Minimum THREE / FOUR years and Maximum FIVE / SIX years for FULL-time and PART-time research respectively.
A doctorate in computer science builds on prior knowledge, education, and experience in the field. The degree typically takes 4-5 years to complete, and involves independent study and research in a focused area of interest. Doctorate programs include coursework and research that culminate in a final dissertation.
To enter a Ph.D. program, you must hold at least a bachelor’s degree in the field, though a master’s degree is usually preferable. Doctorate applicants must also submit GRE scores and letters of recommendation.
Students who enter these programs generally want to enter highly specialized computer science fields or teach at the college level. They must demonstrate academic success in prior college programs, and a desire to learn more about a specific area of the industry through additional study and research.
Computer science plays a role in virtually every field of industry. For this reason, Ph.D. programs are diverse, and many students pursue interdisciplinary degrees.