Doctor of Philosophy in Aerospace Engineering — study plan
King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals College of Engineering and Physics
- Credit hours
- 42
- Levels
- 6
- Courses
- 14
- Degree
- phd
The Doctor of Philosophy in Aerospace Engineering study plan at King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals is an accredited phd programme spanning about 3 years (6 academic levels), requiring 42 credit hours across 14 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
First Year - Semester 1 9 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| AE 5xx | Track Core I | 3 |
| AE/XX 5xx/6xx | Track Elective I | 3 |
| XX 5xx/6xx | Technical Elective I | 3 |
First Year - Semester 2 9 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| AE 5xx | Track Core II | 3 |
| AE/XX 5xx/6xx | Track Elective II | 3 |
| XX 5xx/6xx | Technical Elective II | 3 |
Second Year - Semester 1 9 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| AE/XX 5xx/6xx | Track Elective III | 3 |
| AE/XX 5xx/6xx | Dept Elective I | 3 |
| XX 5xx/6xx | Technical Elective III | 3 |
| AE 699 | PhD Seminar | 0 |
Second Year - Semester 2 6 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| AE/XX 5xx/6xx | Dept Elective II | 3 |
| AE 711 | PhD Pre-Dissertation | 3 |
Third Year - Semester 1 0 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| AE 712 | PhD Dissertation (In Progress) | 0 |
Third Year - Semester 2 9 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| AE 712 | PhD Dissertation | 9 |
This plan is transcribed from the university's official source. Always confirm the plan approved for your own cohort before registering. Official source
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Frequently asked questions about Doctor of Philosophy in Aerospace Engineering
How many credit hours is Doctor of Philosophy in Aerospace Engineering at King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals?
Doctor of Philosophy in Aerospace Engineering at King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals requires completing 42 credit hours to graduate, spread across 14 courses.
How many years is Doctor of Philosophy in Aerospace Engineering at King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals?
The study plan for Doctor of Philosophy in Aerospace Engineering spans about 3 years (6 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Doctor of Philosophy in Aerospace Engineering award?
Doctor of Philosophy in Aerospace Engineering at King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals awards a PhD degree after completing 42 credit hours.
Is Doctor of Philosophy in Aerospace Engineering offered at other universities?
Yes, Doctor of Philosophy in Aerospace Engineering is offered at at least 1 other universities in the Beseyat database. You can compare their study plans in the "Same major at other universities" section on this page.