Program Overview
Program Overview
The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Civil Engineering is offered by the Zachry Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Texas A&M University. This program is designed for students who have completed a Bachelor of Science degree or a Master of Science degree in engineering and wish to pursue advanced research in their field.
Program Requirements
- A student holding either a Bachelor of Science degree or a Master of Science degree in engineering may apply for admission to graduate studies to work toward the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) majoring in their particular field of engineering.
- The work in the major field will include the preparation and defense of a Doctoral dissertation (involving results of research conducted by the candidate).
Qualifying Examination
The Zachry Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering requires that all Ph.D. students pass a Qualifying Exam.
- The exam format is at the discretion of the area coordinator and faculty and typically involves both a written and an oral component.
- The qualifying exam should be completed before the completion of the first year of study.
- In some areas, the qualifying exam is done at the end of the first semester.
Qualifying Examination Format
The objective of the Qualifying Examination is to evaluate:
- Whether the student has the general area knowledge required to successfully pursue Ph.D. studies; and
- That the student has demonstrated successful research potential.
If a student fails to pass either component of the Qualifying Examination, he or she is allowed to retake the exam no later than the end of the following semester. If a student fails the second attempt, he or she will have to leave the Ph.D. program.
Related Programs
- MS, Civil Engineering
- MEngr, Civil Engineering
Program Details
- Dual Degree Option: No
- Thesis or Dissertation Required: No
- Main Method of Study: Face-to-Face
Program Location
The program is located at Texas A&M University - College Station.