The Catholic University of America's Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Catechetics program provides advanced academic and practical training for those dedicated to the field of religious education and catechesis. The program emphasizes deep theological understanding, pedagogical skills, and the ability to develop and implement effective catechetical programs. Students engage in rigorous research and study to prepare for leadership roles in academia, diocesan ministries, and other religious education settings.
The Doctor of Canon Law is the terminal degree in the studies of canon law. A canon lawyer is a person trained in the universal law of the Church which is founded in the Code of Canon Law.
The Catholic University of America's Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Biomedical Engineering offers a comprehensive and interdisciplinary education that merges engineering principles with biological and medical sciences. This program prepares students for advanced research and academic careers by providing in-depth knowledge and practical experience in areas such as rehabilitation engineering, biomechanics, and biophotonics, biofabrication, and tissue engineering.
The Ph.D. program emphasizes cell and microbial biology. The purpose of the program is to prepare students for teaching, research, and administrative careers in biological or biomedical sciences. Courses in this program provide a foundation in biochemistry, cell biology, developmental biology, genetics, microbiology, molecular biology, neurobiology, and virology. In addition, presentations and participation in a graduate seminar program prepare students to be effective teachers and communicators.
The Catholic University of America's Doctor of Sacred Theology (S.T.D.) in Biblical Studies program provides advanced scholarly training for those pursuing academic, teaching, and research careers in biblical studies. This program emphasizes deep engagement with both the Old and New Testaments, proficiency in ancient and modern languages, and the development of original research. Students benefit from personalized mentorship, rigorous coursework, and comprehensive examinations, culminating in a dissertation that contributes new insights to the field.
The goal of the Ph.D. is to expand and deepen the student's education in Biblical Studies. It prepares students to engage in independent research in various domains pertinent to the study of Scripture, such as Old Testament, New Testament, Septuagint Studies, ancient languages, and more. The degree promotes a thorough and rigorous foundation for research and studies in the area of biblical studies and ancient languages.
Applied Physics and Nanotechnology are interdisciplinary fields built around the application of leading-edge physical principles and concepts. Knowledge of the relationship between the structure of materials at the atomic scale and their macroscopic properties provides the foundation for the development of new classes of materials and devices with tailor-made properties and forms the basis for paradigm-shifting technological advances.