www.northeastern.edu/networkscience
The PhD program in Network Science at Northeastern University is a
pioneering interdisciplinary program that provides the tools and
concepts aimed at understanding the structure and dynamics of networks
arising from the interplay of human behavior, socio-technical
infrastructures, information diffusion and biological agents. Students
will be able to work with some of the most prominent network scientists
in the world and can participate in cutting edge research activities and
work with unique large-scale network datasets. Network Science is a
truly interdisciplinary field and the students will interact and work
with members of the network science community representing a wide range
of fields, including computer science, information science, complexity,
physics, sociology, communication, organizational behavior, political
science, and epidemiology.
Northeastern University is a world leader in Network Science, with
prominent faculty in the field such as Albert-László Barabási,
Alessandro Vespignani, David Lazer, and Alan Mislove, dozens of faculty
affiliated with the program, and multiple centers and labs with scores
of researchers. This year we
are launching a 13,000 square foot Network Science Institute, and 60+
PhDs working primarily on networks, and access to some of the most
interesting, large-scale, data about human behavior that have ever
existed.
A key element of the program involves careful mentoring from these
faculty, and rapid involvement in the cutting edge research taking place
at Northeastern. The initial tracks will be focused on the physical
sciences; social sciences; health science; and computer and information
sciences. The program is structured around foundational courses in
Network Science (Complex Networks and Applications, Network Science
Data, and Dynamical Processes in Complex Networks), and gateway courses
tailored to the relevant tracks. The curriculum is supplemented with
additional courses from the relevant domains.
Admissions
We expect applications from talented students from around the world with
strong interdisciplinary interest with a bachelor’s or higher degree.
Application materials will include:
· transcript(s)
· personal statement
· three letters of reference
· general GRE examination scores
· in the case of international students, proof of English proficiency
(TOEFL exam with a minimum score of 100 or a degree earned at an
institution where English is the medium of instruction)
Financial aid
We offer a generous complete package for the first year that includes a
full tuition waiver, full medical coverage and a competitive yearly
stipend provided the student remains in good standing at the end of the
academic year.
Career path
Network Science is establishing itself as major interdisciplinary
research area with applications in data science and data analytics
methodologies. Network scientists are employed in academia, government,
and business. Applied network scientists work at Internet and social
media companies.
The deadline for applications is February 1, 2015
Application and contacts
e-mail: Mark Giannini, at m.giannini@neu.edu
