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A Doctor of Philosophy degree is a doctorate or academic doctoral degree awarded by universities. It qualifies the holder of the degree to teach at university level in the field of the degree and is often considered the highest degree possible. What is a PhD in IT? A PhD in IT covers research on the business, economic, and organizational implications of digital and information technologies. Studen… Read more

What is a PhD in IT? A PhD in IT covers research on the business, economic, and organizational implications of digital and information technologies. Students acquire an understanding of underlying technologies and information theory principles, in addition to their economic and organizational implications. Research in this field focuses on the emerging digital economy, how organizations and markets have been transformed, and new business models. IT is multidisciplinary and encompasses economics, management science, computer science, psychology, and organizational behavior. Some concentrations within this field include information systems, information security, software engineering, digital forensics, and information science and technology.

Graduates with a PhD in IT receive the experience of working with a faculty mentor, performing original research, and working on unsolved and difficult problems. Students gain investigative skills and further develop quantitative skills. In addition, their critical thinking skills are strengthened and they are able to create new applications and form theories that further advance the field.

The cost of a PhD varies, contingent on the university, the program length, and the country of study. To learn more information, contact the admissions office of the institution to inquire about the costs of the program.

Career prospects in information technology are geared toward preparing graduates for teaching and research careers in higher education. Besides academic environments, graduates have become senior consultants, systems administrators, lead systems analysts, IT directors, vice presidents of IT departments, and chief information officers. In addition to colleges and universities, positions can be found in corporations, technology firms, health care organizations, IT consulting firms, and government agencies.

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PhD in Information and Technology

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Unicaf University (MW)

New York, USA +13 More

The goal of the Ph.D. programme is to prepare the next generation of leading researchers. The Ph.D. is a programme of independent, self-directed academic research degree, supp ... +

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The goal of the Ph.D. programme is to prepare the next generation of leading researchers. The Ph.D. is a programme of independent, self-directed academic research degree, supported by a team of supervisors that makes an original contribution to knowledge written up in a publishable dissertation. -

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Doctorate in Information Technology Research

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Universidade Santiago de Compostela

Santiago de Compostela, Spain

The main strengths of this doctoral program proposal are focused on specialization in content that ranges from knowledge of current computing architectures and their use, to a ... +

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The main strengths of this doctoral program proposal are focused on specialization in content that ranges from knowledge of current computing architectures and their use, to artificial intelligence and robotics, through distributed information systems, or analysis. and synthesis of visual information or electronic design. -

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3 years

Spanish

Oct 2021

10 Sep 2021

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Doctorate in Information Technology

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Atlantic International University

Honolulu, USA

The Doctor of Information Technology (D.Sc) goal is to help students acquire the practical skills and theoretical knowledge necessary to work as an expert in their field.

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The Doctor of Information Technology (D.Sc) goal is to help students acquire the practical skills and theoretical knowledge necessary to work as an expert in their field. -

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Doctor of Philosophy in Computer Science (Ph.D.)

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The George Washington University - School of Engineering & Applied Science

Washington, USA

The Doctoral Degree in Computer Science is based on coursework as well as research that leads to a dissertation. Areas of research focus center around these topics: computer s ... +

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The Doctoral Degree in Computer Science is based on coursework as well as research that leads to a dissertation. Areas of research focus center around these topics: computer security and information assurance, software engineering and systems, bioinformatics and biomedical computing, networking and mobile computing, pervasive computing and embedded systems, machine intelligence, robotics, and algorithms and theory. -

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Full-time

4 - 6 years

English

Aug 2021

Campus

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Information Security

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UAEU United Arab Emirates University

Al Ain, United Arab Emirates

The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) with Concentration in Information Security is available for high caliber individuals who are able to develop and implement their own research ... +

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The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) with Concentration in Information Security is available for high caliber individuals who are able to develop and implement their own research studies. The program provides students with the knowledge and ability to conduct applied and basic research towards the development of novel solutions to substantive information security research problems from academia, government, and Industry. In addition to conducting rigorous research, students are expected to complete a set of course work and pass all required examinations. -

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4 years

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Aug 2021

Campus

Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering and Information Technology

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Czech Technical University in Prague

Prague 6, Czech Republic

The Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering and Information Technology's goal is to prepare graduates for scientific work. By attaining higher qualifications, including knowledge of f ... +

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The Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering and Information Technology's goal is to prepare graduates for scientific work. By attaining higher qualifications, including knowledge of foreign languages, Ph.D. graduates will significantly increase their career opportunities. Students who wish to continue their studies towards this Ph.D. can choose from 16 fields of specialization. -

