Ph.D. in Engineering - Construction Specialization
Program Overview
Ph.D. in Engineering - Construction Specialization
The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) is offered through the unified Ph.D. program in engineering. Upon completion of the program, students will receive a Ph.D. in engineering with a specialization in construction. Degree programs in construction are offered at the two University of Nebraska-Lincoln College of Engineering sites, Lincoln's City Campus and the Peter Kiewit Institute in Omaha.
Program Overview
The Durham School's Construction Management Department (Lincoln) and Construction Systems Department (Omaha) are approximately 50 miles apart within the metropolitan area of eastern Nebraska and western Iowa. Students on both campuses work closely with faculty and with professionals working in the field and industry. These graduate programs offer a unique blend of courses and graduate research in business, construction management, construction engineering, engineering, architecture, law, and related disciplines. The emphasis is on advanced studies in construction with application to a broad range of construction activities and applied research.
Research Areas
- Building Information Modeling (BIM)
- Energy and Sustainability
- Infrastructure Systems
- Student Research Opportunities
Graduate Programs
- Degree Programs
- Admission Requirements
- Graduate Student Directory
Construction Engineering and Construction Management
The program provides advanced studies in construction with application to a broad range of construction activities and applied research.
Graduate Contacts
- Terry L. Stentz
- Associate Professor and Graduate Chair, Construction Engineering and Management
- Associate Professor, College of Public Health, Environmental, Agricultural, and Occupational Health, UNMC-Omaha
- Durham School Arch Engr & Const
- University of Nebraska-Lincoln
- Kasey Jensen
- Admin Coord (Scott campus - Omaha)
- Durham School Arch Engr & Const
- University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Tuition and Fees
Information regarding tuition and fees is available for prospective students.
Funding Opportunities
Funding opportunities are available for graduate students, including those for international students.
Checklist for International Students
A checklist is provided for international students to ensure they complete all necessary steps for admission.
Campus Locations
The program is offered at two locations:
- City Campus: Lincoln, NE
- Peter Kiewit Institute: Omaha, NE