Doctoral programme

Vincent Mary School of Engineering, Science & Technology

Ph.D. Innovation Engineering

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3 Years

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  • Degree

    Ph.D.

  • Duration

    3 Years

  • Study mode

    To be confirmed

  • Campus

    Huamak

About this programme

Engineering Innovation Across Disciplines

The Doctoral Program in Innovation Engineering is a modern engineering discipline that integrates mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, energy engineering, computer systems, intelligent robotic systems, information and communication technologies, and systems engineering to design innovative products and manufacturing processes. The program emphasizes the necessity of integrating and interacting among different branches of engineering, innovative research, design, and development of products or systems to tackle real-world challenges, and challenging traditional engineering thinking and practices through team activities and crossing boundaries between conventional engineering disciplines.

Key features

Why this programme

01

Interdisciplinary Engineering

Integrates mechanical, electrical, energy, and computer engineering with intelligent robotics, ICT, and systems engineering.

02

Real-World Problem Solving

Innovative research, design, and development of products or systems to tackle real-world engineering challenges.

03

Dual Study Tracks

Type 1.1 (Dissertation only) and Type 2.1 (Coursework and Dissertation) — both leading to 48 credits.

04

International Publication

Research published in international journals or academic publications with peer review, in accordance with OHEC regulations.

05

Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration

Challenging traditional engineering thinking through team activities and crossing boundaries between conventional disciplines.

06

Innovative Product Design

Designing innovative products and manufacturing processes through systems engineering and emerging technologies.

What you’ll study

Areas of focus

Build specialist depth while connecting your learning to current professional and research questions.

Mechanical & Energy Engineering

Advanced thermal system design, renewable energy engineering and innovation, energy conservation in industry and building, and automotive power electronics.

Computing & Intelligent Systems

Advanced digital system architecture, artificial neural networks, digital image processing, data engineering and intelligent systems, and computer algorithms.

Robotics & Control Systems

Advanced mechatronics and robotics, digital control systems, wireless sensor networks and IoT, and system modelling, analysis, and design.

Electrical & Automotive Engineering

Advanced automotive electrical machines and drives, smart grid innovation for smart energy, energy storage engineering, and advanced engineering analysis.

Computational Methods & AI

Advanced computational method, optimization and artificial intelligence, numerical simulation using finite element method, and advanced topics in innovation engineering.

Research & Dissertation

Engineering seminar and research method, commercial product innovation, engineering management, entrepreneurship, and independent dissertation research.

Programme details

Admission and requirements

Admission Requirements

  • Master's degree in Engineering, Science, or a related field from an institution accredited by the Ministry of Education, Thailand. Candidates without the specified degree may be required to enroll in foundation courses, as determined by the program director and approved by the dean
  • GPA of at least 3.00 on a 4.00 scale, or at least one year of work experience in engineering or related fields
  • Complete the admission test and/or an interview specific to the program

Graduation — Type 1.1 (Dissertation)

  • Pass the qualifying examination
  • Pass the dissertation proposal and final defense
  • Publish the dissertation or part of it, or obtain acceptance of at least two publications in an international journal or academic publication with peer review, in accordance with OHEC regulations
  • Obtain library and financial clearance from the University
  • Demonstrate good conduct and discipline

Graduation — Type 2.1 (Coursework & Dissertation)

  • Pass the qualifying examination
  • Pass the dissertation proposal and final defense, evaluated by a committee appointed by the University (the final defense is open to the public)
  • Publish the dissertation or part of it, or obtain acceptance of one publication in an international journal or academic publication with peer review, in accordance with OHEC regulations
  • Obtain library and financial clearance from the University
  • Demonstrate good conduct and discipline

English Test Exemption

  • TOEFL iBT 80 (valid 2 years)
  • IELTS Academic overall band 6.0 or above (valid 2 years)
  • Bachelor's degree or higher from the USA, Canada, UK, New Zealand, or Australia
  • AU-EPT Exemption Applicants who do not meet the above scores may take the AU English Proficiency Test (AU-EPT) administered by the Graduate School.

Schedule

Campus
Huamak, Ramkhamhaeng 24 Rd.

Entrance: AU English Proficiency Test + Interview

Tuition and planning

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Tuition, scholarship, and instalment details can change by intake and applicant status. Ask the Graduate School for the current official fee sheet for this programme.

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