{"id":20157,"date":"2023-01-16T12:22:53","date_gmt":"2023-01-16T09:22:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/spu.edu.iq\/en\/?page_id=20157"},"modified":"2026-07-15T12:53:20","modified_gmt":"2026-07-15T09:53:20","slug":"postgraduate-studies","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/spu.edu.iq\/en\/colleges\/technical-college-of-engineering-tce\/postgraduate-studies\/","title":{"rendered":"TCE Postgraduate Studies"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>General Description<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Postgraduate education involves learning and studying for degrees or other qualifications for which a first or Bachelor\u2019s degree generally is required, and is normally considered to be part of tertiary or higher education. Master\u2019s degrees consist of both taught and research elements. PhD also consist of both taught and research elements and take three or more years.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>Master Programs<\/b><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>City Planning<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Details on Master Courses<\/strong><br>According to the regulation of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, the duration of study is 2 years as below:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>First Year<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>First Semester: comprises five modules, including two general modules and<br>three core modules relevant to the department.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Second Semester: includes five core modules specifically related to the<br>department.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Second Year: <\/strong>In the second year, comprised of two semesters (1st and 2nd Semester), students undertake their MSc. Thesis<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The MSc program is structured with a total of 120 European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS) credits as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tYear<\/th><th>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tFirst Semester<\/th><th>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSecond Semester<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tFirst Year\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td><td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t30 ECTS Credit\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td><td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t30 ECTS Credit\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSecond Year\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td><td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t30 ECTS Credit\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td><td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t30 ECTS Credit\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\n<p><strong>Total<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td><td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>120 ECTS Credit<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td><td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Master Course Modules<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a tabindex=\"0\">City Planning<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The MSc in engineering of City Planning is an advanced and prestigious postgraduate qualification ideal for those who want to increase their knowledge in the process of designing and organizing the uses of space with an emphasis on the physical form, economic functions, and social impacts of space. The master\u2019s program in city planning usually takes two years to complete the master\u2019s degree.<br><strong>Course Name:<\/strong> MSc. in Engineering of City Planning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Modules<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Advanced Research Methodology<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Advanced Computer Skills<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Land Use Planning<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Urban and Regional Planning Theories<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Urban Sociology<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Urban Economy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Transportation Planning<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Urban Design and Development<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>GIS Analysis Techniques<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sustainable Environmental Planning<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Urban Management<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Urban Planning<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>Requirements<\/b><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">who have completed an undergraduate degree in the following fields: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>City Planning Engineering<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Architectural Engineering<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Civil Engineering<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Surveying Engineering<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a tabindex=\"0\">Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A Master\u2019s degree is an academic qualification granted at the postgraduate level. The Master<br>of Science in Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering degree is intended for students<br>with undergraduate degrees in mechanical engineering or a closely related field.<br>Students who graduate with a master\u2019s degree should possess advanced knowledge and a<br>high level of skills and techniques associated with their chosen subject area. Students&amp;#39;<br>undergraduate backgrounds should include mechanical and manufacturing engineering core courses in fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, heat transfer, and strength of materials, dynamics of mechanical systems, systems analysis, machine design, manufacturing, and design\u2026.etc. This degree is intended for students presenting themselves as professional mechanical engineers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Course Name (Department Name):<\/strong> Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Modules<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Advanced Research methodology<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Advanced Computer Skills<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Advanced Metal cutting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Advanced Engineering Plasticity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Polymer Technology<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mechanical and Failure Behavior of Material<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Advanced Metal Forming<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Automation and Advanced Manufacturing Systems<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Advanced Engineering Materials and Material selection<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Composite Materials<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Measurement System and Instrumentation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mathematical Modeling in Mechanical Engineering<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Requirements: (who can apply?)<\/strong><br>Students with the essential qualifications specified by the department should be compatible with the regulations of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Apply<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Obtain official transcripts for transfer credit.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Complete the admission application.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Write a personal statement.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Success in the competitive exam.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a tabindex=\"0\">Language Requirement<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">English language skill is required (IELTS-Academic, TOEFL, PTE, Language Center Certificate). taking into consideration regulations of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific&nbsp;Research.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a tabindex=\"0\">Scientific Ability Exam Process<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It includes some core modules, mostly between 4- 5, which are specified by the postgraduate scientific committee in the college.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A written examination typically spans approximately three hours.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The competition is among students who succeeded in the exam.