Program Overview

Doctor of Philosophy Degree in Computational Mathematics

The Doctor of Philosophy degree in Computational Mathematics at Zewail City of Science and Technology is a graduate program that welcomes applications from students wishing to pursue a degree in this field.

Research Specialties

Our research specialties include:

• Computational Mathematics: Quantum Computation

Admission Requirements

For admission, the minimum requirements to apply for the graduate program are:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics or Computer Science with a minimum GPA of 3.0
• A Master of Science degree is preferred, but not mandatory
• TOEFL with a minimum score of 80 or IELTS with a minimum score of 6.5
• GRE test with a minimum score of 300
• Three reference letters
• A statement highlighting the candidate's interest in the graduate program, the proposed field of study, and reasons for choosing Zewail City of Science and Technology. The statement should not exceed 1000 words.
• A letter of acceptance from a supervisor in Zewail City
• A satisfactory admission interview with a panel of experts in the proposed field of study

Scholarships

Applicants from all nationalities are welcome to apply. Zewail City will offer six full scholarships for highly exceptional candidates. Students with full scholarships will be hired as research assistants at Zewail City, with a monthly stipend.

Time Frame

• Deadline for receiving applications: June 30, 2016
• Notifying short listed applicants for interviews: August 1, 2016 (Overseas applicants can be interviewed through video conference)
• Notification of the final accepted applications: September 1, 2016

University Overview

Alexandria University aspires to restore the historic status of Alexandria University and to achieve a comprehensive qualitative leap in various fields of knowledge within a framework of noble human values, enabling it to take a leading position in its national, Arab, African, Mediterranean, and global environments.