Doctor of Philosophy in Acoustics

The aim of this program is to enable the student interested in acoustics to obtain an integrated program covering acoustical science and engineering applications of acoustics.
The Graduate Program in Acoustics at Penn State is a unique interdisciplinary program that offers a broad educational background applicable to a variety of scientific and technological fields, providing lifelong flexibility for continued professional growth. Tailor your educational experience by selecting from a wide array of courses such as basic acoustics, physical acoustics, underwater acoustics, signal processing, optics, medical ultrasonics, aeroacoustics, vibrations, wave propagation, speech, physiological acoustics, psychoacoustics, and thermoacoustics. Acoustics students have access to state-of-the-art facilities outfitted with an array of hardware and software to enable research and study. Many of our students spend the majority of their time in the Applied Science Building, home of the program, and Research Building West.