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Students who passed the exam are competing; based on the number of available seats.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a tabindex=\"0\">Thesis Submission Process<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Get the supervisor\u2019s approval on the thesis.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College formatting approval with college affiliation (before defense).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Submit the first copy of the MSc thesis to the graduate study office.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scientific evaluation approval of master\u2019s thesis.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Submit a paper copy to the thesis examination committee.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Makes the corrections specified by the thesis examination committee.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Signed papers (after successful defense).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>Ph.D. Program<\/b><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>The Ph.D.&nbsp; Degree in Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering: <\/b>Pursuing Ph.D. makes you much more experienced and highly skilled in research. Ph.D. helps to explore more in the related field and, similarly, adds exposure to research and practical-based learning. It provides prodigious career opportunities in the leading industries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A Ph.D. is the highest possible academic degree a student can obtain. Students who graduate with a Ph.D. degree should possess advanced knowledge and a high level of skills and techniques associated with their chosen subject area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ph.D. in engineering has myriad advantages, and have a great impact on your personal and professional life. PhD in Mechanical Engineering offers you education in certain topics including modules related to the research topic. Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering supports you to have job opportunities in different areas.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Course Name (Department Name): Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ph.D. In Mechanical Engineering\/ Production<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><b>Course Description<\/b><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to the regulation of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, the duration of study is 3 years as below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><b>First Year<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The 1st Semester comprises five modules, including one general module and four core modules relevant to the department specialization.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The 2nd Semester involves formulating the Ph.D. thesis proposal, assigning a supervisor, and delivering a seminar presentation.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><b>Second and Third Years:\u00a0 <\/b>Each year comprises of two semesters (1st and 2nd Semester), and students undertake their Ph.D. Thesis.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Ph.D. program is structured with a total of 180 European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS) credits as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tYear<\/th><th>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tFirst Semester (Taught Course)<\/th><th>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSecond Semester (Research)<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tFirst Year\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td><td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t30 ECTS Credit\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td><td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t30 ECTS Credit\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSecond Year\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td><td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t30 ECTS Credit\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td><td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t30 ECTS Credit\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tThird Semester\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td><td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t30 ECTS Credit\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td><td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t30 ECTS Credit\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>Tolal<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td><td>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>180 ECTS Credit<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td><td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">General Information on The Ph.D. Program<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a tabindex=\"0\">Modules<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Statistics<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Advanced Machining Processes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Advanced Metallurgy and Nanomaterials<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Plastic deformation of Materials<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Finite Elements Method<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Material Characterization<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a tabindex=\"0\">Requirements<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Students with the essential qualifications specified by the department should be compatible with the regulations of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a tabindex=\"0\">How to Apply?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Obtain official transcripts for transfer credit.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Complete the admission application.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Write a personal statement.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Success in the competitive exam.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a tabindex=\"0\">Language Requirement<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">English language skill is required (IELTS-Academic, TOEFL, PTE, Language Center Certificate), taking into consideration regulations of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a tabindex=\"0\">Scientific Ability Exam Process<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It includes some core modules (four or five), which are specified by the Department\u2019s postgraduate scientific committee.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A written examination typically spans duration of approximately three hours.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The competition is among students who succussed in the exam.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Students that passed the exam are competing; based on the number of the available seats.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a tabindex=\"0\">Thesis Submission Process<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Get the supervisor approval on the PhD thesis.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>College formatting approval with college\u2019s affiliation (before defense).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Submit the first copy of the PhD thesis to the graduate study office.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scientific evaluation approval of the PhD thesis.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Submit a paper copy of the thesis to examination committee.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Makes the corrections specified by the thesis examination committee.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Singed papers (after successful defense).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"background-color:#eceded\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-b0f1b4f4c50423370c11f3c5679204f8\" style=\"color:#a80707\">CONTACT<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Address:<\/strong> Iraq, Kurdistan Region, Al Sulaymaniyah \u2013 Chwarchra Campus, Zewar street, 44.<br><strong>Email:<\/strong>  tce.postgraduate@spu.edu.iq<br><strong>Phone:<\/strong> 053-(3310) 201 \/ 053-(3310) 202<br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/engtechnicalcollegeofsuli\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>TCE-Facebook<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left wp-block-paragraph\"><br><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>General Description Postgraduate education involves learning and studying for degrees or other qualifications for which a first or Bachelor\u2019s degree generally is required, and is normally considered to be part of tertiary or higher education. Master\u2019s degrees consist of both taught and research elements. 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