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Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering – (Ph.D.)
University of Cyprus
Department of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering| Application Deadline: | April 15, October 31 | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 1,250 - | ||
| Location: | Nicosia / Cyprus / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 36 months | Start Date: | January, September |
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| Languages: | Greek | ||
Location of University of Cyprus
Duration: The minimum period of study is six (6) academic semesters and the maximum period of study is sixteen (16) academic semesters.
The postgraduate programmes of each department are supervised by a three-member Postgraduate Programmes Committee, chaired by a Postgraduate Programmes Coordinator.The Coordinator may be the chairperson of the department or a member of the academic staff appointed by the chairperson. The other members of the committee are appointed by the Departmental Board. The Committee is appointed for a two-year term.
For every student in the Postgraduate Programme, the department appoints an Academic Supervisor, whereas at the research stage of the Ph.D. a Research Supervisor is appointed. Candidate students select a member of the academic staff to act as their Research Supervisor. The student´s choice must be approved by the Postgraduate Programmes Coordinator. The Research Supervisor guides the students in their research and provides the necessary help and advice.
The programmes of study of the University of Cyprus are based on the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS). An ECTS normally corresponds to a 25-30 hours workload per semester. Full-time status requires a courseload of 21 ECTS per semester. Students carrying fewer ECTS are considered part-time.
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Programme of Study
The programme of study leading to the Ph.D. degree inMechanical and Manufacturing Engineering requires thecompletion of a minimum of 240 ECTS beyond the Bachelordegree.
For students proceeding directly from B.Sc. to Ph.D., the240 ECTS should be distributed as follows:
o Coursework related to the Ph.D. thesis 56 ECTS
- Graduate courses in MME (40 ECTS)
- Graduate course in/outside MME (16 ECTS)
o Thesis research (MME 801-816) 160 ECTS
o Graduate Seminar (MME 601-4) 8 ECTS
o Selection of at least one of the following 16 ECTS
- Additional coursework
- Independent Study (MME 605-6)
TOTAL 240
Students should select, in consultation with their advisors, the courses that will fulfill the requirements for their Ph.D. thesis.Most coursework eligible for the Ph.D. programme must be graduate-level courses. Ph.D. students are considered full-time if they are enrolled in 22 or more ECTS each semester.
Transfer of Credit and Student Exchanges
Students admitted to the Ph.D. programme in Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering from an accredited undergraduate programme may, upon approval of their petition to the MMEGraduate Studies Committee, transfer ECTS for graduate coursework they have successfully completed towards the requirements of the M.Sc. degree, according to the General Graduate Studies Regulations.
Students who have joined the doctoral programme after successfully completing a relevant M.Sc. programme can be credited with up to 60 ECTS. ECTS for previously completed graduate work are credited only after approval by the Graduate Studies Committee of the MME Department, following a justified petition by the student.In the framework of inter-university student exchange programmes, Ph.D. students may, upon agreement with their advisor and approval of their petition to the MME Graduate Studies Committee, attend courses and conduct research at an accredited university abroad.
Comprehensive Examination
Admission to candidacy for the Ph.D. programme is granted when the student has satisfactorily passed a comprehensive examination intended to evaluate fundamental ability and knowledge in Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering. For students with a B.Sc. degree, the comprehensive examination must be taken no later than three academic semesters after the student enrolled in the Ph.D. programme. For students with an M.Sc degree, the comprehensive examination must be taken no later than two academic semesters after the student enrolled inthe Ph.D. programme.
Ph.D. Thesis
An original research study and a thesis are required for the Ph.D. degree. The subject of the students´ research is chosen in consultation with their advisor.
Dissertation Proposal
Doctoral studentsmust prepare a brief written proposal (no morethan 20 pages) of their intended doctoral research, and make acomprehensive oral presentation, before the DissertationCommittee and a representative from the MME Graduate Studies Committee, that demonstrates a sound understanding of the dissertation topic, the relevant literature, the techniques to be employed, the issues to be addressed and the work completed to date. The proposal must be made within a year after admission to candidacy (after passing the Comprehensive Examination) and at least one year before the intended date of defence.
Doctoral Dissertation
The doctoral dissertation must address current and valid scientific and/or technical issue(s) primarily by fundamental research, leading to new scientific and/or engineering knowledge. Applied research and development aspects, leading to a prototype or an application of this basic research, may also be included as a secondary component of the dissertation. The research must be novel and original, and of the highest scholarly standards, qualifying it as acceptable for publication in international academic journals.The dissertation must be based on significant research findings by the doctoral candidate, distinguished clearly from the work of others, testifying to the candidate´s personal contribution and scholarship, and acknowledging support by others in or outside the University. In addition, the broader impacts of the research must be highlighted in the dissertation, in terms of opening new scientific or engineering areas or issues, and generating new technical applications and innovations. Broader impacts must also be indicated in promoting learning innovation, education at all student levels and training of the workforce; involving underrepresented groups in science and engineering; establishing physical infrastructure (laboratory resources, software programs, etc.) and virtual resources (centres, networks, etc.); setting dissemination plans through scholarly publications and presentations, and outreach through the media to the public, etc.;and indicating societal implications of the work, including public health and safety, security, environmental impacts, etc.
Dissertation Defence
Doctoral candidates are required to defend the originality, independence, and quality of their research during an oral dissertation defence.
Graduate Level Courses
Students must successfully take a number of courses related to their graduate programme of studies, i.e., Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering, which will credit them with the necessary ECTS according to their programme requirements. Graduate courses at the 50X-level are also open as electives to advanced undergraduate students, while graduate courses at the 60X-level are reserved for graduate students only (M.Sc. and Ph.D. programmes).
Requirements
Admission to the Ph.D. Programme
Applicants to the Ph.D. programme must hold the equivalent of a B.Sc. or M.Sc. degree in Mechanical and/or Manufacturing Engineering, or in a related field of science or engineering, from the University of Cyprus or other accredited university. Candidates must submit an application form to the Department within the announced time limits. All applications are evaluated by the Graduate Studies Committee of the MME Department, whichmakes suggestions to the Council of the Department for final approval of the selected candidates.
The applicants to the Ph.D. programme are selected according to the following criteria, while the MME Department reserves its right to fill only as many announced graduate student positions as the Department deems appropriate:
* Quality of the applicant´s background in breadth and depth, and past performance in his/her undergraduate or graduate studies
* Evidence of ability for original and innovative research in the proposed area of study
* Relevance of the proposed field of research to the interests of the department, the University and the society
* Familiarity with the English language is required for admission to the doctoral programme
Applications should include the following: * Application Form
* Two signed letters of recommendation in sealed envelopes. Some departments require three reference letters, so before submitting your application, please read the Postgraduate Prospectus and any relevant departmental prospectus to ascertain the required number of reference letters. The Department may request additional confidential information from the referees. You may also consult the department webside.
* Copies of university degrees or a statement of expected graduation in the month preceding enrolment in the postgraduate programme.
* Transcript/s as appropriate.
* Curriculum vitae
* A short statement (maximum two pages) of the student's research goals and interests.
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