Applied Ontology
Doctor of Philosophy
University at Buffalo
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- Delivery Mode
- 100% Online
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- Total Credits
- 72
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- Degree Level
- Doctor of Philosophy
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- Contact Us
- 716-645-2939
Earn your doctorate degree online
You will earn the same diploma as our on-campus students
PhD in Applied Ontology- Shape the future of information and AI
The PhD in Applied Ontology at the University at Buffalo prepares you to conduct original research at the intersection of philosophy, information science and emerging technologies. Available fully online, the program supports both working professionals and traditional graduate students. You will work closely with internationally recognized faculty and develop expertise that helps people and technologies organize knowledge more effectively.
- What's a doctorate degree?
- A doctorate degree usually takes four or more years to complete, unless you already have a master's degree. Doctorate degrees are very specific to a particular area of study.
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What's it like to earn this degree online?
Let's put your mind at ease about online learning
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- 100% Online
- This program is presented 100% online. You will not be expected to attend any classes on campus.
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- Live classes
- You will learn in real-time while the instructor leads the class. Courses are similar to in-person classes, but you participate online.
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- Classes on your schedule
- Courses are semester based and classwork can be completed around your work and family commitments. There is no set time where you are required to log in to attend class.
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- Same faculty as on-campus
- The faculty that teach online classes are the same faculty that students learn from on-campus.
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- Learn by doing
- Participate in field experiences such as internships, clinical placements, and service learning to apply your academic knowledge in the world.
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- Credit for prior knowledge
- Get college credit for experience that you have already gained at school or in the workforce.
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- Access to a personal tutor
- You will have access to a tutor when you need assistance with any of your classes.
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How do I enroll?
Follow these steps to start your application
- Go to the online application
- Create an account
- Complete the forms or save for later
- Pay the application fee (if applicable)
- Submit any supplemental materials, if required
- Send in your academic records
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