56 PhD programmes offered by the university

The Computer Science graduate program at the University of Delaware provides a solid foundation in the fundamental areas of computer science and, in addition, provides numerous advanced courses and seminars to acquaint the student with current computer science research.

The doctoral program in Disaster Science and Management at the University of Delaware approaches disasters and emergencies from an interdisciplinary point of view.

The Department of History at the University of Delaware trains students to be professional historians in a range of careers. Students in our graduate program receive mentoring from a faculty that includes specialists in the history of the United States, Latin America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia.

The objectives of the Plant and Soil Sciences program at the University of Delaware are to equip the student with the background and techniques necessary for degree completion, opportunities for advanced study in the plant and soil sciences, and job placement.

The Environmental Economics programs at the University of Delaware train students in state-of-the-art economics and policy analysis pertaining to environmental issues, combining an emphasis on quantitative approaches with unique strengths in interdisciplinary and marine applications such as fisheries, offshore energy, coastal land use, sea level rise, and climate change.

The Department of Entomology and Wildlife Ecology at the University of Delaware offers programs leading to the doctor of philosophy in entomology and wildlife ecology.

The Department of Animal and Food Sciences at the University of Delaware offers a doctor of philosophy degree in Animal and Food Sciences.

The Department of Mathematical Sciences at the University of Delaware offers programs of study leading to the degrees doctor of philosophy in Applied Mathematics or Mathematics.

The Biomedical Engineering graduate program at the University of Delaware builds upon the established biomedical research strength at the University and trains future generations of researchers and professionals.

Through research and course work, Oceanography students at the University of Delaware learn about remote sensing, the development of microelectrode probes and sensors, cutting-edge data assimilation and visualization techniques and autonomous underwater vehicles.

The University of Delaware offers programs leading to the doctor of philosophy degree in Geography. Students work closely with their advisory committee to design and complete the graduate degree in physical geography, human geography or coupled human-environment systems.

Students in our Climatology degree programs at the University of Delaware study the climate, which is usually considered to be an average of weather conditions over a long period of time, along with understanding the variability of climate and its extreme events.

The interdisciplinary program in Water Science and Policy at the University of Delaware educates students to address the complex challenges that we face today; to develop solutions that are socially acceptable, economically viable and environmentally sustainable; and to be true stewards of our environment.

The Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Delaware offers a doctor of philosophy degree in the fields of physiology, cancer biology, cardiovascular biology, cell and extracellular matrix biology, developmental biology, microbiology and virology, and molecular biology and genetics.

The Ph.D. in Hospitality Business Analytics program at the University of Delaware provides advanced training in data science as it relates to the hospitality industry. Students are prepared for highly demanding careers in academics and research or industry.

The Ph.D. program in Human Development and Family Sciences at the University of Delaware is designed to prepare the next generation of scholars for positions as researchers, professors, and leaders in early childhood, human development, family sciences, human services and related fields.

The Department of Physics at the University of Delaware offers graduate programs leading to PhD degree. The Department is located in Sharp Laboratory, which houses a physics library, research and teaching laboratories, a fully equipped and staffed machine shop, and an electronics shop.

The Department of Chemical Engineering at the University of Delaware offers graduate programs leading to the the doctor of philosophy (Ph.D.) in Chemical Engineering.

The department of Art History at the University of Delaware offers studies in the history of art from ancient to modern times, with special concentrations in art of the Americas and in European art from the Renaissance through the modern eras.

The Physical Therapy Department at the University of Delaware provides academic and clinical training commensurate with the Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree.