Doctor of Philosophy in Computational and Data Science

Middle Tennessee State University

The Computational and Data Science Ph.D. is an interdisciplinary program that includes faculty from Agriculture, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Engineering Technology, Geosciences, Mathematical Sciences, and Physics and Astronomy.The program is research-intensive and applied in nature, seeking to produce graduates with competency in the following three key areas:Mastery of the mathematical methods of computation as applied to scientific research investigations coupled with a firm understanding of the underlying fundamental science in at least one disciplinary specialization.Deep knowledge of programming languages, scientific programming, and computing technology so that graduates can adapt and grow as computing systems evolveEffective written and oral communication skills so that graduates assume leadership positions in academia, national labs, and industry. The Ph.D. in Computational and Data Science requires completion of of 72-84 hours.

College of Basic and Applied Sciences