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4 - 5 years

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01 Sep 2021

30 Apr 2021

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PhD in Information

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University of Toronto Faculty of Information

Toronto, Canada

Be equipped to take on leadership roles in information and knowledge-based environments, including academia. The doctorate program features advanced scholarly research on the ... +

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Be equipped to take on leadership roles in information and knowledge-based environments, including academia. The doctorate program features advanced scholarly research on the theoretical basis of information studies. In private and public institutions, apply the Ph.D. to professional practice functions such as research, systems analysis and design, and administration. -

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Full-time

4 - 6 years

English

Sep 2021

Campus

PhD in Economics, Networks and Business Analytics

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IMT School for Advanced Studies Lucca

Lucca, Italy

Economics, Networks and Business Analytics is one of the four field-specific Tracks offered and is under the “Systems Science” PhD Program.

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Economics, Networks and Business Analytics is one of the four field-specific Tracks offered and is under the “Systems Science” PhD Program. -

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Full-time

3 - 4 years

English

Campus

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in information System and Networks

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Selinus University of Science and Literature

London, United Kingdom +1 More

The research thesis of this PhD programme should provide a basis for understanding, implementation and rational decision making on contemporary networking technologies. Analyz ... +

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The research thesis of this PhD programme should provide a basis for understanding, implementation and rational decision making on contemporary networking technologies. Analyze contemporary terminology, concepts, technologies and devices used in the Internet industry. It should develop both intentional and accidental threats and threats to computer mainframe systems and networks. It should also show how to detect and prevent these threats and how to minimise potential losses caused by fraud and/or human error. -

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Part-time

English, Italian

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PhD in Information Technology Management

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University of Johannesburg

Johannesburg, South Africa

Through the doctoral thesis, in which the qualification finally culminates, a qualifying student shows evidence of independent and original scientific work. The thesis would c ... +

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Through the doctoral thesis, in which the qualification finally culminates, a qualifying student shows evidence of independent and original scientific work. The thesis would constitute a decided contribution to the knowledge of an insight into the subject discipline as well as the field of research. -

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Full-time

Part-time

2 - 4 years

English

Jan 2022

Campus

PhD in Computer Science - Visual Computing and Computer Games

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Charles University Faculty of Mathematics and Physics

Prague, Czech Republic

The program focuses on the education of graduates prepared to solve research problems in the sub-area of computer science related to the generation and processing of visual in ... +

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The program focuses on the education of graduates prepared to solve research problems in the sub-area of computer science related to the generation and processing of visual information (computer graphics, image analysis, machine vision) and/or computer games development. -

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Full-time

4 years

English

Online & Campus Combined

Campus

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Ph.D. in Cybersecurity Management

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Nova Southeastern University, College of Computing and Engineering

Fort Lauderdale, USA

The cybersecurity management graduate doctoral program is a comprehensive, multidisciplinary, research program that prepares graduates for key positions in academia, in federa ... +

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The cybersecurity management graduate doctoral program is a comprehensive, multidisciplinary, research program that prepares graduates for key positions in academia, in federal, state and local government agencies, as well as in business and industry. -

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Part-time

4 - 6 years

English

Aug 2021

Campus

Official doctoral program in research in information technologies

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Universidade da Coruña

A Coruña, Spain

The Doctoral Program in Research in Information Technology is an official university degree that addresses the advanced training in research techniques in the field of informa ... +

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The Doctoral Program in Research in Information Technology is an official university degree that addresses the advanced training in research techniques in the field of information technologies. -

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Full-time

Part-time

3 - 6 semesters

Spanish

Oct 2021

01 Aug 2021

Campus

PhD in Signal and Information Processing

Harbin Engineering University (HEU)

Harbin, China

This Signal and Information Processing discipline is a Ph.D. degree conferring site. More than 30 projects of national and ministry level and 18 projects of industry sectors a ... +

This Signal and Information Processing discipline is a Ph.D. degree conferring site. More than 30 projects of national and ministry level and 18 projects of industry sectors are under taken. -

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Full-time

English

Sep 2021

Campus

Doctor of Philosophy in Information Technology

Infrastructure University Kuala Lumpur

Kajang, Malaysia

This programme aims to develop and nurture research-oriented Information Technology professionals who are sensitive to the current global multicultural and multinational envir ... +

This programme aims to develop and nurture research-oriented Information Technology professionals who are sensitive to the current global multicultural and multinational environment in the corporate world. -

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3 - 5 years

English

Campus