Doctor Of Philosophy In Environmental Engineering

College of Engineering

PhD

United Arab Emirates University

Overview

As one of the fastest-growing fields in both developed and developing countries, new methods and technologies are constantly emerging in environmental engineering. The Ph.D. Program in Environmental Engineering is in response to the national and international dire need for developing innovative solutions for environmental protection and combating climate change.

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Program Details

Degree level: PhD
College: College of Engineering

Tuition & Fees

Tuition: Contact admissions

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion, graduates will be able to:

Demonstrate comprehensive and in-depth knowledge in Environmental Engineering and the ability to apply this expertise to complex and evolving environmental challenges
Conduct, complete, and defend original scholarly research that significantly advances the state of the art
Communicate complex research findings effectively, both orally and in writing, to diverse audiences
Identify, analyze, and address ethical challenges specific to Environmental Engineering

Program Requirements

Minimum 54 credit hours total, comprising a minimum of 24 credit hours of graduate coursework and 30 credit hours in research, in addition to passing the qualification requirements and dissertation defense exam
GENG701 and GENG702 (College Requirements: 3 CH)
9-15 credit hours from Group 1 courses
6-12 credit hours from Group 2 courses
ENVE850 Comprehensive Exam and Research Proposal (0 CH)
ENVE900 Dissertation Doctoral Research (30 CH)
ENVE910 Dissertation Defense (0 CH)