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PhD of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering Concentration

Cookeville, United States
4 years
English
On campus
PhD

Tennessee Technological University campus

About the program

Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering (Mechanical Engineering Concentration) offered by Department of Mechanical and Nuclear Engineering at Tennessee Technological University, Focused on design, Analysis, Manufacturing and maintenance of mechanical and thermal systems.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Develop advanced expertise in Engineering in Mechanical Engineering Concentration
Undertake rigorous independent research
Critically evaluate evidence
and communicate original findings within the discipline.

Career outcomes

Mechanical engineer
Materials engineer
Researcher
Manufacturing consultant
Automotive and aerospace industries

Curriculum

Coursework centres on design
Analysis
Manufacturing and maintenance of mechanical and thermal systems. A research doctorate in the engineering PhD. The Graduate Catalog lists the detailed course requirements and credit hours.

Entry requirements

Academic

Accredited bachelor or master degree with official transcripts as set by the doctoral programme
Recommendation letters and test scores per the Graduate Catalog
English proficiency proof.

Accepted academic background

Bachelor or master degree (accredited) as set by the doctoral program, Official transcripts, Recommendation letters, Proof of funds.

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
Recommendation Letters.

How to apply

Choose the program and review the relevant international admission deadlines. Submit the appropriate undergraduate or graduate online application and applicable fee. Provide transcripts and any additional program-specific materials. Follow the admission instructions to obtain enrollment and immigration documents if admitted.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$28,236 USD
Application fee	$40 USD
Deposit	$5,600 USD

Program details

Campus	Cookeville main campus
Faculty or school	College of Engineering
Department	Mechanical and Nuclear Engineering
Teaching language	English
Credit value	60
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1
Scholarship note	Scholarship opportunities may be available to eligible students, Availability and award criteria should be confirmed with the university.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
1 May 2027
168 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 4 years.