Doctor of Philosophy in Computer Science

Degree Description:

As the largest unit within this College, the School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science is instrumental in determining competencies and preparing students at all levels (B.S., M.S., and Ph.D.) for technological productivity. The success of our graduate students in industry and higher education reflects the excellence of the School of EECS and its programs. In industry, our graduate degree holders are presidents, CEOs, CIOs, vice presidents, directors, and division and department managers. Some have founded at least one company and initiated and promoted new technologies, operations and sales strategies. Others have excelled as senior designers, project managers, senior scientists, and lead engineers. In higher education, they are professors, deans, and research directors. Graduate degrees have enriched their lives and careers, while affecting positively the economy of the state and nation. All are excellent role models for their peers and our students. The program of study should consist of approximately 35 credits of graded course work plus 30 or more research credits (Cpt S 800). A maximum of 6 credits of Directed Study (CptS 595) may be included. A maximum of 9 credits of 400 level graded course work approved by the EECS GSC may be included. In general, undergraduate courses REQUIRED for the BS/CS, BS/EE or BA/CS and undergraduate courses listed as pre-requisite for admission into the MS/PhD in CPT SCI program will NOT BE allowed.