Doctor of Philosophy in Space Science and Technology

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Degree Structure

College

Sciences

Department

Applied Physics and Astronomy

Level

Graduate Phd

Study System

Courses and Theses

Total Credit Hours

54 Cr.Hrs

Duration

3-5 Years

Intake

Fall and Spring

Language

English

Study Mode

Full Time

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Degree Overview

 

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Study Plan

What you will learn 

Upon the successful completion of the program, students should be able to:

 

  1. Integrate advanced concepts in celestial mechanics, computational techniques, and space science and technology, alongside developing technical skills in space instrumentation, remote sensing technologies, AI, and machine learning applications relevant to space exploration.
  2. Use proficiency in research methodology and data analysis, with the ability to conduct original research that contributes to the field, while acquiring specialized knowledge in key astrophysical areas including stellar astrophysics, radio astronomy, high-energy astrophysics, planetary science, and cosmology.
  3. Effectively communicate complex scientific concepts and research findings through oral presentations, publications, and other forms of scholarly dissemination, ensuring the ability to share knowledge within and beyond the academic community.
  4. Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to address and navigate challenges in space science and technology, demonstrating adaptability, creativity, and resilience in solving complex problems.
  5. Engage in effective collaboration and networking with both academic and industry partners, leveraging interdisciplinary research opportunities while demonstrating ethical and professional conduct in all research activities, adhering to the highest standards of integrity and responsibility.
  6. Apply leadership skills and professional development through comprehensive integration of the evolving landscape of space science and technology.
  7. Develop innovative applications and solutions of space science and technology principles to real-world scenarios.
 

University Requirements

College Requirements

Degree Requirements

  1. Compulsory Courses (12 credit hours)
  2. Elective Courses (12 credit hours)
  3. Thesis (30 credit hours)
  4. Qualifying Exam (Zero credit hours)
  5. Seminar (Zero credit hours)
  • Compulsory courses (42 credit hours)

Course #

Course Title

Credit Hours

اسم المساق

Prerequisite

Course #

Course Title

1430720

Advanced Space Science and Technology

3

علوم وتكنولوجيا الفضاء المتقدمة

-

-

1430740

Advanced Computational Techniques

3

التقنيات الحسابية المتقدمة

-

-

1430750

Advanced Celestial Mechanics

3

الميكانيكا السماوية المتقدمة

-

-

1430780

Research Methodology and Data Analysis

3

منهجية البحث وتحليل البيانات

-

-

1430790

Qualifying Exam

0

الامتحان التأهيلي

-

-

1430798

Seminar

0

سيمنار

-

-

1430799

Thesis

30

الرسالة

-

-

 

  • Elective Courses (12 credit hours)

Course #

Course Title

Credit Hours

اسم المساق

Prerequisite

Course #

Course Title

1430710

Advanced Stellar Astrophysics

3

فيزياء النجوم الفلكية المتقدمة

-

-

1430711

Advanced Radio Astronomy

3

علم الفلك الراديوي المتقدم

-

-

1430712

High-Energy Astrophysics

3

فيزياء الفلك عالية الطاقة

-

-

1430713

Cosmology and Large-Scale Structure

3

علم الكونيات والبنية واسعة النطاق

-

-

1430714

Astrophysical Fluid Dynamics

3

ديناميكا الموائع الفلكية

-

-

1430715

Astro- and Cosmo-Particle Physics

3

فيزياء الجسيمات الفلكية والكونية

-

-

1430721

Solar & Environment Materials Technology

3

تكنولوجيا المواد الشمسية والبيئية

-

-

1430722

Advanced CubeSat Systems Design

3

تصميم أنظمة CubeSat المتقدمة

-

-

1430723

Space Instrumentation and Technology

3

أجهزة وتكنولوجيا الفضاء

-

-

1430730

Advanced Planetary Science

3

علوم الكواكب المتقدمة

-

-

1430731

Exoplanetology

3

علم الكواكب الخارجية

-

-

1430732

Astrobiology

3

علم الأحياء الفلكي

-

-

1430751

Orbital Mechanics

3

ميكانيكا المدارات

-

-

1430760

Astrostatistics and Data Analysis

3

الإحصاء الفلكي وتحليل البيانات

-

-

1430761

Observational Astronomy Techniques

3

تقنيات علم الفلك الرصدي

-

-

1430770

AI and Machine Learning in Remote Sensing

3

الذكاء الاصطناعي والتعلم الآلي في الاستشعار عن بعد

-

-

1430771

Acquisition and Exploration of Geospatial Data

3

جمع واستكشاف البيانات الجيومكانية

-

-

1430772

Advanced Geospatial Artificial Intelligence

3

الذكاء الاصطناعي الجيومكاني المتقدم

-

-

1430773

Remote Sensing Applications and Emerging Technologies

3

تطبيقات الاستشعار عن بعد والتقنيات الناشئة

-

-

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