650500 - Theoretical and applied mechanics
Doctoral (PhD) program in the direction of "Theoretical and applied Mechanics"
Purpose and organization.
The doctoral program is designed for structured support of the preparation of doctoral dissertations in the context of obtaining the qualification of "Doctor of Philosophy" (PhD) and providing in-depth specialized knowledge, the formation of research skills and competencies based on the latest scientific research.
Profiles: Computational mechanics and computer engineering, applied mechanics, mechanics of deformable solids.
Target audience: graduates with a master's degree and practitioners with higher education.
Disciplinary orientation (managers): Mechanics
Interdisciplinarity: students with a master's degree in the fields of: computational mechanics, computer modeling in engineering and technology, applied mechanics, etc.
Successful graduates of the program are independent researchers with professional, personal competencies who are able to make a significant contribution to the development of deformable solid mechanics.
Advantages of the program:
Theoretical and research components;
Research program, individually selected for each doctoral student;
Targeted training for the purpose of effective development of research skills;
Development of general skills;
High chances of completing the program on time;
A graduate of the program is able to act as an independent researcher.
The program allows the doctoral student:
to pass during training the scientific and pedagogical practice necessary for further career - that is, in fact, to work in the specialty while studying (for example, to teach);
conduct research in your own country, on the basis of a properly equipped university/scientific institution or in another foreign university during a research internship.
Qualification model of a graduate of the doctoral program "Theoretical and Applied Mechanics":
Knowledge:
- the latest system knowledge in the field of education, research;
- can make a significant contribution to the development of new knowledge in a specific research area, as well as at the junction of areas.
- possession of an interdisciplinary approach.
Skills:
- demonstrate the ability to independently conduct research in their field of study;
- critically analyze and summarize new information and ideas from different sources;
- ability to participate in international discussions in the field of research;
- possession of the most modern skills and technologies, solving critical problems of science and innovation.
- the ability to generate new and rethink existing knowledge
- have a broad awareness of the key sources of funding and procedures for applying for a grant.
Personal competencies:
- demonstrates independence, innovation, scientific and professional integrity, as well as a steady commitment to the development of new ideas or processes in advanced areas of professional activity or training, including research.
- is responsible for the implementation of the results of its research at the institutional level and/or on the scale of the industry.
- supervises research or professional groups in solving complex, including interdisciplinary tasks.
- demonstrates effective skills in preparing materials for publication and patenting in accordance with international quality standards;
- able to participate in national and international research projects;
- is able to bring research results to a diverse audience, including specialists /non-specialists in their field;
- proficient in teaching methods at the university, including modern educational technologies;
Training period
The standard period of study is four years and begins with enrollment in the doctoral program. In special cases, within the framework of an individual curriculum, the study period can be extended for up to one year.
Teaching methods
Approximately 25% of the study time is devoted to disciplines directly related to the subject of research, subjects from related fields, teaching skills, the use of information technology, and the development of personal competencies. The rest of the time is devoted to instilling research skills, working on a specific research task and developing professional skills.
Evaluation system
Specific rules and forms of assessment are communicated to doctoral students at the beginning of the module (semester). Credits for the academic component of the program are awarded upon successful completion of the intermediate certification in the relevant discipline (module). Module exams that have not been passed can be retaken once.
The main criterion for the completion of a doctoral research and educational program is the development of at least 240 credits by a doctoral student, including 60 credits of academic disciplines (modules) and 180 credits of research work, including research internships, internships and all types of certifications, including public defense of a PhD thesis.
