Program Overview

Informatics, Ph.D.

Molinaroli College of Engineering and Computing

Become an expert in the science of informatics and digital transformation through our Ph.D. program for researchers, teachers and leaders.

Informatics combines diverse perspectives of information technology and computing with business, engineering and social, behavioral and economic sciences. You will use convergent research strategies and team-based science to address problems in health care, business, engineering and other fields.

Program Highlights

• Exceptional Program: Study in one of a limited number of informatics Ph.D. programs in the United States.
• Optional Concentration: Supplement your education by taking an optional concentration in health informatics.
• Career Opportunities: Obtain a prestigious career as a professor at a leading research university.
• An Expert Faculty: Work with nationally recognized faculty members with research programs in health informatics and more.

What You’ll Study

Some of the most popular courses in this program include Enterprise Network Management and Analysis and Design of Information Systems and Technology. You will be mentored by nationally recognized faculty members with research programs in health informatics, cyberinfrastructure, computer networks and human-computer interaction.

Building Skills

Gain the professional and personal intelligence it takes to have a successful career.

• Data Management: Collecting, organizing and storing data for future analysis, effectively using databases and ensuring data ethics
• Systems Analysis: Studying and improving complex systems to optimize performance and efficiency
• Cloud Computing: Using a network of remote servers hosted on the internet to store, manage and process data
• Coding: Creating software or computer programs using specific programming languages and techniques
• Project Management: Organizing and overseeing tasks to achieve specific goals
• Research: Gathering and analyzing information to increase knowledge or solve problems

Using your degree

Make your college experience the foundation for a successful future.

• Potential Careers:
  • Professor of Information Systems
  • Professor of Information Technology
  • Information Technology Consultant
  • Chief Information Officer
• Workplace Settings:
  • Education
  • Information Technology

"After getting the chance to be in a research environment and experiencing the support of my professors, I knew that if I decided to advance my education it had to be with the College of Engineering and Computing. I knew that being challenged would help me grow and be prepared for the journey ahead."

Marcus Sharper