraduate program must include a considerable amount of coursework in Computer and Information Science.
Statement of Goals: In approximately 500 to 1,000 words, describe your specific interest in Temple's program, research goals, future career goals, and academic and research achievements.
Standardized Test Scores:
GRE: Required. Scores should minimally be in the 75th percentile on the quantitative section and 25th percentile on the verbal section for a combined total score of at least 297.
Applicants who earned their baccalaureate degree from an institution where the language of instruction was other than English, with the exception of those who subsequently earned a master's degree at a U.S. institution, must report scores for a standardized test of English that meet these minimums:
TOEFL iBT: 85
IELTS Academic: 6.5
A score of 45 or greater on the Test of Spoken English (TSE) or a score of 28 or greater on the TOEFL iBT Speaking section is required for international applicants who wish to be considered for a Teaching Assistantship.
Resume: Current resume required.
The minimum admissions standard for all graduate students is ordinarily an undergraduate grade point average of B or 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or the functional equivalent for students who have attended universities outside of the United States.
Bachelor's Degree in Discipline/Related Discipline: A baccalaureate degree in Computer Science, Information Science, Mathematics, Science, or Engineering is required. The applicant's undergraduate program must include a considerable amount of coursework in Computer and Information Science.
Statement of Goals: In approximately 500 to 1,000 words, describe your specific interest in Temple's program, research goals, future career goals, and academic and research achievements.
Standardized Test Scores:
GRE: Required. Scores should minimally be in the 75th percentile on the quantitative section and 25th percentile on the verbal section for a combined total score of at least 297.
Applicants who earned their baccalaureate degree from an institution where the language of instruction was other than English, with the exception of those who subsequently earned a master's degree at a U.S. institution, must report scores for a standardized test of English that meet these minimums:
TOEFL iBT: 85
IELTS Academic: 6.5
A score of 45 or greater on the Test of Spoken English (TSE) or a score of 28 or greater on the TOEFL iBT Speaking section is required for international applicants who wish to be considered for a Teaching Assistantship.
Resume: Current resume required.
The minimum admissions standard for all graduate students is ordinarily an undergraduate grade point average of B or 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or the functional equivalent for students who have attended universities outside of the United States.
Tuition
USD
21,180