Program Description
The ESP-IGERT Program provides the opportunity for a unique
inter-disciplinary education with internationally recognized advisors in
multiple disciplines. ESP-IGERT Fellows receive support at $30,000/year for two years
plus full tuition and fees waivers. Mini-grants and travel allowances are available for
the duration of their PhD degree. In particular, our program offers:
- A core of
interdisciplinary coursework consisting of six courses providing a
foundation in technical,
business, public policy, and human factors aspects of electronic security and privacy. These courses are counted towards the PhD degree requirements in the students' home departments, so as not to delay the
time to PhD completion.
- Early and
sustained engagement in cross-departmental and multi-disciplinary research
projects, including a capstone project in which cross-disciplinary teams
of students work on a project guided by experienced team of researchers
from the departments of Computer Science, Communication, Information &
Decision Science, and Health Informatics.
- Two innovative,
hands-on internship opportunities through the Industry University
Collaborative Research Center on Security, with the possibility of
international experience.
- Weekly
colloquia spanning pertinent topics such as current ethical issues in
security and privacy, ethical conduct in research, faculty research, and
presentations by visiting scholars and professionals.
- A strong
advising and mentoring program designed to share the expertise of seasoned
researchers and more experienced Fellows.
- A cohort of
fellow ESP Fellows and Associates who research and learn together in this important
emerging discipline.
Program At a Glance
The ESP-IGERT program is available to PhD students at the University of Illinois at Chicago who demonstrate a strong interest in research and study in electronic security and privacy. Students may join the program as Fellows or as Associates. Fellowships are typically awarded to Fellows during the second and third year of the PhD program. In some cases, however, fellowships may be awarded to outstanding candidates starting from the first year of the PhD program. Each Fellow will fulfill the requirements of their chosen PhD program as well as the requirements of the ESP-IGERT program, and upon graduation will receive both a PhD and a Concentration in Electronic Security and Privacy. To find out more about application requirements and procedures please visit our application page. |
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