CSE PhD Program Overview and Resources
"Discover the journey of a Computer Science PhD program, from orientation to dissertation defense. Explore research rotations, faculty introductions, and valuable tips for success. Plan for a 4-6 year marathon, with guidance on managing stress, engaging in the research community, and utilizing resources at Washington University in St. Louis."
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CSE PhD Program I: Overview and Resources CSE 591 - Introduction to Graduate Study in CSE (Fall 2023) Tao Ju Professor of CSE Washington University in St. Louis
About this course Orientation to the CSE PhD program Research rotations to match with a research lab
About this course I ll be organizing this course, and presenting occasionally The first two sessions will present topics on the PhD program The bulk of the semester consists of other presentations Faculty introducting their research area, topics, and contributions Resources for graduate students How to give a research talk, write a research paper, etc.
About me I am from Nanjing, China I studied in Tsinghua Univ. (Beijing) and Rice Univ. (Houston) Where are you from? Where have you studied?
Overview of CSE PhD program Initial phase Orientation, remaining course work, research seminars Research rotations with potential faculty mentors Intermediate phase Defining and starting your research with a faculty mentor Quals exam integrating research perspectives cohesively Dissertation proposal to your defense committee Completion phase Finishing your dissertation and publications Dissertation defense to the department and your committee
Its more of a marathon than a sprint Plan on a 4 to 6 year duration (as a rule of thumb) Time to choose, define, and develop your research topic Time to explore and get involved in your research community Take advantage of many opportunities along the way Review published and submitted papers with your adviser Get all you can out of your mentored teaching experience Join and participate in student and professional organizations Take good care of yourself Acknowledge and manage stress, setbacks, and workloads Enjoy the community around you and ask them for help Make use of the health and wellness resources at WUSTL
Your first semester here You ll be participating in 2 research rotations in CSE 591 The grade in this course depends on completion of those You also will have brief paper reviewing assignments You will be taking additional courses besides CSE 591 For breadth, including PhD program requirements To reinforce and extend your preparation in areas of interest
CSE 591 Fall 2023 timeline First writing assignment Assigned Sept 8, due Sep 22 First research Rotation Set up and started around Oct 1 Wrapping up and supervisor s report submitted around Oct 31 Second research Rotation Set up and started around Nov 1 Wrapping up and supervisor s report submitted around Nov 30 Second writing assignment Assigned Nov 17, due Dec 8
Set up your research rotations (now) Academic vs. Research Advisers Faculty currently assigned to you are your academic advisers (for course registration) Rotations help you match up with a research (PhD) adviser (your research mentor and sponsor) How to find a faculty to do rotation with https://rotations.cse.wustl.edu/ (CSE faculty actively recruiting this semester) https://classes.engineering.wustl.edu/cse591/ (faculty research talks schedule in 591) https://cse.wustl.edu/faculty-research/directory.html (all faculty research areas) Once you find a faculty who agrees Email me the rotation period (Oct or Nov); cc faculty and Cleo Faculty will fill out a rotation completion web form when you finish Rotation projects may not duplicate course work or each other
Next week: Details about PhD program timelines What a normal progression looks like overall How to think about, and conduct, impactful research Pursuing academic integrity and research ethics Writing assignments for this course
Resources: PhD program CS and CoE PhD programs webpage https://cse.wustl.edu/academics/graduate/PhD-in-Computer-Science-or-Computer- Engineering.html CSE Doctoral program guide https://cse.wustl.edu/documents/CSE-Doctoral-Program-Guide.pdf Everything you need to know about CSE PhD program University PhD policies https://bulletin.wustl.edu/grad/phd-policies-requirements/ Academic integrity, leave of absence, childcare, stipend, general requirements, etc.
Resources: Academic support Engineering Communication Center https://engineering.wustl.edu/academics/Communication-Center/index.html Free, one-on-one assistance on writing (paper, grant, poster) and presentations The University s Writing Center https://writingcenter.wustl.edu/ Free, one-on-one tutoring for writing and public speaking Student Technology Services https://sts.wustl.edu/ Disability Resources https://students.wustl.edu/disability-resources/
Resources: Health and well-being Habif Health and Wellness Center https://students.wustl.edu/habif-health-wellness-center/ Mental Health Services https://students.wustl.edu/mental-health-services/ WashU Cares https://students.wustl.edu/washu-cares/ Reports concerning behavior Relationship and Sexual Violence Prevention Center (RSVP) https://students.wustl.edu/relationship-sexual-violence-prevention-center/
Resources: Diversity and inclusion Title IX and Gender Equity at WashU https://titleix.wustl.edu/ Office of Student Conduct and Community Standards https://students.wustl.edu/student-conduct-community-standards/ Center for Diversity and Inclusion https://diversityinclusion.wustl.edu/
Resources: Others Library and data services https://library.wustl.edu/ Office of Military & Veteran Services https://veterans.wustl.edu/policies/policy-for-military-students/ Office for International Students and Scholars (OISS) https://students.wustl.edu/international-students-scholars/ Parking & transportation (Upass, shuttles, parking) https://parking.wustl.edu/
