Online Doctor of Engineering
Online Doctor of Engineering
Design Your Next Chapter in Engineering Research and Leadership
The online Doctor of Engineering (D.Eng) program from Purdue University is designed for experienced professionals who are ready to create meaningful impact in their field. This flexible, practice-based doctoral degree prepares engineers to solve real-world challenges and lead at the highest levels across industry, government and academia.
Through a combination of applied research, advanced technical coursework and professional development, engineers develop the skills needed to guide teams, influence decision-making and drive innovation. The program emphasizes:
- Industry-relevant research tailored to your area of expertise
- In-depth exploration of emerging engineering and technology trends
- Close mentorship from world-class Purdue faculty
- Preparation for senior leadership roles such as director, consultant, instructor or entrepreneur
Offered 100% online, this program allows you to build new expertise while continuing to meet your professional obligations. Whether you want to shape the future of engineering practice, lead transformative projects or bring innovative solutions to market, Purdue’s online D.Eng program offers the tools and flexibility to help you get there.
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Student Testimonials
“Purdue’s D.Eng. is uniquely attractive because it sits at exactly the intersection of academia and industry, providing an opportunity to continue learning and improving as I advance my career. Purdue offers a broader selection of coursework for the distance learner and places more emphasis on applied research.”
Andrew Walz, Current Doctor of Engineering Student
Senior Director of Research Development Program Management, Alcon Research
“What I find particularly exciting about the program is being able to design a plan of study that fits my interests, including classes across a variety of engineering disciplines. By working full time while studying, I am able to apply what I’m learning to the work I do, which helps reinforce the learning.”
Thomas McNamara, Current Doctor of Engineering Student
Biomedical Engineer, Food and Drug Administration
“So many problems we face in industry are interdisciplinary, requiring technical knowledge from multiple domains. Purdue’s D.Eng. program emphasizes integrating knowledge from different domains in a novel way. It provides an opportunity to learn more frameworks and then apply them in research to create solutions to problems I face every day in my career.”
Benjamin Fouch, Current Doctor of Engineering Student
Vice President of Strategy & Operations, LDI, Ltd.
