Overview

Through a comprehensive curriculum that merges advanced technical training with applied research and real-world problem solving, DIT students gain deep expertise in areas such as information systems, cybersecurity, cloud computing, enterprise architecture, and digital transformation.

The programme cultivates not only technical proficiency, but also strategic insight, ethical awareness, and leadership acumen — preparing graduates to oversee complex IT infrastructures, spearhead organizational change, and align technology initiatives with business goals.

Learning Outcomes

Evaluate and anticipate the evolution, current practices, and emerging trends in information technology to address complex organizational and societal challenges.

Design and implement secure, scalable, and innovative IT solutions by applying advanced concepts, methodologies, and tools.

Conduct and disseminate original research and applied studies that contribute to the advancement of knowledge and practice in information technology.

Integrate strategic foresight, resilience, and ethical decision-making into IT leadership, governance, and organizational innovation.

Communicate and apply expertise effectively across academic, professional, and organizational contexts to influence decision-making and lead change.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Python and Computation

Managing Information Systems & Technology

Compliance and Assessment

Prospectus

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

Key information

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-31 00:00:00

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More details

International students are advised to begin the admission process as early as possible.

Language

English

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Credits

48 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Irvine, United States
Santa Monica, United States
San Francisco, United States

Disciplines

Information Technology (IT) View 52 other PhDs in Information Technology (IT) in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A master’s degree with:

A minimum of 2.50 cumulative GPA is required
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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

44160 USD / full

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Out-of-State

42000 USD / full

≈ 42000 USD / full
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

42000 USD / full

≈ 42000 USD / full

Additional Details

Online tuition fees per credit: $800

Living costs

Irvine

United States

1560 - 2585 USD / month

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Learning Outcomes

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Key information

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Credits

Delivered

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General requirements

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