Irvine,
CA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering - Dynamics and Controls in Irvine United States | University of California Irvine
University of California Irvine
|
Irvine United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
26,802
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Dynamics and Controls encompasses a wide-ranging, interdisciplinary field of study. The primary goal involves creating models, examining, and managing the performance of dynamic systems. These systems can range from physical entities like mechanical, electrical, and biological systems to economic and social structures. A key aspect of this work is addressing modeling inaccuracies, external interferences, and disruptions while maintaining optimal performance in achieving desired outcomes. Further complexities arise when coordinating multiple autonomous systems to work together in a decentralized fashion. Parameter estimation and adaptive learning during task execution represent another evolving capability, enabled by advancing technologies and greater computational power. Key focus areas include:
Control Theory and Algorithms
Autonomous and Distributed systems
Navigation and Flight systems
Machine Learning
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Hold a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) from a recognized academic institution with degree standards equivalent to those of the University of California
For applicants to our M.S. program, we follow the campus criterion of a minimum GPA of 3.0 based on a 4.0 scale, however, because of the highly competitive nature of admissions, the cutoff can be considerably higher and is currently around 3.3/4.0.
For admission to the Ph.D. program, our expectation is for a GPA near 3.5/4.0 or higher. In addition to the GPA, the admissions committee scrutinizes grades in key courses related to your area of interest, particularly upper-division technical courses.
GRE is not required this year. Regarding the recommendation letters, we expect that at least two of the three required letters are written by academics (professors) who can provide an analytical evaluation of your scholarly performance and potential as a graduate student. Additionally, unofficial transcripts will now be accepted and official ones are only required if admitted.
The campus requirement for minimum TOEFL is 80 on the internet based test (IBT) and at least 550 on the paper-based test (PBT). However, our expectation is a TOEFL score of at least 95. In order to establish eligibility for appointment as a UCI Teaching Assistant (TA), international students who are not citizens of countries where English is either the primary or dominant language are required to pass an oral English proficiency exam approved by the UCI campus. Students can fulfill this requirement by passing one of the following exams: TSE, TOEFL (must have 26 or higher in Speaking portion), SPEAK, or TOEP.
IELTS - An overall minimum score of 7.0 for admission, with a score of no less than 6.0 on any individual module.
For applicants to our M.S. program, we follow the campus criterion of a minimum GPA of 3.0 based on a 4.0 scale, however, because of the highly competitive nature of admissions, the cutoff can be considerably higher and is currently around 3.3/4.0.
For admission to the Ph.D. program, our expectation is for a GPA near 3.5/4.0 or higher. In addition to the GPA, the admissions committee scrutinizes grades in key courses related to your area of interest, particularly upper-division technical courses.
GRE is not required this year. Regarding the recommendation letters, we expect that at least two of the three required letters are written by academics (professors) who can provide an analytical evaluation of your scholarly performance and potential as a graduate student. Additionally, unofficial transcripts will now be accepted and official ones are only required if admitted.
The campus requirement for minimum TOEFL is 80 on the internet based test (IBT) and at least 550 on the paper-based test (PBT). However, our expectation is a TOEFL score of at least 95. In order to establish eligibility for appointment as a UCI Teaching Assistant (TA), international students who are not citizens of countries where English is either the primary or dominant language are required to pass an oral English proficiency exam approved by the UCI campus. Students can fulfill this requirement by passing one of the following exams: TSE, TOEFL (must have 26 or higher in Speaking portion), SPEAK, or TOEP.
IELTS - An overall minimum score of 7.0 for admission, with a score of no less than 6.0 on any individual module.
Tuition
USD
26,802