The program typically requires about three years beyond the M.S. degree. Photo by Ray Vallese, Dept. of Crop Sciences Students must pass a preliminary oral examination that tests their knowledge in the major fields of study, usually after substantial completion of coursework requirements. Written preliminary examinations also may be required. A Ph.D. program requires a minimum of eight graded course units. The program requires a total of 24 units, which may include thesis credit and up to eight units from the M.S. degree.
Students develop a dissertation based on independent research within their major field of study.
A faculty committee appointed by the graduate college must approve the final dissertation and thesis defense. This page utilizes more than one script.