PhD Degree Degree Requirements

Graduate students in the McKetta Department of Chemical Engineering are educated to tackle complex issues through classroom, lab, and real-world training.

All students complete a minimum of 18 hours of coursework and serve two semesters as a Teaching Assistant (TA). They must write a preliminary research proposal and pass an oral exam before advancing to candidacy. Finally, all students submit dissertations and pass final oral examinations to complete the program. All of these requirements are designed to prepare students for careers in academia or industry, while allowing ample flexibility and time to focus on research.

These milestones are required for all PhD students to complete. Some milestones differ, depending on when a student started in the program. Students should follow the rules that apply to their entry year.

• Seminar Requirements

• Coursework Requirement

• Teaching Assistant Requirement

• Dissertation and Final Oral Examination