Program Overview

Aerospace Sciences Ph.D. Program

The Doctor of Philosophy in Aerospace Sciences is a doctoral degree program that aims to produce highly educated aerospace scholars and leaders. The program is offered by the John D. Odegard School of Aerospace Sciences at the University of North Dakota.

Program Overview

The Aerospace Sciences Ph.D. program provides interdisciplinary teaching and research at the highest academic level. The program's goal is to graduate highly educated aerospace scholars and leaders who possess broad backgrounds linking science, engineering, policy, business, and law.

Program Type and Format

• The program type is a Doctoral Degree.
• The format is On Campus or Online.
• The estimated time to complete the program is 4-7 years.
• The program requires 90 credit hours.

Program Tracks

The program offers two tracks:

• Aviation
• Space Studies

Course Offerings

Some of the courses offered in the program include:

• Ethics in Aerospace (AVIT 521)
• Space Law (SPST 565)
• Life Support Systems (SPST 410)
• Human Performance in Extreme Environments (SPST 512)
• Aviation Safety Management Systems (AVIT 513)

Research Areas

The program offers research opportunities in various areas, including:

• Aerodynamics
• Aerospace engineering
• Aviation management
• Business
• Computer science
• Machine learning and artificial intelligence
• Orbital mechanics
• Planetary science
• Public policy and law
• Remote sensing
• Unmanned aircraft systems (UAS)

Careers with a Ph.D. in Aerospace Science

Graduates of the program can pursue various career opportunities, including:

• Aerospace Defense Managers
• Aerospace Laboratory Directors
• Aerospace Program Directors
• Aerospace Science Researchers
• Federal Agency Policymakers
• Higher Education Professors
• Senior Aerospace Engineers
• Senior Aircraft Engineers

Online Aerospace Sciences Ph.D. Degree

The program is also offered online, with synchronous classes held in real-time. Online students have access to various resources and services, including:

• Same degree as on-campus students
• Same classes as on-campus students
• Real interaction with professors and peers
• Academic advisor
• Free online tutoring
• Unlimited academic coaching
• Full online access to libraries and other resources
• 24/7 technical support
• Networking opportunities

Application Deadline

The application deadline for the Fall semester is February 1, with applications opening on August 1. International students should refer to the international application process for deadlines.