Overview
Students will be equipped with the skills necessary to define, formulate and solve novel problems in the mechanical engineering field. The Mechanical Engineering program at The University of Alabama at Birmingham will emphasize the mechanical engineering sciences with a strong foundation in mathematics.
Careers
Graduates will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to develop quality research proposals and carry out research to develop new and innovative theories, models, products and ideas in mechanical engineering intended to advance the state-of-the-art.
Entry-level roles at academic institutions would include assistant professor or research engineer, and in government and industry research engineer or laboratory associate. Graduates will also be well prepared to compete for post-doctoral studies at other universities and laboratories across the world.
Programme Structure
Students in the Mechanical Engineering program will:- Develop the ability to identify, formulate and solve complex Mechanical Engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science and mathematics.
- Be able to explain experimental/theoretical approaches and limitations associated with his/her dissertation project.
- Be able to summarize the relevant literature, identify its limitations, and formulate an original research plan.
- Be able to communicate and defend his/her research results and conclusions in oral and written form.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 84 months
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Credits
- at least 27 credits for students entering with a master's degree, 48 for bachelor's
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Disciplines
Mechanical Engineering View 94 other PhDs in Mechanical Engineering in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Student insurance
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Undergraduate or graduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering field from an ABET (or equivalent) accredited program. Applicants who do not meet this criterion but who have an outstanding academic record in a related field outside of engineering may be admitted, but will be required to complete a sequence of undergraduate courses in addition to the normal requirements
- Minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale for most recent degree
- Personal statement identifying research interest
- CV/Résumé
- 3 academic or professional recommendations
- International applicants must submit English proficiency scores in accordance with UAB Graduate School requirement.
- Original transcripts sent directly to the UAB Graduate School
Tuition Fee
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International
4852 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1258 USD per credit during 84 months. -
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4532 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1175 USD per credit during 84 months. -
In-State
1859 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 482 USD per credit during 84 months.
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