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Student Handbook

Degree Requirements

In this section you find detailed information in the following areas:

The Ph.D. Process

The Allen School’s Ph.D. process consists of three main components: coursework, research, and thesis preparation. Each Ph.D. student must understand the Ph.D. Degree Requirement:

  • will take courses from an array of graduate topics covering core skills across the different types of thinking and research approaches that are relevant to the field of computer science
  • will develop and refine their research skills; these skills include information analysis and synthesis as well as written and verbal presentation capabilities
  • and will, of course, conduct original research to fulfill the Ph.D. Degree Requirement!

Specific Requirements

The requirements section details the everything you need to know about Coursework requirements, Credit requirements, information about the Qualifying Evaluation, General Examination, the Final Exam & Dissertation and more.


Applying for your M.S.

Specific instructions for how to apply for your M.S.


Understanding the Timeline

A handy diagram with information on the timeline of events needed to successfully complete the qualifying evaluation,  general exam, and the final exam and dissertation submission.


Contact Advising

Meeting the Ph.D. Degree Requirement is crucial for advancing in your studies. If you have any questions, you may always reach out to an advisor.