PhD in Computational Sciences and Informatics - Computational Physics

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# 601-610QS Subject Rankings

Physics and AstronomyMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Physics and Astronomy

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

This program of study is offered by the Department of Computational and Data Sciences in the College of Science. Founded in 1992, the Computational Sciences and Informatics, PhD addresses the role of computation in science, mathematics, and engineering, and is designed around a core of advanced computer technology courses. Computational science is defined as the systematic development and application of computing systems and computational solution techniques for modeling and simulation of scientific and engineering phenomena. Informatics is defined as the systematic development and application of computing systems and computational solution techniques for analyzing data obtained through experiments, modeling, database searches, and instrumentation. The resulting interdisciplinary approach often leads to understanding that, in many cases, traditional theory or experimentation alone cannot provide. The close relationship of the Computational Sciences and Informatics, PhD to the research and development activities in federal laboratories, scientific institutions, and high-technology firms affords students opportunities for continued or new employment. Scheduled courses and sequences accommodate part-time students, with most courses meeting once a week in the late afternoon or early evening. The research and teaching activities associated with the program reflect the recognized role of computation as part of a triad with theory and experimentation, leading to a better understanding of nature.

Program overview

Main Subject

Physics and Astronomy

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

IELTS

6.5+

Other English Language requirements: Students are required to have paper-based TOEFL of 570 and 230 on the computer-based TOEFL ; overall band score of 59 on the Pearson Test of English.

Starting Month(s)

Jan-2000

Tuition fee and scholarships

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Tuition Fee (Out of State)

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