Doctoral Program

Doctoral Program

The Doctoral Program (S3) in Engineering Physics is the highest
level of education offered by the Department of Engineering Physics, Faculty of Industrial
Technology and Systems Engineering (FT-IRS), Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember.

Degree Doctor (Dr.)
Duration 6–8 semesters
Study Load 42 credits (including dissertation)
Curriculum Pathways Coursework and By Research

The program is designed to produce doctoral graduates who are able to advance the field of
Engineering Physics through original and independent research — addressing national needs in
science and technology while anticipating global trends through superior innovation.

The program is completed within 6 to 8 semesters with a study load of 42 credits, including the
dissertation. It is open to applicants from both cognate and non-cognate master’s backgrounds;
candidates from a different field of study are required to take up to 12 credits of matriculation
courses determined by the dissertation committee.

Research Specializations

  • Instrumentation and Control
  • Energy Engineering and Environmental Conditioning
  • Materials Engineering
  • Vibration and Acoustics
  • Photonics Engineering

Research activities are further strengthened by international partnerships with universities and
research institutions across Asia, Europe, Australia, the Americas, and Africa.

Graduation Requirements

  • Pass the qualification, closed, and open examinations
  • Publish research findings in reputable international journals
  • Meet the English proficiency requirement with a TEFL score of ≥ 500

Graduates are expected to possess strong mastery of current science and technology, sharp
analytical skills, and solid academic ethics, enabling them to contribute actively to strengthening
national competitiveness.