Physics Dual-Ph.D. Degree Program
This website includes information on the Dual Degree PhD program in physics between the Department of Physics at University of Texas at Austin (UT) and the School of Physics at Peking University (PKU). Students participating in this program will be enrolled in the PhD Programs of both Universities. In recognition of the completion of the program, both UT and PKU will confer to the student the Physics doctoral degree.
Get TWO Ph.D.'s for the price of one! --- and develop international connections for life
To enter the program:
- find two Ph.D. advisors: UT and PKU
- apply to UT & PKU Dual-Ph.D. committees
- get UT Masters degree (before going to PKU)
Requirements for two Ph.D.s:
- Dissertation in English
- Publication of a peer-reviewed paper
- Dissertation defense at UT & PKU (video conference)
UT Student while at PKU:
- Conduct research
- 2 years (or more) residency
- 2-4 semesters of Chinese language (class for foreign students, 2hrs/week)
- Attend a seminar each semester
- Register for one course (any course offered by the school of physics)
Plan now! UT students should see Professors Qian Niu or Harry Swinney.