| DEng | PhD | |
| Guiding Philosophy | Engineering practice and application | Engineering theory and scholarship |
| Typical Student | Mid-career | Early-career |
| Student Goal | Technical leadership role in industry or public sector | Academic or industrial research career |
| Coursework | Non-residential, online | Residential, on-campus |
| Academic Home | School-wide | Department-based |
| Funding | Industry or public sector partner | Grant-based |
| Qualifications Needed | Master’s degree and professional experience | Bachelor’s degree and GRE |
| Duration | About three years | About five years |
| Research Product | Portfolio (can include prototypes, plans, patent applications, computer simulations, and user manuals) | Dissertation |