Doctor of Philosophy
A student may choose to pursue the doctoral degree without first obtaining a master’s degree. Before admission to candidacy, the student must have a master’s degree in chemical engineering or an equivalent amount of graduate credit and a passing grade on a written qualifying examination that covers material normally presented in an accredited undergraduate chemical engineering curriculum. The doctoral candidate must also pass preliminary and final oral examinations covering the research program.
For a student with a bachelor of science degree, at least three years are required to complete the doctor of philosophy degree program.