Brief Overview

A New Era of Doctoral Research

The core departments of Applied Engineering offer a Ph.D. program aimed at developing high-caliber research scholars capable of solving real, sophisticated engineering problems by advanced analysis, innovation, and interdisciplinary approaches. The program emphasizes solid fundamentals in engineering sciences, sound research methodology, and the application of emerging technologies for industry-relevant and societal problems. Scholars will be trained to conduct original research, publish in reputed journals, and contribute to technological advancement through collaboration with industry, research organizations, and academic institutions. The program also aims to develop independent thinking, ethical research practices, and leadership skills, thus preparing graduates for academia, research and development, and high-impact engineering roles.

The program is laser-focused on applied research coupled with the unrelenting theory-based investigation leading to novel reviews of prevailing work, or towards an original analysis of cutting-edge research problems and phenomena to enhance the knowledge of research across the world. We are creating a generation of applied researchers, consultants, senior corporates, and academics with intense intelligence and scientific inquest.

The program at the School of Applied Engineering offers an interdisciplinary research framework designed to address global challenges through innovative and applied research. It also fosters intellectual growth, hands-on learning, and impactful discoveries in allied areas of engineering.

Why Choose This Program

Designed for Discovery, Built for Impact

Our doctoral programs are designed to go beyond traditional research, offering a dynamic and interdisciplinary approach that prepares scholars for both academic and real-world impact. By combining rigorous research with innovation and collaboration, the program creates an environment where ideas evolve into meaningful contributions.

RESEARCH HIGHLIGHTS
ELIGIBILITY
PROGRAM OUTCOMES
  • Extensive 1 year Coursework including Research and essentials of entrepreneurship
  • "Solving for Bharat" university elective course is mandatory for Ph.D. VISTA scholars
  • Venture-based domain-specific courses beyond the scholar's core domain
  • Dual supervision model with primary and co-supervisors
  • Multi-disciplinary, venture-based research
  • Monthly fellowship of Rs 35,000 plus applicable benefits
  • Technical and commercial collaborations
  • Ph.D. awarded based on successful completion
  • Applicants holding a master’s degree with minimum 55% marks or equivalent Grade in a point scale as may be prescribed by the UGC from time to time, wherever the grading system is followed.
  • Applicants whose result of the final examination of a programme leading to master’s degree is awaited can be given provisional admission if he / she fulfils other requirements for admission. After the provisional admission the candidate will be required to furnish proof of completing master’s degree with minimum of 55% marks within three months from admission failing which his / her admission will be cancelled.
  • Applicants holding foreign Degree’s equivalent to that of a Master’s degree study with minimum 55% marks or equivalent Grade in a point scale as may be prescribed by the UGC from time to time, wherever grading system is followed; Provided that applicants with a foreign Degrees shall be admitted to the Ph.D. programme, subject to clearance by the Equivalence Committee of Alliance University.
  • Applicants having completed M.Phil. Coursework with a minimum 55% marks in aggregate or its equivalent Grade, in the UGC point scale and those candidates who having their M.Phil. Dissertation evaluated, but viva-voce is pending, maybe may also be admitted to the Ph.D. programme.
  • Applicants possessing a degree, approved as equivalent to the M.Phil. Degree in India, obtained from a foreign Educational Institution accredited by the UGC if candidates with a degree from a foreign Institution shall be admitted to the Ph.D. programme, subject to the clearance by the Equivalence Committee of Alliance University.
  • Admission of candidates belonging to the SC/ST/OBC, or other reserved categories shall be governed by the Karnataka State Rules in this regard, from time to time.
  • Students from a four-year undergraduate programme (with Honors) can enroll directly if they have scored 75% or above, with a 5% relaxation for specified categories as per UGC regulations. Those who have scored between 55% and 75% may qualify after completing either a one-year master's programme or a bridging course of 36-40 credits.
    (Refer National Credit Framework NCrF 2024).
  • For students from a three-year undergraduate programme, Ph.D. eligibility requires the completion of a bridging programme of 36-40 credits along with the necessary coursework.
    (Refer National Credit Framework NCrF 2024).
  • Strong research publications
  • Startup / venture creation opportunity
  • Industry collaboration exposure

Curriculum Framework 

Course Type Course Name Credits
University Core Research and Publication Ethics 2
University Core Academic Writing and Communication 1
University Core Learning and Development 1
Department Core Research Methodology 4
Department Core Directed Course

Research oriented advanced topics in Applied Engineering          

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Areas of Research

Area of Research

Aerospace Engineering
  • Aerodynamics
  • Aerospace Structures
  • Drone Technologies
  • Propulsion
Mechanical Engineering
  • Materials and Metallurgy
  • Thermal Engineering
  • Design Engineering
  • Nanotechnology
Civil Engineering
  • Structural Engineering
  • Geotechnical Engineering
Electrical & Electronics Engineering
  • Power Systems
  • Power Electronics
  • Energy Engineering
Electronics & Communication Engineering
  • Medical and Optical Imaging
  • Nano Electronics and Device Modeling
  • Smart Healthcare Systems
  • Sensors and Adhoc Networks
  • VLSI & Embedded Systems
  • Robotics and Automation
  • Image processing and Pattern Recognition
  • Terrestrial Communications
  • Radar and Satellite Communications
  • IoT, Industry 4.0, and Beyond
  • Innovation in 5G / 6G and beyond
Biotechnology
  • Plant Sciences
  • Disease and Drugs
  • Biodiversity Studies
  • Microbiology and Industrial Biotechnology
  • Nanobiotechnology and Biomaterials
  • Molecular Biology and Bioinformatics

 

Interdisciplinary research proposals are strongly encouraged with an application to AI, ML, IoT, Data Analytics etc. into an applied engineering.

Area of Research
STUDENT

The Ph.D. program at the Alliance University, Bangalore has shaped me significantly both professionally and personally. This combination of getting an amazing education, individualized attention, and being surrounded by incredibly talented global citizens is what makes Alliance unique. I have greatly benefited from my guide and professor whose guidance encourages me to be acquainted in my field by focusing on research and being motivated to contribute to the scientific community.

Swetha Shekarappa
Branch: Electrical and Electronics Engineering/
Batch: 2021
Trupti Vasantrao Bhandare
Branch: Computer Science and Engineering/
Batch: 2019

I have had an enlightening Ph.D. experience at Alliance University. The university’s well-organized coursework classes, extensive library resources, and global connections have provided me with all the resources I need to conduct solid research and deepen my knowledge about my thesis topic. My guide is incredibly knowledgeable and experienced, and our one-on-one conversations have been immensely helpful.

Nithya N
Branch: Electronics and Communication Engineering/
Batch: 2022

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