Online STEM Doctorate Degrees
Online STEM Doctorate Degrees
Earn your doctorate and establish yourself as a leader in the field
Purdue University’s online doctoral degrees bridge the gap between academic research and industry practice, giving professionals in technology and engineering fields dynamic skills in applied research that they can use to move their industries forward. These boundary-pushing programs offer the same academic rigor and career-enhancing connections as our on-campus programs, and they are taught by the same expert Purdue faculty.
Doctor of Technology
Purdue’s online Doctor of Technology empowers professionals to conduct advanced, applied research so they can lead organizations and solve complex, technology-driven challenges in various industries.
Doctor of Engineering
Explore the prestigious online Doctor of Engineering — a flexible, practice-focused doctoral degree designed for experienced professionals seeking to lead innovation and create impact in engineering and technology industries.
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Doctor of Technology
Purdue University’s innovative online Doctor of Technology degree is the first of its kind at a tier-one research institution. In this program, students learn from renowned scholars and industry professionals, solve complex technology-related problems, conduct applied research and prepare themselves for leadership positions in technology, aviation, construction management, artificial intelligence and more, all while studying 100% online in a flexible format.
- IT professionals, business analysts and tech leaders
- Those interested in applying technology to real-world industry challenges
- Minimum 3.2 GPA
- Master’s degree in business or technology
- 2+ years of professional experience (preferred, not required)
- No need for a pre-identified research topic or industry partner
- Systems Thinking and Integration
- Technology Leadership and Innovation
- Strategic Planning and Organizational Development
- Project Management for Technical Environments
- Ethical and Legal Considerations in Technology
- Change Management and Organizational Behavior
- Emerging Technologies and Trend Analysis
- Advanced Problem-Solving and Decision-Making
- Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration
- Director of Information Technology
- Chief Technology Officer
- Chief Information Officer
- Senior Technology Project Manager
- Innovation and Project Devlopment Leader
- Technology Consultant
- Entrepreneur
- Technical Architect & more
Doctor of Engineering
Purdue University’s online Doctor of Engineering degree blends hands-on research with advanced technical and professional coursework, enabling engineers to elevate their careers and lead in top-level engineering roles. In this flexible program, students conduct industry-relevant research, study the latest trends and future directions in their field of choice, work with faculty mentors, and prepare themselves to excel in the engineering industry as managers, consultants, instructors and entrepreneurs.
- Mid- to senior-level engineers with a previous degree in engineering
- Engineers, software developers and STEM professionals
- Those interested in advanced engineering fields and/or optimizing engineering processes and tools within their industry
- Those who have an employer or industry partner willing to mentor and support student-directed applied research
- Minimum 3.0 GPA
- Undergraduate/Master’s degree in engineering or STEM
- 5+ years of professional engineering experience (required)
- Math Background in Calculus I, Calculus II and either Linear Algebra or Differential Equations
- Utilizing AI in engineering and robotics
- Quantum computing
- Quantitative and analytical analysis
- Software engineering
- Designing autonomous & connected systems
- Engineering leadership & management
- Environmental & sustainable engineering
- Supply chain management
- Chief Engineering Officer
- Chief Research & Development Officer
- Engineering Department or Division Manager
- Government Agency Engineering Consultant/Contractor
- Senior Level Engineer
- Engineering Instructor
- Entrepreneur
- Consultant
