PhD in Interdisciplinary Engineering of Interdisciplinary Studies

DGIST (Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology) in Daegu, South Korea, offers a combined master's and doctorate degree in Interdisciplinary Engineering through its Department of Interdisciplinary Studies, delivered in English over six years. This integrated program lets students progress from master's-level coursework directly into doctoral research within a single continuous track, working across multiple engineering fields such as mechanical, electrical, and materials engineering rather than confining their study to one narrow specialty. Early years focus on building broad technical foundations, while later years center on an original research project developed with faculty guidance, culminating in a doctoral dissertation. This structure suits students aiming for research careers who want to avoid the gap of a separate master's and doctoral application process. Along the way, students build a flexible skill set in experimental design, systems thinking, and cross-disciplinary collaboration, useful in research settings where problems span more than one engineering domain. Graduates commonly move into research roles at technology companies, national laboratories, or start-ups working on emerging technologies, as well as academic positions. As complex engineering challenges increasingly require expertise spanning several fields at once, from clean energy systems to autonomous technology, this kind of integrated, interdisciplinary training offers a distinctive preparation for such work. New students can begin the six-year program during either the March or September intake. All coursework and research supervision are conducted in English.