Applicants not meeting this requirement are encouraged to apply to the Master's program. Ph.D. applicants should have above-average grades in a typical Master's degree program and demonstrate the ability to think creatively and work independently. Other evidence of research or academic ability, such as work experience or publications, is also taken into consideration when evaluating applicants. If further information is needed, contact the Curricular Officer or Academic Associate for this curriculum. It offers the software professionals a unique program of study and advances software engineering principles and technology vital to DoD researchers and program managers.
Students typically take three years to complete the doctoral program.
The first milestone in the Ph.D. program is the Written Qualifying Examination. This provides early feedback to students and faculty so that a course of study that leads to the successful completion of all the requirements can be determined. 1. Form a Dissertation Committee, 2. Pass the Written Qualifying Examination, 3. Fulfill Minor Requirements, 4.