Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Civil Engineering - Geotechnical Engineering Program By Case Western Reserve University |Top Universities

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Civil Engineering - Geotechnical Engineering

Program Duration

36 monthsProgram duration

Main Subject Area

Engineering - Civil and StructuralMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Engineering - Civil and Structural

Study Level

PHD

The graduate programs in structural engineering, geotechnical engineering, engineering mechanics and environmental engineering prepare students for careers in industry, professional practice, research and teaching. Experience has shown that job opportunities are excellent for students who receive advanced degrees in Civil Engineering from Case Western Reserve University. Recent advanced degree recipients have found positions in universities, consulting firms, state and federal agencies, aerospace firms, and the energy industry. Each student’s program of course work and research is tailored to his or her interests, in close consultation with a faculty advisor. For students working toward the Master of Science degree, study plans may include a research oriented thesis, a practice oriented project, or courses only followed by a comprehensive exam. For students working toward the Doctor of Philosophy degree a research dissertation is required. The Civil Engineering Department offers graduate study leading to the Doctor of Philosophy degrees in Civil Engineering. We have four technical areas: Environmental Engineering, Engineering Mechanics, Geotechnical Engineering, and Structural Engineering. This program focuses on: Geotechnical Engineering.

Program overview

Main Subject

Engineering - Civil and Structural

Study Level

PHD

The graduate programs in structural engineering, geotechnical engineering, engineering mechanics and environmental engineering prepare students for careers in industry, professional practice, research and teaching. Experience has shown that job opportunities are excellent for students who receive advanced degrees in Civil Engineering from Case Western Reserve University. Recent advanced degree recipients have found positions in universities, consulting firms, state and federal agencies, aerospace firms, and the energy industry. Each student’s program of course work and research is tailored to his or her interests, in close consultation with a faculty advisor. For students working toward the Master of Science degree, study plans may include a research oriented thesis, a practice oriented project, or courses only followed by a comprehensive exam. For students working toward the Doctor of Philosophy degree a research dissertation is required. The Civil Engineering Department offers graduate study leading to the Doctor of Philosophy degrees in Civil Engineering. We have four technical areas: Environmental Engineering, Engineering Mechanics, Geotechnical Engineering, and Structural Engineering. This program focuses on: Geotechnical Engineering.

Admission requirements

Undergraduate

7+

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