26 PhD programmes offered by the university

The Clinical Psychology programme from Illinois Institute of Technology offers intensive training based on the Boulder Scientist/Practitioner model and cognitive-behavioral theoretical foundations.

Prepare to pursue a career in academic or industrial research with Information Technology programme from Illinois Institute of Technology.

The Biology programme from Illinois Institute of Technology is tailored to fit your background and goals.

The Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering programme from Illinois Institute of Technology provides students with the latest research-based education and knowledge through advanced coursework, state-of-the-art and original research, and publication of novel results in preparation for careers in academia and industrial research and development.

The Computer Engineering  programme from Illinois Institute of Technology is awarded in recognition of mastery in the field of computer engineering and upon demonstrating the ability to make fundamental contributions to knowledge in that field.

The Technology and Humanities programme from Illinois Institute of Technology  prepares students for faculty-line and alternative academic careers in university research and teaching, as well as for advanced research and development positions in the private and government sectors.

The Chemistry programme from Illinois Institute of Technology spans the traditional areas of research in physical, polymer, organic, inorganic, analytical, and biological chemistry. Prepare for a career in academia, industry, or government.

The Management Science and Analytics programme from Illinois Institute of Technology prepares graduates to identify pressing issues facing the business community, structure problems and gather data, and create innovative, impactful analysis and solutions.

Coursework of Computer Science programme from Illinois Institute of Technology revolves around seven core groups: theory of computation, systems, programming languages, networks and security, databases, software engineering, and computational intelligence. The amount of coursework is dependent on previous degrees earned.

The Rehabilitation Counseling Education programme from Illinois Institute of Technology is one of only a handful of RCE programmes accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Programmes.

The Architectural Engineering  programme from Illinois Institute of Technology is awarded in recognition of a high level of mastery in the field of architectural engineering and upon demonstration of a distinct ability to make substantial creative contributions to knowledge in the field.

The Food Science and Nutrition programme from Illinois Institute of Technology  is awarded in recognition of mastery in food science and nutrition, and upon demonstration of an ability to make substantial creative contributions to the advancement in knowledge in food safety, food science, or nutrition.

The Biomedical Engineering programme from Illinois Institute of Technology is awarded in recognition of a high level of mastery in the subject matter and significant original research contributions in biomedical engineering.

The Chemical Engineering programme from Illinois Institute of Technology is awarded to students in recognition of mastery in chemical/biological engineering and upon demonstration of an ability to make substantial creative contributions to the advancement of chemical engineering.

The Civil Engineering programme from Illinois Institute of Technology is awarded in recognition of a high level of mastery in the field of civil engineering and upon demonstration of a distinct ability to make substantial creative contributions to knowledge in the field.

The Industrial-Organizational Psychology programme from Illinois Institute of Technology is the oldest, most successful, and most respected programme in the Chicago area.

The Materials Science and Engineering programme from Illinois Institute of Technology provides advanced, research-based education and knowledge through advanced coursework, state-of-the-art and original research, and the publication of novel results in preparation for careers in academia and industrial research and development.

The Applied Mathematics programme from Illinois Institute of Technology is a programme that prepares talented mathematicians and statisticians for careers in research or academia through a rigorous education, which includes advanced coursework, independent study, and original research.

The Architecture programme from Illinois Institute of Technology will help you explore the historic and contemporary intersections among architecture, culture, and technology through two areas of specialization: Technologies of the Built Environment and History, Theory, and Criticism. 

The Physics programme from Illinois Institute of Technology is expected to conduct meaningful, original research that makes a significant contribution to the field, while expanding their own knowledge.