11 PhD programmes offered by the university

The Engineering - Dynamic Systems and Controls program at University of Georgia draws from many disciplines to develop new approaches and effective solutions to analysis of systems and the design of control functions for them. 

We offer a Engineering - Emphasis in Electrical and Computer Engineering phd degree at University of Georgia. Coursework fulfilling the ECE Emphasis 

The Engineering - Environment and Water program at University of Georgia draws from many disciplines to develop new approaches and effective solutions to the major water and environmental challenges of our times.  

We offer a Engineering - Engineering Education and Transformative Practice Emphasis phd degree at University of Georgia. 

The PhD in Engineering at University of Georgia provides maximum flexibility for students and faculty to address 21st century engineering problems. Emphasis Areas within the Ph.D. in Engineering degree enable students to focus in either a specific disciplinary specialty or interdisciplinary area. 

The Engineering - Resilient Infrastructure Systems Emphasis program at University of Georgia focuses on innovative solutions that help communities, businesses, and governments mitigate risks associated with environmental change, extreme weather and climate-related events by rethinking, transforming, and adapting infrastructure systems to strengthen economic, environmental, and social resilience.  

This Engineering - Fluid and Thermal Systems program from University of Georgia provides the opportunity to investigate several topics that provide a fundamental background to address these challenges.

This PhD in Biochemical Engineering is offered at the University of Georgia. The field of biochemical engineering is very broad. It contributes to the advances in a variety of technical areas including fermentation, metabolic engineering, synthetic biology, pharmaceutical production, bio-based materials, tissue engineering, food science, bioenergy, etc. 

This Engineering - Mechanics and Materials program from University of Georgia provides the student with insight into methods for analyzing new materials and systems, and how they can be used to solve new and pressing issues.

Study the biology, chemistry, geology, and physics of Earth’s oceans and coasts. We offer interdisciplinary training at facilities in Athens and the Skidaway Institute of Oceanography, and provide research opportunities on local and global issues. We offer a phd degree in Marine Sciences at the University of Georgia. 

The Engineering - Energy Systems program from University of Georgia stresses a holistic approach and offers exposure to many disciplines beyond engineering including natural and social sciences, public policy, and business.