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Doctor of Philosophy in Sof...

Doctor of Philosophy in Software Engineering

At University of Texas - Dallas

Location

United States

Qualification

Doctoral degree

Fees

USD33294

(2026)

Duration

8 Semester(s)

Next intake

25.08.2026

Entry Score

6.5

IELTS

Course info

The PhD in Software Engineering program is tailored to the student. The student must arrange a course program with the guidance and approval of a faculty member chosen as their graduate advisor. Adjustments can be made as the student's interests develop and a specific dissertation top is chosen.

The software engineering researchers in the Department of Computer Science are focused on issues related to effectively developing large-scale, complex systems. In particular, new categories of applications are emerging such as big data, cyber physical, and autonomous adaptable systems, which continue to drive leading edge research in software engineering on diverse topics. Key research areas include requirements engineering, architecture, design, service-oriented computing, testing and verification, static analysis, software maintenance and multi-agent systems.

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Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. to get an accurate price.

Duration: 8 Semester(s)

Fees: USD33294

Intake	Location
Fall (August), 2026	Richardson
Spring (January), 2027	Richardson
Summer (June), 2027	Richardson

Entry requirements for University of Texas - Dallas

Admission Option One

Degree requirements: A master's degree in computer science or its equivalent

GPA: Minimum of 3.5

Test score: Minimum revised GRE scores of 308, 153, 155, and 4 for the combined, verbal, quantitative and analytical writing components, respectively, are advisable.

Admission Option Two

Degree requirements: A BS degree in related area that includes two semesters of calculus and linear algebra.

GPA: Minimum of 3.5 in the last 60 semester credit hours.

Test score: Minimum revised GRE scores of 315, 156, 159 and 4 for the combined, verbal, quantitative and analytical writing components, respectively, are advisable.

English proficiency requirements

Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) iBT (Internet-based test) Minimum score: 80

TOEFL PBT (paper-based test) Minimum score: 550

International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Minimum score: 6.5

Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE) Minimum score: 67

Completion of Level 112 at an ELS Language Center

Duolingo English Test Minimum score: 105

Application Deadlines: Fall term - January 15 (Early), May 1 (Regular); Spring term - May 15 (Early), October 1 (Regular).

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If you aren't eligible for the above entry requirements, you might have a chance to explore pathway options at University of Texas - Dallas. If you want to find out more, speak to our counsellors.

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