PhD in Computer Engineering - Software Engineering in Houston United States | University of Texas at Arlington

University of Texas at Arlington | Houston United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD 23,486
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months

The graduate program in Computer Science and Engineering aims to support students' ongoing professional and academic growth. The Ph.D. curriculum equips students to perform research and development within their chosen specialization. As part of the College of Engineering - Texas' fourth-largest engineering school - the Department of Computer Science and Engineering serves regional, state, and national needs through excellent educational programs and cutting-edge research initiatives. The department is committed to delivering top-tier undergraduate, graduate, and professional education programs while advancing technological research in focused domains and promoting knowledge transfer to improve quality of life. Its globally renowned faculty conducts pioneering research across major computer science and engineering fields. Software Engineering focuses on: requirement analysis, iterative development, conceptual modeling, scenario-driven approaches, formal specification methods, object-oriented design, development methodologies, quality assurance, system maintenance, software restructuring, development processes, and time-sensitive systems.


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Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

An overall GPA of 3.0 or higher in undergraduate coursework. A GPA of 3.2 or higher on CS/CpE/SwE related coursework in the last two years of undergraduate degree. For students holding an M.S. degree, similar criteria apply. The minimum acceptable score on the TOEFL is on the Internet-based test 79 (with sectional scores of 22 writing, 21 speaking, 20 reading, and 16 listening), 550 on the paper-based test and 213 on the computer-based test. The IELTS can be substituted for TOEFL scores. The minimum acceptable overall score of 6.5 is required for admission.

Tuition USD 23,486

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