Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Computing PHD Program By University of Utah |Top Universities
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Main Subject Area

Computer Science and Information SystemsMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Computer Science and Information Systems

Degree

MDiv

Study Level

PHD

The program in computing reflects an increasing interest in the tools of computer science as applied to a variety of application areas, and reflects the diverse strengths of the School of Computing across many disciplines that use computing. The purpose of the PhD degree in Computing is to train students to conduct original research in a selected focus area straddling multiple disciplines within and outside computer science. This research will strengthen the links between the areas, forge new connections between them and advance the state of the art in a way that is novel, useful and substantial. Learning Outcomes ­To demonstrate complete mastery of a specific focus area in computing, with broad expertise across the different topics spanning multiple disciplines within and outside computer science ­To have conducted original published peer-reviewed research in their chosen area ­To be able to articulate proposed work: both its motivation and a work plan ­To have authored and defended a dissertation in their chosen area ­To be able to communicate state-of-the-art research concepts to both specialized and broader audiences across the different disciplines comprising their focus area ­To teach or assist in teaching computer science material to graduate/undergraduate students ­To be prepared to conduct and lead independent research efforts in academia, industry or governmental organizations.

Program overview

Main Subject

Computer Science and Information Systems

Degree

MDiv

Study Level

PHD

The program in computing reflects an increasing interest in the tools of computer science as applied to a variety of application areas, and reflects the diverse strengths of the School of Computing across many disciplines that use computing. The purpose of the PhD degree in Computing is to train students to conduct original research in a selected focus area straddling multiple disciplines within and outside computer science. This research will strengthen the links between the areas, forge new connections between them and advance the state of the art in a way that is novel, useful and substantial. Learning Outcomes ­To demonstrate complete mastery of a specific focus area in computing, with broad expertise across the different topics spanning multiple disciplines within and outside computer science ­To have conducted original published peer-reviewed research in their chosen area ­To be able to articulate proposed work: both its motivation and a work plan ­To have authored and defended a dissertation in their chosen area ­To be able to communicate state-of-the-art research concepts to both specialized and broader audiences across the different disciplines comprising their focus area ­To teach or assist in teaching computer science material to graduate/undergraduate students ­To be prepared to conduct and lead independent research efforts in academia, industry or governmental organizations.

Admission Requirements

6.5+
All international graduate applicants to the University of Utah must meet the following minimum Graduate School requirements: A bachelor's degree from a regionally-accredited U.S. college or university or from an institution recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education in their home country. The Office of International Admissions will determine if applicants with international degrees meet the Graduate School's requirement of a recognized bachelor's degree. At least a 3.0 or higher undergraduate weighted mean GPA on a 4.0 scale. If the undergraduate GPA is below 3.0, a GPA will be calculated for the last two years attended if schooling was done at a foreign institution, and based upon the last 60 semester hours (90 quarter hours) if the student attended a U.S. institution. Other English Language Requirements: 550 on the TOEFL PBT (paper-based).

Jan-2000

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International Students

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