PhD in Civil and Environmental Engineering in Reno United States | University of Nevada, Reno

Our nationally recognized graduate program enables you to collaborate with leading faculty in state-of-the-art research facilities. Earning an advanced degree in civil and environmental engineering equips you with the skills to develop infrastructure that enhances community well-being. Our curriculum focuses on addressing local challenges, such as seismic-resistant design, water resource management, and transportation systems for both rural and metropolitan areas.

Program Goals/Student Competencies
Ph.D. candidates are required to exhibit mastery in their specialized field through a customized study plan created with their dissertation advisor(s) and committee. This plan generally incorporates core classes, interdisciplinary electives, and significant original research aligned with their civil and environmental engineering specialization.
The research should contribute new insights to their field of study. Doctoral students also pursue a secondary concentration in a complementary discipline outside their major, which supports their primary research focus. Research findings are compiled in a doctoral thesis, often published in academic journals, and frequently shared at professional symposiums.